A Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon specializes in restoring, reshaping, and enhancing the appearance and function of the body. Their expertise covers both cosmetic procedures, such as rhinoplasty and facelifts, and reconstructive surgeries, including post-trauma reconstructions, burn repairs, and breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Utilizing advanced techniques like microsurgery, skin grafting, and tissue expansion, they help patients regain confidence and functionality. Innovations such as 3D printing, fat grafting, and robotic-assisted surgery have significantly improved precision and patient outcomes. Plastic and reconstructive surgeons collaborate with dermatologists, oncologists, and orthopedic specialists to provide comprehensive care. Their work is not just about aesthetics—it plays a vital role in improving the quality of life for individuals affected by birth defects, trauma, or disease. With continuous advancements in technology and surgical techniques, this field remains at the forefront of medical innovation, helping patients restore both form and function with life-changing procedures.
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Jose Luis Braga De Aquino, Pontifical Catholic University, Brazil
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Nagy Habib, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
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Darwin Eton, Vasogenesis Inc, United States
Title : Improving post-operative analgesia regimens after emergency major abdominal surgery
Shifa Bangi, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Title : Utility of near-infrared spectroscopy in monitoring renal perfusion following adult kidney transplantation
Sujeet Rai, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, India
Title : Multidisciplinary management of complex skull base pathologies whats in store for the future
Michael Karsy, University of Michigan, United States