Jacksonville, Fla (Aug. 9, 2011) Last year’s first annual “An Evening on the Pink Carpet” event proved to be a huge success and is back to showcase more than 20 breast cancer reconstruction patients in fabulous fashions from participating area boutiques and stores.  The models are patients of Dr. Rebecca Glasser of Parkway Plastic Surgery, and will grace the stage on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at the Florida Theatre.  The event is hosted by The Donna Foundation and Parkway Plastic Surgery and presented by MIA Styling.

 An Evening on the Pink Carpet will feature a special presentation and fashion show at 7:30 p.m. at The Florida Theatre, 128 East Forsythe Street, in Downtown Jacksonville. A 6:00 p.m. VIP reception with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres for VIP ticket holders takes place prior to the presentation. First Coast News Anchor and three-time breast cancer survivor Donna Deegan, founder of the Donna Foundation, will host a pre-show reception. Proceeds will benefit First Coast women living with breast cancer.

“Besides the obvious physical effects, breast cancer can take a devastating toll on a woman’s emotions even after her cancer is removed or goes into remission,” says Dr. Rebecca Glasser of Parkway Plastic Surgery. “We specialize in post-mastectomy reconstructive surgery that helps restore a breast cancer survivor’s look and her confidence. We’re looking forward to seeing our patients grace the runway, looking and feeling beautiful and helping fellow and future breast cancer survivors do the same.”

 “This is such a wonderful way to honor women who have survived and thrived through breast cancer,” says Donna Deegan.  “This night is a pure celebration of life.  A huge “thank you” to Dr. Glasser and all of our sponsors allowing us to showcase both the inner and outer beauty of these amazing women.”

 Tickets for An Evening on the Pink Carpet are available through The Florida Theatre (www.floridatheatre.com) and are $35.00 General Admission and $75 VIP. Levels constitute preferential seating and admission to the VIP reception. Additional ticket sale locations are listed on The Donna Foundation website at www.thedonnafoundation.org under “EVENTS”.

 About Parkway Plastic Surgery: Located in Jacksonville’s Southside, Parkway Plastic Surgery is led by Dr. David Mobley and Dr. Rebecca Glasser and offers an array of cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures for the face, breast and body. Dr. Mobley and Dr. Glasser are board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. More information about Dr. Mobley and Dr. Glasser can be found online at www.ParkwayPlasticSurgery.com.

 About the Donna Foundation: Founded by longtime Jacksonville news anchor Donna Deegan, The Donna Foundation provides financial assistance to First Coast women living with breast cancer to help cover mortgages, car payments, utilities costs, etc. during their treatments. A three-time breast cancer survivor, Deegan is author of two books exploring breast cancer issues, The Good Fight and Through Rose Colored Glasses. www.donnafoundation.org She is also the Founder of 26.2 With Donna, The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer now in its 5^th year www.breastcancermarathon.com

 About Mia Styling: Founded by fashion stylist Melissa Intemann, MIA Styling offers an array of image consulting and set styling services to individuals and businesses including fashion styling for photo/film shoots and fashion shows, wardrobe consulting, personal shopping, make-up, hair and gift giving services. Intemann divides her time between her Ponte Vedra Beach, FL home and offices in New York, Savannah and Tampa. www.miastyling.com

Sponsorship opportunities are still available by contacting Julie Terrazzano, Director of The Donna Foundation at juliedhf@comcast.net

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday issued an updated white paper on the safety of silicone gel-filled breast implants. ASPS agrees with the FDA statement that “silicone gel-filled breast implants have a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness when used as labeled,” and it accepts the Agency’s position that women who receive silicone gel-filled breast implants for reconstructive or cosmetic purposes will need to monitor the devices over their lifetime. Both the FDA and ASPS agree that breast implants are not lifetime devices.

ASPS believes that the FDA white paper is informative and will be a fruitful resource for plastic surgeons – as well as for patients considering reconstructive or cosmetic breast augmentation.

 ASPS shares the FDA’s view in the white paper that more than 90 percent of patients are satisfied with their outcomes from breast implantation and report an improved quality of life.

 ASPS has collaborated – and will continue to collaborate – with the FDA to ensure that science forms the basis for all decision-making on breast implants, as well as all other medical devices. The Society supports post-market breast implant surveillance and ongoing data collection related to the safety and efficacy of breast implants. ASPS will continue to reiterate that patient safety is its No. 1 priority.

 The FDA has provided the following links to related documents:

 FDA – Breast Implants 

 Update on the Safety of Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants (2011) – Executive Summary 

 The FDA also has made available a Consumer Update that contains current and background information on breast implants, as well as other links to additional documents and FAQs.

 ASPS has posted additional resources for members and consumers on its website at plasticsurgery.org.

 The Society is determined to work collaboratively with the FDA to ensure that plastic surgery patients, consumers and ASPS members are provided the information they need to make informed decisions.

A recent article in The Wall Street Journal dated Tuesday, May 24, 2011, titled “Gym, Check. Diet, Check. Face, Lift” discussed how more men are getting cosmetic surgery for many different reasons. Some of those reasons are to make themselves more attractive, to correct embarrassing or unmanly features, and to maintain a youthful appearance in a youth-dominated work environment. Some of the fastest growing male cosmetic procedures  are facelift’s, ear surgery, soft tissue fillers, Botox, liposuction, eyelid surgery and laser hair removal. Check out the article at this link and tell us what you think.

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