Podcast: Breast Reinnervation Surgery

In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Lisa Gfrerer discusses what patients should know about breast reinnervation surgery. She highlights the benefits of the surgical treatments for women and transgender patients seeking female-to-male gender-affirming procedures. She covers the sensory deficits that can occur after mastectomies and how the latest surgical procedure can help preserve the nerves in the breast and chest areas. 

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