Dr. Copeland on Gynecomastia in the New York Times
Dr. Copeland discusses male breast reduction.
September 2023 J Reconstr Microsurg DOI: 10.1055/a-2182-1015
Modern Aesthetics July/August 2022
Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin on Health Professionals Radio
This Is How Often Your Breast Implants Actually Need to Be Screened
NEW BEAUTY August 10, 2022
After a breast augmentation with implants, you may assume you’re set for a decade or so. However, FDA recommendations urge patients to get their implants screened much more regularly than that. A recent study found that the majority of breast implant patients aren’t compliant with these screening recommendations.
Patients are not getting their breast implants screened often enough
The study found that many breast cancer patients who received silicone implants were not compliant with the FDA recommendations. These screenings ensure the implants have not silently ruptured. The research shows that only 5.9 percent of respondents had undergone MRI screening in accordance with the recommendations. A majority of the patients said they weren’t aware of the recommendations.
Patients are hesitant to head to the doctor’s office when there’s no obvious cause for concern. However, there are also bigger barriers at play. In the press release, Libby Copeland-Halperin, MD, speculates that lack of access to care and costly screenings may be part of the reason patients aren’t adhering to the guidelines.
Most Women Unaware of Screening Recommendations to Detect Possible Rupture After Receiving Silicone Breast Implants
“So many women … have had breast cancer and undergo breast reconstruction with (silicone) implants … (and) although implants have been around for many years and are recognized as being safe, it’s important to be aware they do require some routine surveillance and maintenance,” said Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin, a plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon at a private practice in New York City, in an interview with CURE®.
Dr. Copeland on Cosmetic Surgery Featuring Calf and Ankle Liposuction
Few patients undergo recommended MRI screening after silicone implant breast surgery
Only six percent of women with silicone breast implants followed the previous US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommendation for regular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) screening, suggests a study in the August issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Despite discussion and information provided at the time of their breast implant procedure, most patients were unaware that MRI scans were recommended to detect asymptomatic implant rupture, according to the new research by Libby R. Copeland-Halperin, MD, of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, and colleagues. They write, “Low adherence suggests that without repeated reinforcement, the importance of this recommendation may not be apparent to patients several years following surgery.”
Dr. Copeland Honored at the New York Athletic Club
Dr. Copeland, among the earliest women to become an NYAC member, joins the Quarter Century Club.
Billboard Women in Music Awards gift bags
Dr. Michelle Copeland Skin products were in the VIP gift bag at the Billboard Women in Music Awards honoring music industry leaders including Taylor Swift and Beyonce.
Combined Liposuction and Excision of Lipomas
By Dr. Copeland
Combined Liposuction and Excision of Lipomas
Plastic Surgery International, February 1, 2015
Dr. Copeland’s study on using liposuction to minimize scarring and recovery time for excision of lipomas.
A New FrontierPlastic Surgery Products, October 1, 2002
Dr. Copeland expands the role of women in plastic surgery with her involvement in research, education, and women’s health.
The Years Ahead: Style: If Beauties Multiply, They’ll Be Plain to See
The Years Ahead: Style: If Beauties Multiply, They’ll Be Plain to See
Dr. Copeland reflects on the surgical future.
Glamour Guy
Plastic surgery isn’t just for women anymore.
Slow the Clock
Slow the Clock
Skin Magazine
Staving off surgery.
Plastic Surgery for Young Women
Plastic Surgery for Young WomenCosmopolitan Magazine
Even younger women are candidates for surgery today.
A Stitch in TimeGrowing Older/Staying Well
By Dr. Copeland
Growing Older/Staying WellTown & Country talks to Dr. Copeland about the latest developments in cosmetic surgery.
Why Are So Few Plastic Surgeons Women?
As cosmetic surgery booms, women have left the lucrative profession almost entirely to men.