Meet Shannon

“Cynthia Shechter was my occupational therapist during the hardest days of recovery after a bilateral mastectomy and lymphadenectomies. When I first met her, I couldn’t lift my arms and struggled with basic tasks. I was also at high risk for lymphedema and deeply worried about it.
Cynthia guided me carefully and intentionally through recovery, always protecting against lymphedema risk. She spoke with my surgeons to fully understand my complex case and treated me as the strong person I was—even before I felt that way again.

Within weeks, I could open doors, lift a purse, and hug my children. Over time, she restored my motion, strength, and independence. That confidence became a critical part of my healing.
I wholeheartedly recommend her to any woman or family facing these challenges. It truly takes a village, and Cynthia was one of the greatest gifts in mine.”

Patient Spotlight: Shannon E.

A Journey of Resilience

Shannon came to ShechterCare® following extensive breast cancer surgery, facing limited mobility and elevated lymphedema risk. Her recovery required both precision and compassion.

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Thoughtful, Coordinated Care

Cynthia collaborated directly with Shannon’s surgical team to create a safe, customized treatment plan. Every step balanced progress with protection, restoring strength while minimizing swelling risk.

Milestones That Matter

Within weeks, Shannon regained essential daily function—lifting, reaching, embracing her family. With continued therapy, she rebuilt mobility, strength, and independence.

A Confident Recommendation

Shannon describes Cynthia as a rare combination of motivator and advocate—someone who knows when to push forward and when to protect the healing process.

Embracing a New Chapter

“Live life. Here’s to new beginnings and the unyielding human spirit.”
Her story reflects the goal of every recovery at ShechterCare®: strength, confidence, and freedom in daily life.

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Brigitte Medina

I have been going to Shechter Care since June 2023 for Axillary Web Syndrome due to a lumpectomy and lymph node dissection the February. My right hand was very swollen as well as my arm and I had very limited range of motion. After going to for just one session with Cynthia I had immediate improvement! My swelling went down significantly after one visit and if it was not for her, my hand, arm and breast would have had little improvement instead of the almost total improvement that I now have.

Cynthia is so knowledgeable about breast cancer and breast cancer treatment. She goes above and beyond for her patients and truly treats them as though they are her family. Her time spent on you is extremely thorough and she goes out of her way to make sure you are getting the best care!

Her office staff is amazing and you feel welcomed the minute you step foot into their comforting office.

I can not say enough about Shechter Care and the quality of care that I have been receiving for the last six months, they truly are one of a kind.

I highly recommend this practice and truly thank them for their superior care and healing my body.

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Cynthia is highly qualify to treat lymphedema. She cares for her patients recuperation. She works hard to help her patients improve their medical condition.
Cynthia did a fenomenal job helping me get better after the removal of my breast implants. After my first session with her, I felt much better.

Mariela Pineda

Truly the best Lymphedema Therapist I have been to. Cynthia is kind and compassionate. She cares about her patients and always willing to help anyway she can. If you are searching for a Breast Cancer and Rehabilitation Center I highly recommend ShecterCare!!! The atmosphere is also very calm and peaceful especially after having gone through a diagnosis like this. Thank you Cynthia for all your care and attention to making me better and all your patients...💕🙏

Gary Kramer

I was fortunate to have been referred to Cynthia Shechter immediately after my breast surgery last October. Cynthia was a blessing for me. She is an expert in her field of PT and at the same time, a wonderful emotional support. She is caring, charismatic, and skilled. I highly recommend her to anyone going through a breast cancer experience. ~JK

Rochel Feld

In the totality of my cancer journey, working with Cynthia is truly the oasis in it all. There is no one who innately can inuit what you need to heal the way Cynthia can. She has brought the level of the quality of my life to a point that I didn't even dare dream for myself. Raise your arms high and live without limits, is not only her mantra ,but her mission. It is all done with so much compassion & kindness. I feel blessed every day that I have come to know of Cynthia and the miraculous work that she does . If you are considering post surgical therapy..run don't walk to pick up the phone and make that appointment (just don't take mine 🙂 ---THANK YOU CYNTHIA! I can honestly never thank you enough for all you have done for me.