“The stakes were incredibly high. I had already endured three failed breast surgeries, resulting in partial breast necrosis, deep emotional trauma, and years of PTSD. On top of that, Dr. Slack wasn't just any surgeon – she's my colleague. As an OR nurse at UCLA, I've worked closely with her. We share a lot with each other, both professionally and personally, which made this even more delicate. She knew every detail of my case and the emotional weight behind it.
For three years, I couldn't bring myself to try again. I didn't feel like myself – or like a woman. I avoided mirrors, lost all confidence, and struggled to trust anyone with my body again. When I finally made the decision to pursue reconstruction, Dr. Slack was my first and only choice.
My case wasn't easy. Beyond the emotional scars, I had naturally asymmetrical breasts and nipples that made reconstruction especially complex. But Dr. Slack approached every step with compassion, precision, and grace.
She took time for countless consultations, walking me through every option--from a lift to implants and nipple repositioning--without ever rushing me. Her bedside manner was impeccable. She made me feel truly seen, and she responded quickly through MyChart anytime I had questions or fears.
When I woke up from surgery, it was nothing like the trauma I'd experienced before. No bruises. No horror. Just immediate, beautiful results that brought tears to my eyes. Dr. Slack didn't just reconstruct my breast--she restored my confidence, my sense of self, and my womanhood. I finally feel like me again. I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN AGAIN.
There are no words strong enough to thank her. Dr. Slack is not only a brilliant surgeon – she's a healer, a listener, and someone I was proud to trust with my life.”
-D.T.
“Just WOW! Had my breast reduction with Dr Slack 6 months ago. Was nervous and didn't know how to find the right doctor who would hear me and have my interest in mind when operating. Boy, did I luck out with Dr Ginger Slack!
I knew I wanted to go to a female surgeon simply bc IMO women understand women better and have a keen eye as to the appropriate size, shape, etc. Also, women are just more meticulous. Full stop. And I am a terrible OCD and very particular, not the easiest of patients, being in the medical field myself.
I was floored by Dr Slack's work! I call her a "Breast Architect"! I mean... Wow! She pulled off all the stops - the size, the shape, the nipple placement - all are perfect. But most importantly, I had no pain after the surgery, didn't even bother to take one pain pill. The stitches are starting to disappear (I have seen some gnarly scars on my friends after 6 months!). I feel like I had next to no recovery time. I followed Dr.Slack's orders to the tee and slept on my back for a couple of months. That's it. A small price to pay in exchange for no excruciating neck and back pain I had prior to the surgery.
Dr Slack isn't just an amazing surgeon, she is a kind and attentive doctor who puts you at ease and helps you make your decision as based on facts, proper testing, and scientifically viable information. She honestly told me what she can do and what she doesn't do. For example, I asked if she could use a keyhole cut, but she was straight forward to tell me that she uses a different technique. On the other hand, I wanted to keep sensation in my nipples, and Dr Slack made sure to preserve all the tissue and vessel connectivity to my nipple. Her knowledge, her diligence and her magic hands is what you want in a surgeon.
Dr Slack advocated for me with my insurance, prepared me psychologically for the surgery by explaining every step, answering my every questions, and putting me at ease during the procedure and after. And separate thanks to the anesthesiologist Dr Valery who did a magnificent job and to the entire UCLA plastic surgery team of highly trained medical professionals and staff who were all kind & knowledgeable, and who made my surgery go smoothly and without hiccups.
I cannot recommend Dr Slack and her team enough! I am grateful to these people for making my life better.
I found out about Dr Slack online, by reading her reviews. And that is why I am leaving one right now. I thank all those people who took time to leave kind thoughtful reviews that led me to choose Dr Slack and her team.”
-M.N.
“I came to Dr Slack from NV, in hopes to finally reach a finish line. I'm a breast cancer survivor and I had 16 surgeries on my chest before meeting her. When I met her last year, I'd been sitting flat for almost a year, and had truly lost hope that I'd ever see the finish line. And most of all I thought she'd refuse my case thinking I was a difficult patient, something a prior surgeon said to me. What I got was someone that was kind, compassionate, and was more than willing to take on my case to get me to the end. I've had issues with things since my bilateral mastectomy and was making sure to cover all bases when I saw here for my preop. I asked her about a hematomas, likely hood, would I lose my flap, etc. I bet she never thought I'd end up with one. But when it happened, I couldn't have been in better hands. After 3 weeks in CA. And returning to NV, I've continued to have her support for anything I've needed. I still need phase 2 of my DIEP, for some very minor things. After everything I've been through the last 5 years. I'm just going to take a moment to actually live again. Something I'd forgot how to do. She gave me my life back, and I'll be forever grateful to her. Pics are before and 3 months post op.”
