New York City influencer Miranda McKeon is sharing a candid look at her journey with breast implants following a life-changing cancer diagnosis.
McKeon, now 22, was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in 2021 at just 19 years old. Her treatment included chemotherapy, a double mastectomy, and fertility preservation measures such as egg freezing and medically induced menopause.
In a TikTok video posted on February 28 titled “Let’s girl chat about what I got done to my boobs,” McKeon addressed questions she frequently receives about her chest.
“I wanna talk about my chest for a second, because I get a lot of questions,” she said. She clarified that while she has implants, what she underwent should not be confused with a cosmetic boob job.
McKeon shared before-and-after images of her chest, explaining that after chemotherapy, she faced a choice between a lumpectomy or a double mastectomy. She ultimately chose a double mastectomy with Dr. Anne Peled, a surgeon specializing in sensation-preserving procedures.
“My priority was removing the cancer,” McKeon said. “But I also wanted to love my chest after basically having my breast amputated in some regard.” She noted that her surgery preserved partial sensation and allowed her to feel comfortable in her body again, an outcome she described as a privilege that wasn’t always available to women in the past.
In a statement to PEOPLE, McKeon emphasized the distinction between her procedure and a cosmetic breast augmentation. “I always try to be honest that a mastectomy isn’t the same as a boob job — it’s a very real cancer surgery,” she said. “Talking with Dr. Peled was about helping people understand that breast cancer surgery has evolved, and that women deserve to know their options.”
McKeon uses her platform not only for lifestyle and influencer content but also as a tool for breast cancer advocacy. She encourages her followers to be proactive about their health and to understand that one-size-fits-all solutions do not exist.
“The best thing that you can do for your health is stay on top of it, from a medical standpoint,” she told PEOPLE. “That involves fitness, exercise, eating food, and self-screening. My best advice would just be getting quiet and trying to figure out your own personal priorities.”
By sharing her story, McKeon aims to demystify breast cancer treatment and highlight the progress in surgical options available to women today.
