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Shwanna Sterling
Jul 15, 2026
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, my surgical oncologist gave me two recommendations for plastic surgeons to perform my reconstruction. Dr. Kate Chiasson was one of them. I researched both extensively, but something about Dr. Kate immediately stood out.
As a woman, I knew she would understand the emotions, fears, and uncertainty that come with being a younger woman facing breast cancer and the reality that your body may never look the same. Then I learned about BRA Day and how she gives back to the breast cancer community by celebrating and honoring women who have walked this journey. Seeing how passionate she was about helping women feel seen, beautiful, and confident again after such a life-changing diagnosis made my decision easy. Without a doubt, I chose Ford Plastic Surgery.
From my very first appointment, I never felt like just another patient. The entire team welcomed me like family. Every person in the office is kind, compassionate, and genuinely cares about you. During my visits, I watched them treat every patient with that same warmth and respect. It wasn’t just for me. That is simply who they are.
Dr. Kate’s hands are truly blessed. My reconstruction exceeded every expectation I had. She took incredible care of me before surgery, during the process, and throughout my recovery. She listened, answered every question, and made sure I felt comfortable every step of the way.
Breast cancer changes your life in ways you never expect, but having a surgeon who not only has exceptional skill but also leads with compassion makes all the difference.
If you are facing breast cancer and are considering reconstructive surgery, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Kate Chiasson and the entire team at Ford Plastic Surgery. They gave me so much more than beautiful reconstruction. They gave me confidence, comfort, hope, and reminded me that I was never walking this journey alone. I will be forever grateful.
JG
Jacqueline Nash Grant
Jul 9, 2026
Well… it’s official.
Today I paid my deposit, hugged everybody, took a deep breath, and scheduled what will probably be one of the biggest decisions I’ve made in a very long time.
December 9, 2026.
After 18 months of researching, praying, asking questions, and consulting with three plastic surgeons, I finally found my doctor.
When I walked into Dr. Katherine “Kate” Ford Chiasson’s office, I was nervous. Not “a little anxious” nervous… I mean stomach in knots, trying to remember to breathe nervous.
But something happened.
From the moment Ashley welcomed me with that warm smile (and another sweet young lady checked me in—I apologize because my nerves stole her name from my brain! 😄), I felt cared for.
Jessica, the nurse, was wonderful. She was knowledgeable, patient, kind, and never made me feel like any of my questions were silly.
Then Dr. Kate walked in.
She smiled, introduced herself with a handshake (that meant more to me than she probably knows), sat down, listened, answered every question I had, and never once made me feel rushed. Her confidence was obvious, but never arrogant. She has that quiet confidence that simply says, “I’ve got you.”
And here’s the part that made me smile…
Her mother performed my breast reduction in 2005.
Life has a beautiful way of bringing things full circle.
Now let me tell y’all who almost stole the whole show…
Normi. ❤️
If kindness had a face, it would be hers.
She’s the person who walks you through everything, answers a thousand questions, calms your fears, laughs with you, celebrates with you, and somehow makes you forget you’re talking about surgery. By the time I left, I felt like I had known her for years.
Every single person in that office treated me with something that has become far too rare these days…
Dignity. Respect. Compassion.
As someone who has spent her career advocating for people to be treated with dignity, I notice when people get it right. This office gets it right.
So yes… on December 9, I’ll be having an extended brachioplasty and an abdominoplasty with a Fleur-de-Lis procedure.
Am I excited?
Absolutely.
Am I nervous?
Lord, yes. 😅
But more than anything… I have peace.
This journey isn’t about trying to become someone different. It’s about honoring the woman I’ve fought so hard to become. Every workout. Every healthy choice. Every pound lost. Every victory. Every setback. This is simply the next chapter.
Please keep me in your prayers over the next few months as I prepare physically, mentally, and spiritually.
And to Dr. Kate, Normi, Ashley, Jessica, and the entire team… thank you.
You didn’t just gain a patient today.
You gave one a tremendous sense of peace.
Now… let the countdown begin. ❤️