Reblossom was founded in 2022 by Dr. Silvia Kurtovic and Dr. Raman Mahabir, two passionate reconstructive surgeons dedicated to restoring confidence in breast cancer survivors. With a shared vision of providing access to breast reconstruction for under- and uninsured patients in Southern Arizona, they empower women to heal, thrive, and reclaim their bodies.
Dr. Silvia Kurtovic
Silvia Kurtovic, MD, FACS is a board-certified plastic surgeon and a leader in both cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery. She is one of the few female plastic surgeons in Arizona who is a diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. With specialized training in cosmetic surgery and microsurgical breast reconstruction, Dr. Kurtovic is dedicated to achieving natural, beautiful results for her patients.
Educational Background
Dr. Kurtovic grew up in Southern California and graduated with honors from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in physiological sciences. She earned her medical degree in New York before starting a decade of intensive post-graduate surgical training. She completed a general surgery residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where she developed a passion for the artistry of plastic surgery. She further specialized in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Duke University and completed two additional fellowships in microsurgery and cosmetic surgery in Canada.
Credentials:
- Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Fellowship-trained in cosmetic surgery and microsurgical breast reconstruction (DIEP flap)
- General surgery residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Duke University
- Additional fellowships in microsurgery and cosmetic surgery in Canada
Surgical Specialties:
- Cosmetic breast surgery (breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction)
- Breast reconstruction, including DIEP flap and implant-based reconstruction
- Mommy makeover procedures
- Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)
- Body contouring surgery (liposuction, post-weight loss surgery)
Charitable Efforts
Dr. Kurtovic is deeply committed to giving back through her work with Reblossom, the breast reconstruction charity she co-founded in Tucson, Arizona. Through Reblossom, she provides surgical care, education, and resources for underinsured and uninsured women seeking breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
Inspired by her own mother’s struggle with breast cancer, she is passionate about supporting women through their healing process, both physically and emotionally. She collaborates with the local medical community to expand access to life-changing reconstructive procedures and ensure equitable access to reconstructive care.
Dr. Raman Mahabir
Raman Mahabir, MD, FRCSC, FACS is a board-certified plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, breast, and body. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He has also held numerous prestigious positions, including Chief of Plastic Surgery at the Mayo Clinic.
Educational Background
Originally from Canada, Dr. Mahabir completed his medical degree and a master’s degree with a focus on postoperative pain control at the University of British Columbia. He then pursued a five-year integrated plastic surgery residency at the University of Calgary, where he honed his expertise in complex reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. To further refine his skills, he completed specialized fellowships in aesthetic surgery, breast surgery, and microsurgery at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, ensuring he provides the highest level of care.
Credentials:
- Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
- Medical degree and master’s degree, University of British Columbia
- Plastic surgery residency, University of Calgary
- Microsurgery fellowship, University of Nevada School of Medicine
- Cosmetic surgery fellowship, University of Nevada School of Medicine
- Former Chief of Plastic Surgery and full Professor at Mayo Clinic, Arizona
- 2017-2018 Plastic Surgery Foundation’s Visiting Professor
Surgical Specialties:
- Facelift and neck lift
- Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery)
- Cosmetic breast surgery (augmentation, lift, reduction)
- Breast reconstruction, including DIEP flap and implant-based reconstruction
- Breast implant removal and revision surgery
- Mommy makeover procedures
- Liposuction and body contouring (tummy tuck, thigh lift, brachioplasty)
Charitable Efforts
Dr. Mahabir is a passionate advocate for breast reconstruction awareness and patient education. As a co-founder of Reblossom, he provides reconstructive breast surgery and resources for underinsured and uninsured women in Southern Arizona and helps breast cancer survivors restore their confidence and sense of self.
His dedication to patient advocacy extends nationally—he played a crucial role in passing the Breast Cancer Patient Education Act in 2015 and championed Arizona’s Breast Implant Illness law, ensuring that women receive comprehensive information to make empowered healthcare decisions.
Support a Future Beyond Breast Cancer
At Reblossom, we believe every woman deserves access to life-changing breast reconstruction, regardless of financial barriers. By supporting our mission, you help provide essential surgical care, education, and resources to uninsured and underinsured women in Southern Arizona. Whether through donations, volunteering, or community partnerships, your involvement makes a direct impact on the lives of breast cancer survivors. Join us today.
