Personal Symmetrics

06/17/2026

Did you know that men can be diagnosed with breast cancer? According to the American Cancer Society, one in 755 men will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, and over 2,600 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.

This month is Men’s Health Awareness Month. Encourage the men in your life to schedule and attend their regular checkups!

To learn more about breast cancer in men, visit https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/breast-cancer-in-men.html

06/16/2026

Certified Post Mastectomy Fitter and Breast Cancer Survivor Kathleen Kauffman recently unboxed swimwear from Post Swim! Post Swim is a women-owned swimwear brand that creates supportive, post-surgery, and scar-friendly swimwear for those navigating life after breast cancer.

Its swimsuits are flat, prosthetic, and reconstruction friendly. The swimwear is safe in the sun with sun-protected fabric over your scars and/or port and even features tummy control.

For more information about Post Swim swimsuits, call our office at 513-221-7200.

06/15/2026

Are you experiencing challenges after breast reconstruction surgery? Women who had surgery recently or many years ago may encounter concerns — sometimes new implants or longtime implants don’t match the remaining breast or one another, or there are anomalies due to body changes over time. We also see women who have delayed reconstruction due to treatment and radiation. Whatever the need, Personal Symmetrics is here to assist. Visit https://personalsymmetrics.com/life-after-breast-reconstruction-challenges or give us a call at 513-221-7200 for more information.

06/12/2026

Join Pink Ribbon Good Cincinnati Region at The Marmalade Lily next week Wednesday, June 17 at 5:30 p.m. to celebrate Cincinnati BRA day. This day educates and empowers women to make the decision that is best for them following a breast cancer diagnosis.

First, attendees can pick a bouquet of flowers from Marmalade Lily’s gardens and then enjoy dinner in the beautiful event gardens. Dr. Neilendu Kundu, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, and Shannon Housley of the Housley Institute will talk to the group about the latest insights on all breast reconstruction options, as well as the artistry and practical details of medical tattooing.

Register for this event here: https://prg.gnosishosting.net/Events/Calendar?eviid=13554

📸: Pink Ribbon Good Cincinnati Region

06/12/2026

American Breast Care Certified Post-Mastectomy Fitter Kathleen Kauffman's work became became deeply personal in 2024 when a conversation with a patient, along with her own family history, encouraged her to listen closely to her body.

After finding a small lump and following up with her doctor, Kathleen was diagnosed with stage 0 breast cancer at age 30. Her story is one of early detection, courage, expert care, and hope — and today she is a survivor herself.

Her story was recently featured in The O&P EDGE magazine. Read it below.

Health and wellness experts often recommend the practice of listening to our bodies, which led to a life-saving early diagnosis for Kathleen Kauffman, CFm, Personal Symmetrics, Ohio. Kauffman had developed […]

06/07/2026

Today is National Cancer Survivors Day — a day to honor strength, resilience, and every step of the journey through and beyond cancer.

Today we recognize survivors, celebrate milestones big and small, and hold space for those still in treatment, caregivers, and loved ones who walk alongside them.

Survivorship looks different for everyone, but every story matters. It’s about courage, hope, and continuing forward—one day at a time.

To all survivors: we see your strength, value your journeys, and are inspired by your stories!

Share some love with our survivors and drop a 🩷 in the comments!

06/03/2026

Don’t let your mastectomy or lumpectomy keep you from being active this summer! American Breast Care offers Active Forms and Active Bras for a day at the pool or gym. The Active Form features soft mesh that moves as you do, while the Active Bra offers comfortable support and breathability.

Check out the products here: https://americanbreastcare.com/product/active-bra

📸: American Breast Care

06/01/2026

Our team at Personal Symmetrics has been busy lately. Want to see what we’ve been up to? Visit our website at https://personalsymmetrics.com/news-events/

05/30/2026

An inspiring story of strength, courage, and confidence. Sydney Towle recently walked the Miami Swim Week runway just days after refusing a doctor’s suggestion to begin end-of-life care for cancer. Her appearance in The Chemo Club x Post Swim show is a beautiful reminder that women facing cancer deserve to feel seen, supported, and empowered at every stage of their journey.

Read more from People Magazine:

On May 28, Sydney Towle modeled in The Chemo Club x Post Swim runway show alongside three other women who have been or currently are in cancer treatment. Just over one week before the show, an oncologist declined to treat her rare bile duct cancer and suggested Towle, 26, switch to end-of-life care,...

05/29/2026