-J.G.
“Dr. Slack recently performed a revision breast reconstruction for me after I had a double mastectomy following breast cancer, and I am super happy with the results. Part of my cancer treatment included radiation, which made my initial reconstruction (with temporary filler implants) become fairly lopsided, and my radiated breast sat visibly higher than the other one, which bothered me. During this revision procedure, she was able to fix literally ALL of the asymmetry, and did some fat transfer to hide any rippling of the skin due to implants. Not that having cancer is all butterflies and roses, but Dr. Slack's reconstruction definitely made the pill less bitter. Seriously, I think my breasts look better than they did before. Would recommend her, 100%.”
-A.P.
“I could not recommend Dr. Slack more! Her level of care and skill is unmatched and I couldn't have chosen a better surgeon. She was informative & honest from the beginning of the consultation process and guided me through each step with advice regarding insurance coverage, realistic result expectations, recovery, etc.
For both my breast reduction & abdominal surgery my scarring is very minimal within less than a year of surgery and my pain level throughout each recovery was extremely manageable with Dr. Slack's help. Additionally, the results of both procedures are exactly what I hoped they would be and I am beyond happy with the outcomes.
She & admin support make the perfect team and are truly the best at what they do! Very highly recommend.”
-K.H.
“Dr. Slack has been brought into my life by extremely life changing circumstances. Though these particular circumstances can be emotionally traumatizing, she made it possible for the bright side to be even brighter. She leads with honesty and clear communication. She speaks with compassion and clarity. I felt safe and heard. I had so much vulnerability going into her office and she was absolutely amazing. I think she is one of the best in her field and her entire staff exemplifies that. I'm getting emotional writing this recommendation because this isn't always the case with vulnerable patients. I'm so full of gratitude and will speak Dr. Slack's praises for the rest of my life.”
-Patient
“Dr. Slack is the absolute best!
I am 31 years old and was a size 30F/G before my breast reduction surgery. After our first consultation, I knew Dr. Slack was the doctor I wanted for my surgery. She took the time to listen to me and understand my goals going into the surgery. I appreciated how she answered all my questions matter-of-factly and set realistic expectations.
I was a little nervous on the day of surgery, but Dr. Slack made me feel well taken care of and comforted. Also, knowing I was at UCLA, one of the top-rated hospitals in California, was very reassuring (more so than other surgical centers or clinics, IMO). The operation went smoothly, and the recovery was not too bad. The first few nights were rough (I experienced intense nausea from the anesthesia), but I messaged Dr. Slack on 'mychart,' and she immediately ordered medication to stop my nausea.
It's been about a week since my surgery, and I am already thrilled with my results. Dr. Slack is a perfectionist regarding shape and appearance - I can't express enough how wonderful my experience was. I would recommend her to anyone considering this surgery.”
-K.O.
“Dr. Ginger Slack is a plastic surgeon ARTIST! She was always knowledgeable, caring and patient. While I'm sure her results are great with any form of plastic surgery, with my case she was brilliant. I was referred to her by my breast oncology surgeon at UCLA. She designed and performed the Goldilocks closure I wanted after a double Mastectomy. We met 3 times before the procedure and discussed many options. I did not want traditional Reconstruction. After much research on my part, I told her my ideal results and she was realistic with my goals. There was a lot of discussion as to my final aesthetic outcome.
-I.G.
Now 5 days post-op, I can say for certain how lucky I was to have her perform my Goldilocks closures. She really listened and I never felt rushed. If you're in the greater L A area, please do yourself a favor and have a consult with her. You can thank me later”
“Dr. Slack is an amazing plastic surgeon. She is skilled, informative, honest, understanding and compassionate.
I saw Dr. Slack for bilateral explant capsulectomy, due to breast pain status post breast augmentation completed by a previous surgeon. My entire experience with Dr. Slack was absolutely amazing, and I always felt I was in good hands. The surgery and recovery went incredibly well, and she is an extremely gentle surgeon. Dr. Slack also fixed my large implant scars. My scars are now barely noticeable, and I love the way my breast look. Her work is remarkable and I am so grateful she was my surgeon.”
-H.S.
“Dr. Ginger Slack did my reconstructive surgery on my left breast. OMG!!! She was so amazing throughout the whole process. I could not have chosen a better surgeon. I thank you so much for everything you have done for me to make me feel complete again.”
-L.T.
