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Breast Reconstruction After Cancer: What Questions Do You Ask?

Among the many questions that may arise for those diagnosed with breast cancer, the topic of breast reconstruction may be one of the early discussions you'll want to have with your doctor. Join SIU Medicine professionals for an informal discussion of breast cancer reconstruction options you may want to consider, as well as hear from two breast cancer patients — one who had reconstruction surgery, and one who opted not to go that route. There is no cost to register - visit siumed.edu/cpd. Attendees can attend in-person at the Memorial Learning Center, or virtually. Doors open at 4:30 pm; the

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Interested in Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery is a diverse surgical specialty which combines the use of key surgical principles with creativity to solve problems. Here at SIU, the Plastic Surgery team performs a broad range of procedures from head to toe including both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgery writes a brief overview of how the field of Plastic Surgery originated and what it entails, which can be found here . If you are a medical student who believes you might be interested in Plastic Surgery, we encourage you to reach out to our program coordinator, Naya Jackson, our

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Institute for Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is a specialized branch of medicine involving surgical alteration and reconstruction of different parts of the human body. Plastic surgeons undergo extensive training to help patients living with a wide range of conditions, from burns to cancer.

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What is Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

You know all about menstruation, childbirth and menopause, but did you ever think you’d have to be concerned with something called Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)?

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27th Annual Wound Care Symposium

The Institute for Plastic Surgery at SIU School of Medicine is pleased to announce the 27th Annual Wound Care Symposium on March 17, 2022. This year’s event will be held in-person at the IEA Professional Development Center located at 3440 Liberty Drive, Springfield, Illinois from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Wound Care Symposium is offered as an educational opportunity for healthcare providers in the area, especially nursing professionals. Speakers include Dr. Michael Neumeister, internationally recognized plastic and reconstructive surgeon, and SIU Department of Surgery Chair.

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Michael Ruebhausen, MD

Plastic Surgeon Plastic Surgery

302 West Hay Street Suite 205 Decatur, IL 62526

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Surgical care

Our highly skilled team of surgeons provide a wide array of surgical options, including plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery, general surgery, surgical oncology, vascular surgery, urologic surgery, burn and wound surgery, gynecologic surgery, heart and lung surgery, neurosurgery and more. We perform routine surgeries, like gallbladder removal surgery, as well as advanced procedures, including hand transplants and facial reanimation surgery.

We specialize in providing minimally invasive procedures, often through the use of the da Vinci surgical system, a state-of-the-art robotic system

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Fractures / Broken Bones

Fractured or broken bones require medical attention for proper treatment and healing. Foot and Ankle Clinic The Division of Orthopedic Surgery Foot and Ankle Clinic offers full service care, including reconstructive foot surgery and treatment for post-traumatic injuries. Many patients are referred to the clinic by primary physicians from throughout Illinois. Our team of foot and ankle surgeons specialize in treating conditions ranging from ingrown toenails and plantar fasciitis to diabetic foot wounds and traumatic injury. Total ankle replacement shows increasing promise in treating severe

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Innovative technique saves man's hand

After a farming accident, reconstructive surgeon Tim Daugherty saved a man's hand through "ectopic banking," a first in the Midwest.

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Plastic Surgery residency curriculum overview

Mentorship model SIU Plastic Surgery utilizes a mentorship model. There are five full-time plastic surgery faculty and one clinical part-time faculty. The resident is assigned to a faculty member monthly. That resident is responsible for keeping the same schedule as the attending, including attending all cases, outpatient procedures in the office, rounds, orders, and notes from PGY1-6. This may also mean additional multidisciplinary boards for any patients for that month (VPI clinic, Head and neck tumor board, Melanoma clinic and tumor board, Breast tumor board). This model allows for a

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