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Two pictures of Alexandria Sarenski, side-by-side. On the left, Alexandria is smiling while wearing a graduation cap and gown and holding her Baylor diploma. On the right is Alexandria wearing her white coat as a staff member at Baylor.

Imagine studying, training and eventually working at the same institution during the span of your career. A special group of physicians, faculty members, researchers and

The Stitch

What’s behind the increase in plastic and cosmetic surgery?

September 22, 2021October 6, 2021 Bertie Taylor, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, plastic surgery

Dr. Edward Reece discusses common misconceptions about aesthetic surgery and factors that have made it popular in recent years.

The Stitch

Common myths and truths about lymphedema

March 5, 2021March 5, 2021 Healthcare, Lymphedema, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, plastic surgery

Dr. Jessie Yu discusses some common myths and truths about lymphedema and surgical treatments.

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Explore reconstruction options after a breast cancer diagnosis

October 31, 2018October 31, 2018 Breast Cancer, breast reconstruction, Cancer, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Nicole Blanton, plastic surgery

Women often weigh a variety of reconstructive options after a breast cancer diagnosis. With the number of available procedures expanding over recent years, it may

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Don’t let carpal tunnel syndrome push your buttons

January 26, 2018January 30, 2018 carpal tunnel syndrome, Dr. Edward Reece, Healthcare, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Nicole Blanton, plastic surgery

Whether you are studying, working, or both, typing is likely a necessary part of your daily routine. While we’ve come a long way from using

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Healthy Habits: Family time, weight training help Dr. Tuan Truong relax and stay fit

January 9, 2018January 8, 2018 Dr. Tuan Truong, Healthy Habits, Nutrition and Wellness, plastic surgery

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Healthy Habits: Dr. Sebastian Winocour swims, reads to relax

November 21, 2016November 18, 2016 Dr. Sebastian Winocour, Healthy Habits, Nutrition and Wellness, plastic surgery

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Want support during facial procedures? Bring a friend

August 10, 2015October 7, 2016 botox, Dermatology, Dr. Anthony Brissett, facial plastic surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery Center, Houston, plastic surgery, Surgery

When Cathy Vincent first decided she wanted a partial facelift in 2004, she consulted with friends in the medical field and chose her first doctor

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Men opting for plastic surgery to boost self esteem, career

May 18, 2015October 7, 2016 Dr. Krista Olson, Healthcare, Houston, Julia Parsons, Men's Health, otolaryngology, plastic surgery

Women aren’t the only ones who want to look their best. More men are looking to retain a youthful appearance and are turning to facial

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Camp puts smiles on faces of patients at cleft clinic

July 8, 2014October 7, 2016 Camp Keep Smiling, Cleft Lip and Palate Clinic, Community, Dr. Laura Monson, Events, pediatrics, plastic surgery, Surgery, Texas Children's Hospital

Summer camp is a rite of passage for kids, a place where they forge friendships, develop independence and participate in new activities and interests. For patients