Advanced, natural breast reconstruction for women throughout Hampton, Phoebus, Coliseum Central, Buckroe Beach, and the greater Peninsula.
Women in Hampton deserve access to the safest, most natural, and most advanced breast reconstruction options available — without needing to travel outside Hampton Roads. CABR proudly provides true microsurgical DIEP flap reconstruction for patients in Hampton and across the Peninsula.
We are the only dedicated DIEP microsurgery team serving Hampton Roads, bringing advanced, long-lasting reconstruction close to home.
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The DIEP flap (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator flap) is the most modern form of natural breast reconstruction available. It uses skin and fat from your lower abdomen — without removing abdominal muscle — to rebuild a soft, warm, natural breast after mastectomy.
Benefits for Hampton Patients:
Unlike implant reconstruction, which often requires multiple future surgeries, DIEP flap reconstruction is typically a permanent solution
Many plastic surgeons in Hampton offer breast reconstruction but do not perform DIEP flap surgery. CABR’s surgeons are fellowship-trained in microsurgery, bringing specialized expertise that is not available in most general plastic surgery practices.
CABR treats many patients who:
Most of these women are candidates for DIEP when evaluated by a microsurgeon.
Our care model includes:
Many women in Hampton assume they must travel to academic institutions like Duke, UNC, or Johns Hopkins for complex DIEP reconstruction.
CABR offers this advanced care right here in Hampton Roads.
You may be a strong candidate if you:
Even if you’ve been told you aren’t a candidate, we encourage you to seek a second opinion from a microsurgeon. Many Hampton patients gain new options once properly evaluated
Uses your own tissue
Permanent solution
Best after radiation
No capsular contracture
Natural feel and movement
Improves abdominal contour
Synthetic device
Requires replacement every 10–15 years
High failure rates with radiation
Contracture is common
Can feel firm or unnatural
Does not alter the abdomen
Women who want the most reliable, natural, and long-lasting reconstruction often choose DIEP.
Many Hampton women come to CABR seeking help after implant-based reconstruction has failed or become uncomfortable.
Common reasons for conversion include:
A DIEP flap offers a permanent, natural solution free from implant problems.
CABR specializes in implant removal + DIEP reconstruction, often in the same surgery.
We evaluate medical history, anatomy, prior surgeries, radiation status, and goals. Imaging may be used to map blood vessels.
You’ll receive a clear plan for immediate or delayed reconstruction, symmetry goals, and recovery.
Tissue from the lower abdomen is transplanted to the chest and connected via microsurgery while preserving abdominal muscles.
Flap monitoring ensures tissue health and optimal healing.
Most women return to normal daily activities within this timeframe.
Some patients choose fat grafting, symmetry procedures, or nipple reconstruction to finalize results.
Many women in Hampton receive mastectomy or radiation through centers such as:
Radiation can significantly reduce the success of implant reconstruction, making autologous reconstruction like DIEP the safest long-term option.
CABR coordinates closely with oncology teams across the Peninsula to time reconstruction appropriately.
We care for patients throughout:
Whether you’re near Fort Monroe, Langley, or downtown, advanced breast reconstruction is available close to home.
You deserve reconstruction that helps you feel whole again — naturally, confidently, and safely.
If you live in Hampton and are considering breast reconstruction, DIEP flap surgery may be the best option for long-term comfort and results.
Our fellowship-trained microsurgical team is here to guide you.
Reach out to our office today using this form, or give us a call to schedule your consultation. We’re excited to partner with you on your healing journey.
Dr. Jablonka is hands down the absolute best doctor I’ve ever had. He is caring, compassionate and really takes his time with his patients. I had complicated breast reconstruction surgery after a double mastectomy. And of course I had complications while recuperating. So it required a couple more surgeries. Dr. Jablonka did an amazing job and was right by my side the entire time. He is a very skilled plastic surgeon. I highly, highly recommend. I give him 10 stars out of 5!!!
Dr. Jablonka is an amazing surgeon. During my consultation for DIEP I knew within minutes that he was the surgeon for me. Not only did he have all the education and experience he was also very easy to talk to and took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure and answer all of my questions. Listening to him explain the DIEP flap procedure I instantly knew that not only was this his profession, but truly his passion. I am now almost 3 months post-op and so happy with my results. My breasts look natural and they are made with my tissue. I am beyond grateful to Dr. Jablonka and his incredible team for making one of the most challenging things I’ve ever done so much easier. If you have to have breast reconstruction for preventative reasons or because of a breast cancer diagnosis I highly recommend Dr. Jablonka.
