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Whole Again Through Medical Tattooing

In 2017, Linda learned that she had a CDH1 gene mutation. This diagnosis significantly increased her risk of stomach and breast cancer. A year and a half later, she had healed from a bilateral mastectomy and surgery to remove her stomach. But looking at her body in the mirror, she says, was still an odd… Continue reading Whole Again Through Medical Tattooing

Survivors push others to get mammograms, be proactive during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Breast Cancer Awareness Month kicks off this week. Survivors are reaching out to support others who may have put off important screening tests during the pandemic. They are focusing on early detection and early intervention. Read the full article.

Local woman finds healing from the inside out with the help of medical tattooing

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – For many, these COVID-19 times have led to flexibility at work and home to take more time to heal. For some, that means taking back a part of their lives they have struggled with for years. Read the full article…

The Pink In Foundation: Breast cancer survivors find healing in medical tattooing

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – This week with the kick-off of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, local survivors say one simple step can help in healing. Read the full article…

Shannon Housley named as 2020 Health Care Heroes Finalist

“The Cincinnati Business Courier has announced the finalists for our 2020 Health Care Heroes awards. The annual awards honor individuals and organizations that have improved the quality of health care in Greater Cincinnati through their expertise, research and innovation, management skills, entrepreneurial efforts, community work and patient care. The finalists in six categories are: Community Outreach Health… Continue reading Shannon Housley named as 2020 Health Care Heroes Finalist

Restorative ink helps provide finishing touch after bilateral mastectomy

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Jan Middleton was just 39 years old when told she had breast cancer. Now more than a decade later, after successful treatment and multiple surgeries, she took her final step to feeling whole again. Read the full article…

Matt Baker

02:40 06 Dec 22

Absolutely amazing work by Shannon. My wife had paramedical tattooing and it is a work of art. Thank you Shannon fo helping my cancer fighter feel more like her old self. The environment is welcoming and very professional. Highly recommended.

Ellie Wells

02:31 14 Oct 22

Shannon is the definition of an artist!! Her vision comes alive through her services and she is as humble as she is talented! I cannot recommend The Housley Institute enough! Every time I visit, I leave feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and at peace! It truly is one of my happy places! You will not regret booking any service with any of the talented women at The Housley Institute, I wish I could give more than 5 stars! :)

Deborah Sweitzer

18:31 31 Aug 22

I am still in awe of the beauty of the space, the skill of the staff, and the results. As a breast cancer survivor, I wanted to look as normal as possible after reconstruction. My very particular plastic surgeon recommended the Housley Institute for areola tattooing and now I see why. Shannon is an artist as well as a paramedical professional. She spent a lot of time getting the color just right and was great about explaining everything to this tattoo novice. I cannot recommend Housley Institute enough. 10 stars!!!

Amanda B

01:27 05 Aug 22

Received permanent eyeliner. Shannon was meticulous and the procedure was so simple. I chose to use Housley Institute due to personal references and researching available options and Housley Institute had the best reviews by far. I’m addition, the work this business does to help people heal from scars is most admirable.

Happy Halls

11:45 15 Jul 22

While I am over-the-top thrilled with my reconstructed breasts in clothes, I couldn’t help but only see ciabatta-shaped mounds with 3 nasty scars unclothed. Having the nipples tattooed makes me feel whole again. As I step out of the shower daily and glance in the large mirror, I only see me- in my journey to be better than before breast cancer. The scars are still there, but with this beautiful “allusion of protrusion,” I don’t see them anymore. Also important to note is the welcoming environment of Housley along with Shannon’s friendly and knowledgeable demeanor. While I would prefer to never have needed her, she’s been added to my list of unexpected blessings on this journey.

Margie Lewis

15:01 07 Jul 22

Absolutely love my new brows. My brows never fully grew back after years of chemo treatments for Stage IV Breast Cancer. Shannon was the best, very personable and kind. The procedure was painless. My brows look better than they ever have. My husband loves them. ABSOLUTELY recommend Housley Institute. Five stars ⭐️ for sure.

Krista Zeller

00:09 01 Jul 22

I’ve gotten both eyelash enhancement with Nikki and powder brow application with MacKenzie done at Housley Institute. They are so professional and nice. The place is clean and cute inside. They do a great job of explaining every step and making sure you are comfortable throughout the process. A touch up appointment is included. I’ve loved my final results!