Questions to ask your plastic surgeon
A starting list for a reconstruction consultation
Sources checked: September 2026
The short version
These are common starting questions for a reconstruction consultation — save the ones relevant to you to your upcoming appointment.
Questions people often bring to a breast reconstruction consultation.
Questions you may want to ask
Which reconstruction options are appropriate for my body and treatment plan?
Should reconstruction happen at the same time as my mastectomy, or later?
How many procedures are typically involved, and over what timeframe?
How might radiation affect my reconstruction options or timing?
What will recovery be like after each stage?