Dr Jablonka is a phenomenal surgeon and he truly cares for his patients. I had a breast reconstruction with DIEP flap post prophylactic double mastectomy from 12 years prior. He removed the old implants using my own fat and placing them above the pectoral muscle not under like before. The look and the feel is so natural. I don’t have that constant tightness and hardness in my breasts. I feel and look normal again. He has been very kind throughout the process. He explained everything patiently every time. His staff Elizabeth and his nurse Stephanie were always there for me as well helping every step of the way. The front desk receptionist (I can’t recall her name) and every one else there that I came in contact with was kind polite and attentive. Everybody at the office took great care of me. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart!
Being diagnosed with breast cancer at 37 was H.A.R.D. Having a double mastectomy burned even more. Losing one expander and being flat for months was the icing on the cake. Then I was referred to Dr. Jablonka as a DIEP Flap candidate. I knew from the first time I met Dr. Jablonka that he was amazing. He was very thorough and took all the time in the world to explain to myself and to my husband what the process would be and answered all of our questions. His staff is top notch and just as sweet as they come. There are no words to adequately express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Jablonka and his team for giving me confidence back and making me a proud survivor!
Reach out to our office today using this form, or give us a call to schedule your consultation. We’re excited to partner with you on your healing journey.
There aren't enough good words to describe Dr. Jablonka. He's the absolute best. He's kind, caring, and talented. I came to him broken after my double mastectomy reconstruction was a bust. He put me back together. Brought back my self-esteem. Gave me my life back. Love, love, love him and his amazing support staff.
Dr. Jablonka is hands down the absolute best doctor I’ve ever had. He is caring, compassionate and really takes his time with his patients. I had complicated breast reconstruction surgery after a double mastectomy. And of course I had complications while recuperating. So it required a couple more surgeries. Dr. Jablonka did an amazing job and was right by my side the entire time. He is a very skilled plastic surgeon. I highly, highly recommend. I give him 10 stars out of 5!!!
Dr. Jablonka is an amazing surgeon. During my consultation for DIEP I knew within minutes that he was the surgeon for me. Not only did he have all the education and experience he was also very easy to talk to and took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure and answer all of my questions. Listening to him explain the DIEP flap procedure I instantly knew that not only was this his profession, but truly his passion. I am now almost 3 months post-op and so happy with my results. My breasts look natural and they are made with my tissue. I am beyond grateful to Dr. Jablonka and his incredible team for making one of the most challenging things I’ve ever done so much easier. If you have to have breast reconstruction for preventative reasons or because of a breast cancer diagnosis I highly recommend Dr. Jablonka.
Dr Jablonka is a phenomenal surgeon and he truly cares for his patients. I had a breast reconstruction with DIEP flap post prophylactic double mastectomy from 12 years prior. He removed the old implants using my own fat and placing them above the pectoral muscle not under like before. The look and the feel is so natural. I don’t have that constant tightness and hardness in my breasts. I feel and look normal again. He has been very kind throughout the process. He explained everything patiently every time. His staff Elizabeth and his nurse Stephanie were always there for me as well helping every step of the way. The front desk receptionist (I can’t recall her name) and every one else there that I came in contact with was kind polite and attentive. Everybody at the office took great care of me. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart!
Being diagnosed with breast cancer at 37 was H.A.R.D. Having a double mastectomy burned even more. Losing one expander and being flat for months was the icing on the cake. Then I was referred to Dr. Jablonka as a DIEP Flap candidate. I knew from the first time I met Dr. Jablonka that he was amazing. He was very thorough and took all the time in the world to explain to myself and to my husband what the process would be and answered all of our questions. His staff is top notch and just as sweet as they come. There are no words to adequately express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Jablonka and his team for giving me confidence back and making me a proud survivor!
There aren't enough good words to describe Dr. Jablonka. He's the absolute best. He's kind, caring, and talented. I came to him broken after my double mastectomy reconstruction was a bust. He put me back together. Brought back my self-esteem. Gave me my life back. Love, love, love him and his amazing support staff.