# Plastic Surgery * **Definition:** Surgical procedures performed to enhance or alter physical appearance, encompassing both reconstructive procedures and cosmetic enhancements. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Plastic Surgery ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Plastic Surgery**, for healthcare technology leaders * 5.4K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/25/2025 | [**What Med Students Should Know About Specializing in Plastic Surgery**](https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/what-med-students-should-know-about-specializing-plastic-2025a1000d7m) | [[Medscape]] | | 5/20/2025 | [**Founder of Pfeifer Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Appointed President of The Aesthetic Society**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/founder-pfeifer-aesthetic-plastic-surgery-140000575.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 5/15/2025 | [**Opinion - Trump must take action to save college sports from unvarnished greed**](https://www.aol.com/opinion-trump-must-action-save-113000999.html) | [[AOL]] | | 5/8/2025 | [**Korman Plastic Surgery and Wunderbar MedSpa Join Cosmetic Physician Partners - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/korman-plastic-surgery-and-wunderbar-medspa-join-cosmetic-physician-partners-302449516.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 5/6/2025 | [**Advanced Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Partners with Ascend Aesthetic Partners to Strengthen ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/advanced-aesthetics-plastic-surgery-partners-110000162.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 4/30/2025 | [**Florida Plastic Surgery & Medspa Triumphs in Sarasota Herald-Tribune Community Choice ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/florida-plastic-surgery--medspa-triumphs-in-sarasota-herald-tribune-community-choice-awards-securing-three-wins-and-two-finalist-categories-302443333.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 4/30/2025 | [**Florida Plastic Surgery & Medspa Triumphs in Sarasota Herald-Tribune Community Choice ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/florida-plastic-surgery-medspa-triumphs-210200555.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 4/25/2025 | [**Man Allegedly Stole Millions of Dollars from Elderly Dementia Patient - AOL.com**](https://www.aol.com/man-allegedly-stole-millions-dollars-174320357.html) | [[AOL]] | | 4/19/2025 | [**ZZ Computer Launches Comprehensive IT Support Guide for Beverly Hills Cosmetic Surgery Clinics**](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/zz-computer-launches-comprehensive-it-support-guide-for-beverly-hills-cosmetic-surgery-clinics-1034599339) | [[Business Insider Markets]] | | 3/24/2025 | [**THE AESTHETIC SOCIETY ANNOUNCES DR. TRACY PFEIFER AS NEW PRESIDENT DURING THE AESTHETIC MEET 2025**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-aesthetic-society-announces-dr-tracy-pfeifer-as-new-president-during-the-aesthetic-meet-2025-302408877.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 3/12/2025 | [**The Modern Facelift: Leading Experts at Premier Plastic Surgery Partners Share Insights on Rapid Recovery & Remarkable Results**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-modern-facelift-leading-experts-at-premier-plastic-surgery-partners-share-insights-on-rapid-recovery--remarkable-results-302400385.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 2/24/2025 | [**On the Heels of a Successful 2024, Modern Plastic Surgery Announces Exciting News for 2025**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/on-the-heels-of-a-successful-2024-modern-plastic-surgery-announces-exciting-news-for-2025-302382541.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 2/24/2025 | [**On the Heels of a Successful 2024, Modern Plastic Surgery Announces Exciting News for 2025**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/heels-successful-2024-modern-plastic-133600513.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 2/4/2025 | [**Rivela Plastic Surgery Celebrates 26 Years of Excellence in The Woodlands, Texas**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rivela-plastic-surgery-celebrates-26-021900042.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 1/30/2025 | [**Dallas Plastic Surgeon Dr. Rod J. Rohrich Honored as Texas Monthly SuperDoctor - PRWeb**](https://www.prweb.com/releases/dallas-plastic-surgeon-dr-rod-j-rohrich-honored-as-texas-monthly-superdoctor-302364349.html) | [[PRWeb]] | | 1/29/2025 | [**Gender Reassignment Surgery Market to Grow by USD 374.2 Million (2025-2029), Rise in People Opting for Sex-Change Surgeries Globally Boosts Market, Report on AI Redefining Market Landscape - Technavio**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gender-reassignment-surgery-market-to-grow-by-usd-374-2-million-2025-2029-rise-in-people-opting-for-sex-change-surgeries-globally-boosts-market-report-on-ai-redefining-market-landscape---technavio-302363594.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 1/24/2025 | [**Dr. Eric Halvorson Named President of the North Carolina Society of Plastic Surgeons**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dr-eric-halvorson-named-president-170300855.