Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2021 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD for Medicare patients.
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Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD is a plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX specializing in plastic surgery. He graduated from University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine. Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD is affiliated with University Health System, University Health System (San Antonio, TX), UT Health Physicians, UT Health San Antonio and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Medical Arts & Research Center - MARC UT Health DeZavala - Plastic Surgery.
8300 FLOYD CURL DRIVE 4th FLOOR 4A, MC8310
San Antonio, TX 78229
4502 Medical Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.
There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.
Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:
Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 26 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 26 |
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Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD graduated from University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine. He completed residency at The Dudley Group of Hospitals. He is certified by the Royal Colleges of Physicians of The United Kingdom and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine
Residency: The Dudley Group of Hospitals (2009)
Board Certification: Royal Colleges of Physicians of The United Kingdom
Licensed In: Texas
Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.97 out of 5 stars based on 36 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Charles A. Fries, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Antonio, TX.
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Dr. Charles Fries is a specialist in plastic surgery in San Antonio, TX. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. In Dr. Fries's practice, he is particularly interested in microsurgery, hand surgery procedures, and cosmetic surgery. He obtained his medical school training at the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine and performed his residency at The Dudley Group of Hospitals. His professional affiliations include the University Health System (San Antonio, TX) and UT Health Physicians. His practice in San Antonio, TX is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.