UCLA Medical Professor to Speak About Breast Cancer Reconstruction Options at The Wellness Community

Westlake Village, CA, October 16, 2009 --(PR.com)-- The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will host a free Breast Cancer Connection seminar titled: “Breast Cancer Reconstruction Options with Jay Granzow, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.S.,” Thursday, October 29, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The talk will take place at 530 Hampshire Road in Westlake Village. Participants will learn about the different types of breast reconstruction procedures available, as well as the pros and cons of each type to help breast cancer survivors make informed choices. The myths surrounding each procedure, typical recovery times, and insurance coverage will be discussed.

Speaker Jay Granzow, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.S. is the Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and Assistant Chief of Plastic Surgery at Harbor UCLA Medical Center. He has trained extensively in breast reconstruction techniques, including the most up-to-date DIEP Flap. His specialties are in the aesthetic/cosmetic surgery of the breast, body and face, rhinoplasty, breast reconstruction, and microsurgery. This free event is open to people with breast cancer, breast cancer survivors, and family members. Please call (805) 379-4777 to RSVP.

Founded in 1982, The Wellness Community is an international non-profit organization dedicated to providing free support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. In July 2009, The Wellness Community and Gilda’s Club joined forces to become the largest provider of cancer support worldwide. The combined organization is comprised of nearly 50 local affiliates, 12 affiliates in development and over 100 satellite locations. By offering professionally-led support groups, educational workshops, nutrition and exercise programs, and stress-reduction classes, The Wellness Community and Gilda’s Club continue to provide support, education and hope to all people affected by cancer.

As a local chapter, The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura serves over 3,000 community members affected by cancer each year. For more information, to volunteer or to make a donation, please visit www.TwcVv.org or call 805-379-4777. Give hope to a child affected by cancer: Text COMMUNITY to 90999 to donate $5 to programs for children. Standard text messaging rates apply. For full terms visit mgive.com/a.

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