Dr Morris Ritz

Dr Morris Ritz was awarded the Synthes Prize for best publication from the Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa as well as the Phyllis Knocker/Bradlow Award from The Colleges of Medicine of South Africa for the most distinguished graduate in academic excellence. Since then, he continues to be published and has presented extensively in Australia and overseas.

Established in 1997 in Victoria, Australia, the Melbourne Institute of Plastic Surgery can be described as a modern facility that mixes plastic surgery with ancillary disciplines in an attempt to increase service to our patients. It often is the dedication of these plastic surgeons, cosmetic surgery-trained nursing staff and support staff who are responsible for the surgery's success. Their commitment to providing excellent care to patients has rendered fantastic results.
One such member of the Plastic Surgeon team is Dr Morris Ritz.  Morris has a special interest in breast reconstruction, aesthetic surgery, microsurgery, hand surgery, and skin cancer surgery. 2  of his particular fields of expertise are Breast Reconstruction and Hand Surgery which incorporates Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction is most typical amongst women that have suffered the loss of a breast because of cancer. Alternatively, it is perhaps high risk candidates who would like to take action against any future loss from breast cancer. The procedure involves the creation of a new breast which is comparable to the natural breast which can then be used as a replacement. Breast reconstruction can be performed immediately after mastectomy or as a separate surgery. Breast reconstruction is a two-step procedure. Step 1 is to utilize tissue from the patients own breast to reconstruct a breast mound in the correct shape and size. Alternatively, a prostheses filled with silicone or saline is able to be used. Once the breast mound is created, the nipple-areolar complex is made, using local flaps of skin and medical tattooing to create the desired color. After a successful breast reconstruction, it is often necessary to lift or reduce the other breast to ensure an identical pair. Patients are typically satisfied with the final result of the surgery.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition resulting from pressure being placed on the main nerve to your hand. Repetitive movement of the wrist may cause this condition, which can be characterised by tingling or loss of sensation in the fingers, pain in the hand or wrist, and weak hand muscles. Initial treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome may include avoiding activities that need wrist movement, taking pain relievers, using cool icepacks to ease any swelling, and wrapping the wrist in a splint in order to keep it immobile. However, if the symptoms persist for more than six months, surgery could be the most effective option for relieving pressure off the nerve. Surgery for carpal tunnel syndromeis regarded as minor surgery and will be treated as a day procedure. This surgery is going to be performed under local anesthetic or general anesthetic if required. This surgery will involve severing the band of tissue round the wrist that will result in the nerve pressure being relieved.