Natural, long-lasting breast reconstruction from the only dedicated DIEP microsurgeons serving Virginia Beach.
Women in Virginia Beach seeking natural breast reconstruction after mastectomy deserve access to the highest level of reconstructive expertise. CABR is proud to serve patients throughout Virginia Beach, the Oceanfront, Hilltop, Red Mill, Kempsville, Great Neck, and all surrounding neighborhoods with advanced DIEP flap breast reconstruction.
Unlike many practices in the region that advertise DIEP but do not perform microsurgical reconstruction, CABR is the only dedicated DIEP provider serving Hampton Roads.
The DIEP flap (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator flap) is the most advanced form of autologous breast reconstruction. It uses your own lower abdominal skin and fat to recreate a soft, natural breast — without removing abdominal muscle.
Benefits include:
For women in Virginia Beach looking for a permanent, natural reconstruction, DIEP is often the best choice.
Most Virginia Beach practices offering breast reconstruction do not have surgeons trained in microsurgery. CABR’s surgeons are fellowship-trained and perform advanced DIEP flap reconstruction regularly.
We treat:
Many women believe they must travel to major academic centers for DIEP.
CABR brings this level of expertise directly to Virginia Beach patients.
Your reconstructive journey is supported at every step — from consultation through final symmetry procedures.
You may be a strong candidate if you:
CABR offers both immediate and delayed DIEP flap reconstruction.
Women in Virginia Beach often compare these options when planning reconstruction:
Uses your own tissue
Natural look & feel
Long-term durability
Best after radiation
No capsular contracture
Uses a silicone or saline device
May appear or feel artificial
Needs replacement every 10–15 years
High failure rates after radiation
Capsular contracture common
Most women who want the safest and most natural reconstruction long-term choose DIEP.
If you have implants and experience pain, hardness, asymmetry, or complications, CABR performs implant-to-flap conversion — replacing implants with natural tissue.
This is common for women in Virginia Beach who have had:
Your abdomen also becomes flatter and smoother — similar to a tummy tuck.
We care for patients from:
No matter where you live in Virginia Beach, advanced DIEP reconstruction is available close to home.
You deserve a reconstruction that feels like you.
Learn whether you’re a candidate for DIEP flap reconstruction today.
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!
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.