Scar Revision: Z-Plasty

In some cases, scar revision surgery can help improve the look of a scar or make it less visible. If the scar tissue is tight and restricts movement of the skin, revision can improve this. Z-plasty is a method of scar revision.

Skin Graft Surgery

A skin graft is a piece of healthy skin (graft) that is moved from 1 part of your body to another. If you have a large wound, a skin graft can help close it. This allows the wound to heal. Or a skin graft can be used to treat a scar (a mark left after a wound has healed).

Melanoma Removal Surgery

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. Here's what to expect if you have surgery for melanoma removal.

Abdominoplasty with Liposuction

Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck can be done with liposuction to help remove excess fat and tighten up muscles and skin of the belly.

Liposuction

Liposuction is a type of cosmetic surgery to remove excess fat from specific body areas.

Managing Lymphedema After Cancer

Lymphedema is a problem that may occur after cancer surgery, or after radiation to the lymph nodes. It has no cure, but you can take steps to reduce or relieve symptoms.