This retrospective art exhibit showcased individual and collaborative art projects BreastReconstruction.org Board Members Dr. Ron Israeli and Dr. Jonathan Bank. These projects center breast reconstruction, restoration, renewal, and resilience, with visual contributions from world-renowned photographer Erez Sabag.
“Resilience” follows one woman’s life after a difficult recovery following risk-reducing mastectomies. Despite many challenges, Lisa Csencsits rises to become a contender for the US National Cycling Championships, thanks in part to a gene that gives her an extraordinary ability to convert oxygen into energy. Her story and her genetics are deeply intertwined, as she inherited both a high risk for breast cancer and the oxygen conversion that gives breath to her cycling from her maternal side.
On May 8th, 2025, the Crest Hollow Country Club was filled with warmth, gratitude, and inspiration as the community gathered for The Uplifting Event. The night featured cocktails, dinner, and camaraderie, all against the backdrop of silent and live auctions, a fashion show, more than one surprise musical guest, and of course, dancing.
On June 1, 2025 BreastReconstruction.org partnered with Kendra Scott at Roosevelt Field Mall for a vibrant in-store shopping event that blended fashion with purpose. From 2 to 4 PM, 20% of all purchases made in-store were donated to support BreastReconstruction.org’s mission of education, advocacy, and support for those navigating breast reconstruction.
On Sunday, September 28, volunteers came together to sew drain belts for individuals preparing to undergo mastectomy. The event united past and present patients, friends, and supporters for a meaningful day of giving back and connection. The handmade belts will be donated and given directly to patients to use after surgery, helping make recovery a little more comfortable during a challenging time.
October can be a stressful month for the breast cancer community. Join us for Healing Starts Here: Guided Meditation to find peace and balance during a guided meditation with Dr. Celeste Rivera. Dr. Rivera is a clinical psychologist, breast cancer survivor, and community advocate. She will lead an hour designed to help you tap into the calm within, find your resilience, and move through the second half of Breast Cancer Awareness Month with ease.
Rediscover the physical and emotional foundation with Macee Maddox at Breathe and Rebuild: Beginner Yoga. Find movement, strength, and calmness through gentle yoga and breath exercise with, Macee, a breast cancer survivor and yoga instructor. Join us for an hour that will help you, quiet the mind, enter your body, and rebuild as you flow through the second week of October. Sign up to reserve your space!
Finish October strong with this beginner-friendly cardio session designed to get our community moving! Find joy, take up space, and get your heart pumping at whatever speed is comfortable for you. Carly will bring something for everyone as we come together for an hour of fun. Register now!
