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THE FEELING OF LOOKING GOOD BUILDS SELF-ESTEEM AT ANY AGE. More Than Skin Deep PLASTIC SURGERY CAN provide aesthetically pleasing results, such as reshaping target areas to resolve sensitive concerns. "We spend time getting to know our patients and their needs," says Dhaval M. Patel, MD, double board-certified plastic surgeon at KishHealth System Physician Group, DeKalb. "Every patient's story is unique. By knowing our patients' aesthetic concerns, we can navigate treatment options and customize solutions to reflect their core ethic and personal and religious values." TREATING THE WHOLE BODY Common cosmetic procedures include: � Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) � Breast lift and breast reduction � Eyelid surgery � Facelift and neck lift � Liposuction to remove unwanted fat � Rhinoplasty to resize or reshape the nose "Plastic surgeons are trained to understand the specific needs of their patients and strategically place scars in well-hidden areas," Dr. Patel says. "The quality work we do promotes healing and allows any scarring to fade with time. Patients are often able to return to work within as little as a week's time." Ready to schedule a consultation? Call Dr. Patel at 815.758.8671. Restoring Confidence Reconstructive surgery allows patients to safely regain a sense of self and promote empowerment. The most common types of reconstructive surgeries include removing scars caused by trauma, skin care treatment for melanoma, facial reconstruction, and breast cancer surgery. "Some women pursue reconstructive surgery after losing one breast during cancer treatment," Dr. Patel says. "We are able to restore the shape of the breast so those breast cancer survivors can feel whole again. Many patients don't realize the full spectrum of care—from breast cancer surgery to breast reconstruction—is available close to home. The breast cancer team is extensive, and we work to coordinate the entire process for each patient." 2 CANCER CENTER OUR MISSION WELLNESS CLASSES AND PROGRAMS KishHealth System Cancer Center provides patients and families with education, support, and resources to deal with the many challenges presented by cancer. Generous donor support helps underwrite the cost of these programs. If you are interested in making a donation to improve the quality of life for those dealing with cancer, please contact the KishHealth System Foundation at 815.748.9954 or visit kishfoundation.org. We are the cornerstone of healthcare for the communities we serve—the first choice for service, comfort, and safety. Look for a list of featured classes and programs in the Wellness Programs section toward the back of this issue. Most are free and require registration. Classes with low enrollment are generally canceled three days prior to the start date. Please register early. Register online at kishprograms.org.