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FTM Top Surgery & Insurance Coverage: What You Need To Know

Category: Posted on: July 22, 2021 Updated on: August 2, 2023 | Author:

One of the biggest concerns of top surgery patients is its cost and if their insurance coverage will help cover the amount. When doing your research in preparation for top surgery, it’s natural to have many questions: What is the cost of surgery? What additional expenses should I be ready for? What are my financing... Continue Reading

Plastic Surgery and the Coronavirus Pandemic

Category: Posted on: May 26, 2021 Updated on: August 2, 2023 | Author:

How the Pandemic Affected Plastic Surgery As a response to the COVID-19, lockdowns and other restrictions affected businesses across all industries. Plastic Surgery was no exception. During the first few months of the pandemic, clinics had shut down to help prevent the spread of the virus. Simultaneously, people delayed their non-essential medical treatment to avoid... Continue Reading

Bacterial Biofilm Formation on the Breast Implant Capsules

Category: Posted on: April 27, 2020 Updated on: August 2, 2023 | Author:

A biofilm is a group of bacteria that can adhere to a breast implant’s surface through the formation of a slimy glue-like substance. The formation of these biofilms around an implant may link with subclinical infections, capsular contracture, and other systemic symptoms. Signs & How to Detect Biofilm on Breast Implants It is not always... Continue Reading

Information Session on New Options for Managing Lymphedema

Category: Posted on: August 10, 2018 Updated on: December 19, 2025 | Author:

Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery, in collaboration with the Pink Ribbon Girls, will host an information session about New Options for Managing Lymphedema. The lecture forum, which will be given by Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery’s very own Dr. Pankaj Tiwari, focuses on the different advanced methods for handling Lymphedema, including vascularized lymph node transfer,... Continue Reading

5 Celebrity Breast Reduction

Category: Posted on: September 15, 2017 Updated on: March 24, 2025 | Author:

For most women, there is nothing more aesthetically appealing than having prominent and nicely shaped breasts. However, while most of the female population yearns to have their breasts enhanced, a few popular celebrities have sought out the exact opposite through breast reduction. Breast reduction is a surgical procedure that removes extra fat, tissues, and skin... Continue Reading

Stephanie Rhodebeck Joins the MBAS Team

Category: Posted on: June 21, 2017 Updated on: August 2, 2023 | Author:

The team at Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery is excited to introduce its newest member, Stephanie Rhodebeck! Stephanie is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner who specializes in skin care and facial rejuvenation with peels and injectables. Stephanie obtained her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in nursing from Ohio State University. Prior to joining the team, Stephanie trained closely... Continue Reading

Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery Celebrates Third Anniversary, New Office

Category: Posted on: March 16, 2017 Updated on: May 17, 2025 | Author:

Last February was a landmark month for the plastic surgeons at Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery. MBAS’ sees its third anniversary, as well as the unveiling of larger office space, making the practice more conducive to serve patients across the cities in Ohio. Drs. Ergun Kocak and Pankaj Tiwari founded Midwest Breast & Aesthetic surgery... Continue Reading

MBAS Held Pottery Party for Midwest Breast Cancer Survivors

Category: Posted on: November 23, 2016 Updated on: August 2, 2023 | Author:

Over the weekend, Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery was fortunate to have sponsored a small get-together for our online patient support group in Cincinnati. The group was originally designed as a support system to connect breast cancer survivors in the Midwest. Since its inception, the group has become an incomparable cornerstone for the community, bringing... Continue Reading

Infographic: What is Microsurgery?

Category: Posted on: September 3, 2015 Updated on: December 19, 2025 | Author:

Dr. Ergun Kocak and Dr. Pankaj Tiwari both completed reconstructive microvascular surgery fellowships at MD Anderson Cancer Center, but what does that mean for patients at Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery? Their further studies and years-long experience in the specialized field have been of most use in breast reconstruction using DIEP flaps. During this particular... Continue Reading

DIEP Flap Reconstruction Patient Letter

Category: Posted on: August 27, 2015 Updated on: August 2, 2023 | Author:

Duct, duct… GOOSE This is a letter from our patient Katie. 3 times a charm, right? Well, 3 times, a cancer diagnosis doesn’t feel very charming… You’d think I’d be prepared, but one never is when given the diagnosis of breast cancer, especially when you’ve got kids, a husband, a dog, and not to mention... Continue Reading

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