Explant Breast Surgery & Recovery
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We found 2 episodes of Explant Breast Surgery & Recovery with the tag “genetic testing”.
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Episode 122: She Thought Her Implants Were Safe Until They Weren’t, with Dr. Laura Miles
June 26th, 2025 | 46 mins 17 secs
autoimmune responses, biofilm, breast implant illness, chronic inflammation, dr. laura miles, dr. robert whitfield, environmental toxins, genetic testing, heavy metal sensitivity, ruptured implant, silicone migration, toxin exposure
In this episode, Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with Dr. Laura Miles about her own journey and how she transitioned from ophthalmology to functional medicine after facing health challenges linked to her breast implants following breast cancer. She talks about the complicated nature of breast implant illness, touching on things like infections, heavy metal toxicity, and autoimmune reactions. The conversation dives into why it’s so important to thoroughly evaluate each patient, consider genetic testing, and raise more awareness about the potential complications of implants. Dr. Miles effectively highlights the need for personalized care, ongoing research, and advocacy for patient safety, sharing valuable insights for both patients and practitioners dealing with these challenging health issues. Tune in to hear more!
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Episode 101: Dr. Rob Whitfield Explains Breast Implant Illness and the SHARP Program
January 23rd, 2025 | 12 mins 38 secs
anxiety, bii, bloating, brain fog, breast implant illness, chest pain, chronic inflammation, constipation, depression, dr. robert whitfield, environmental toxins, explant surgery, fatigue, gastrointestinal issues, genetic testing, gut health, heart palpitations, heavy metal exposure, inflammation reduction, joint pain, mycotoxins, plastic surgeon, recovery process, recovery program, sharp program, surgical health, traditional medical providers
We have a fantastic solo episode today with Dr. Rob Whitfield, a board-certified plastic surgeon who's here to shed some light on breast implant illness, or BII, and how it's managed.
Dr. Whitfield kicks things off by introducing us to the SHARP program. This isn't just any program; it's all about tackling chronic inflammation. How, you ask? Through some pretty cool methods like genetic testing, checking out environmental toxins, and making sure your gut health is in tip-top shape.
We dive into the nitty-gritty of BII symptoms and why it's crucial to remove the entire implant capsule during explant surgery. Dr. Whitfield also shares some eye-opening research on how bacterial contamination might be linked to BII.
But it's not just about the science. Dr. Whitfield is all about empowering women with the knowledge and resources they need. Whether you're thinking about explant surgery or are on the road to recovery, he's got your back with support and encouragement for proactive health management.
So, grab your headphones and get comfy—this is an episode you won't want to miss!