Every October, Aesthetx hosts a BRA day event focused on the education and support of women dealing with breast cancer and to raise awareness of their options available post-diagnosis. As this exciting event enters its seventh year, Aesthetx is bringing together thought leaders from the medical, sports and fashion industries and has an exciting line-up of activities planned!
BRA Day 2018 will be held on Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Silicon Valley Capital Club, located at 50 W. San Fernando Street in San Jose. Guests will be treated to appetizers and all proceeds will once again benefit Cancer CAREpoint, which provides counseling, education, and other resources to those affected by cancer in the Silicon Valley.
BRA Day 2018 with Aesthetx: The Details
At the event, our very own Dr. Zeidler, a thought leader in the future of aesthetic medicine, and Dr. Pamela Munster, Head of UCSF’s Center for BRCA Research and author of her new book, “Twisting Fate: My Journey with BRCA from Doctor to Patient and Back,” will be giving an intriguing update on the latest technology, research and advancements in reconstruction and breast cancer, specifically around the BRCA gene mutation. BRA Day 2018 will also feature leading companies which will demonstrate some of the latest technological advancements such San Jose-based AirXpanders and Stryker Endoscopy as well as Sientra, Allergan, Puregraft, Skin Better Science and Clarins.
One of the highlights at the event is our creative BRA decorating contest that will be judged by Dr. Munster, Olympic and World Cup Champion, Brandi Chastain and World Renowned Fashion Designer, Azadeh Riaz. BRA Day 2018 will also showcase a video from a recent photo shoot featuring Aesthetx patients where Azadeh styled the patients who will then share their personal journeys.
Be sure to save the date and purchase your tickets online for the seventh annual Aesthetx BRA day. General admission is $30.00 per person. Tickets are $60 for those interested in participating in the bra decorating contest for the chance at winning one of three grand prizes.
The Story Behind BRA Day
It’s estimated that 266,120 women in the United States alone will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer by the end of 2018. Of those who undergo mastectomies, only a small percentage of women are fully informed about their options for breast reconstruction prior to surgery.
Breast reconstruction is a transformative procedure that is often the final step in helping women move on after cancer. Following a mastectomy, many find it difficult to adjust to the permanent physical changes. With breast reconstruction surgery, women can feel whole again – both emotionally and physically.
BRA Day was started to empower women with information about post-mastectomy breast reconstruction, and to celebrate their resilience in the face of breast cancer.
We hope to see all of you at BRA Day 2018! Please feel free to bring along friends and family and make sure to purchase your tickets online!
