For patients facing breast cancer, decisions about reconstruction can be deeply personal, including what comes next. On October 26, 2026, nearly 100 patients, families, and healthcare professionals gathered at Cambridge Memorial Hospital to explore those decisions, from surgical and reconstruction options to recovery and nipple tattooing.
Through clinical information and lived experience, attendees had the opportunity to ask deeply personal questions, hear directly from regional breast cancer and reconstructive surgery specialists, and connect with other patients for a ‘show and tell.’
Those conversations also reflected the collaborative nature of breast cancer across Waterloo-Wellington. Breast cancer crosses communities, hospitals, and specialties. It brings healthcare partners together with a common goal: help patients understand their options and navigate the next steps in their care journey.
CMH’s Breast Reconstruction Program operates in collaboration with Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) and Wellington Waterloo Regional Cancer Program (WWRCP). It reflects a regional approach to care and brings specialized expertise, patient experience and education together. BRA Day helps patients access information and perspectives, so they feel supported and empowered to make the choice that matters most to them.