SAVE THE DATE! The 6th World Consensus Conference on BIA-ALCL will be held April 11-12, 2025, and will feature leading experts in breast surgery and implant safety discussing the latest research on breast implant-associated cancers.

The FDA plays a major role in deciding which medical devices are safe, but who ensures that patient voices are heard in those decisions? BISA’s own Maria Gmitro has been appointed as a Consumer Representative for the FDA, bringing real-world patient perspectives to the table. Read on to find out why this is a major win for patient advocacy!

Recognized on February 13th, Breast Implant Illness (BII) Awareness Day serves as a critical moment to highlight the struggles faced by individuals experiencing health complications related to breast implants.

Every woman is at risk for breast cancer. You never know when you or someone you love will be faced with decisions about breast implants. We want to keep you safe, healthy and informed with information you can trust. KNOWLEDGE IS BEAUTIFUL

Are breast implants as safe as we think, and why do we still question the safety? Members of the Breast Implant Safety Alliance (BISA) reviewed a new article examining the reputation of the FDA concerning the safety of breast implants.

BISA’s president Maria Gmitro and BISA’s advisor data advocate Madris Kinard of Device Events were both quoted in MedTech Dive, citing the optimism regarding Dr. Michelle Tarver’s appointment as the new Director of CDRH at FDA.

BISA wants to keep women healthy, safe, and informed. Here are 5 important things all women should know about breast implants.