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 1/14/2025 | [**Atlanta Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Benjamin Stong Receives the 2025 Top Patient Rated Doctor Award from Find Local Doctors**](https://www.prweb.com/releases/atlanta-plastic-and-reconstructive-surgeon-dr-benjamin-stong-receives-the-2025-top-patient-rated-doctor-award-from-find-local-doctors-302350802.html) | [[PRWeb]] | | 12/7/2024 | [**Opinion - Teens Are Getting Botox. I'm Going Full Crone in 2025. - The New York Times**](https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/07/opinion/botox-teens.html) | [[The New York Times]] | | 11/11/2024 | [**Fresh Start Surgical Gifts Hosted 33rd Annual Butterfly Ball in Support of Children in Need**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fresh-start-surgical-gifts-hosted-33rd-annual-butterfly-ball-in-support-of-children-in-need-302301558.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 9/29/2024 | [**The Plastic Surgery Foundation Appoints Alan Matarasso, MD, FACS, as New President**](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/the-plastic-surgery-foundation-appoints-alan-matarasso-md-facs-as-new-president-1033805573) | [[Business Insider Markets]] | | 9/24/2024 | [**Becker Plastic Surgery Celebrates Growth with New Locations in Monroe and Freehold, NJ**](https://www.prweb.com/releases/becker-plastic-surgery-celebrates-growth-with-new-locations-in-monroe-and-freehold-nj-302256728.html) | [[PRWeb]] | | 7/5/2024 | [**The Impact of Plastic Surgery on Mental Health: Boosting Confidence and Self-Esteem**](https://healthcareguys.com/2024/07/05/the-impact-of-plastic-surgery-on-mental-health-boosting-confidence-and-self-esteem/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-impact-of-plastic-surgery-on-mental-health-boosting-confidence-and-self-esteem) | [[The Healthcare Guys]] | | 6/22/2024 | [**Building the future of African plastic surgery: Igniting passion in medical students**](https://www.kevinmd.com/2024/06/building-the-future-of-african-plastic-surgery-igniting-passion-in-medical-students.html) | [[KevinMD]] | | 6/18/2024 | [**H/K/B Forms Strategic Partnership with Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville**](https://www.prweb.com/releases/hkb-forms-strategic-partnership-with-plastic-surgery-center-of-nashville-302175857.html) | [[PRWeb]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Premier Plastic Surgery Partners**: A group of experts highlighting evolving trends in plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine. - **Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa**: Introduced an advanced breast augmentation procedure aimed at improving patient outcomes. - **Key Player**: Plastic Surgery Foundation (PSF), Definition: The philanthropic arm of ASPS, supporting research and education in plastic surgery. - **Dr. George Kamel**: A plastic surgeon specializing in innovative aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, dedicated to patient-centered care. - **Goals Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery**: An Atlanta-based plastic surgery center facing complaints and legal issues regarding service quality and patient safety. - **Dr. Safa Manav**: A European Board-Certified plastic surgeon based in Istanbul, recognized for contributions to aesthetic medicine, specializing in facial, breast, and body contouring procedures. - **Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel**: Facial plastic surgeon emphasizing advancements in facelift techniques for natural-looking results. - **The Aesthetic Society**: A leading authority in aesthetic plastic surgery, responsible for publishing the 2023 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank report. - **Scott Hollenbeck, MD**: New president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, focusing on unifying the specialty and enhancing access to services. - **Tallahassee Plastic Surgery Clinic**: Board-certified plastic surgeons leading the team at Nouvo Med Spa, providing specialized aesthetic procedures. - **Rothaus Plastic Surgery**: A leading practice in Manhattan, known for introducing advanced technologies like Sofwave™ for non-invasive facial rejuvenation. - **Dr. Alan Matarasso**: Elected president of The Plastic Surgery Foundation, focusing on advancing research and collaboration in plastic surgery. - **My Goals Solutions, Inc.**: Involved in a legal dispute that highlights the impact of influencer agreements on plastic surgery practices. - **Dr. Sacha Obaid**: Prominent plastic surgeon at North Texas Plastic Surgery, known for breast augmentation and rhinoplasty, recognized in Newsweek's 'America's Best Plastic Surgeons 2024' list. - **Advanced Institute for Plastic Surgery (AIPS)**: A leading plastic surgery practice in California, known for its holistic approach to beauty and surgical excellence. - **Goldfingers Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery**: The largest aesthetics center in Florida, offering a range of plastic surgery and medspa services. - **Tracy Pfeifer, MD, MS**: New President of The Aesthetic Society focusing on education and public awareness in aesthetic plastic surgery. - **H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery**: A cosmetic surgery group that recently acquired the Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville, expanding its national footprint. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Collaboration with technology companies**: Plastic surgery organizations are increasingly partnering with tech companies to develop innovative surgical tools and patient management systems. - **Academic partnerships**: Many plastic surgery departments collaborate with universities for research and training, enhancing the educational framework for upcoming surgeons. - **Advanced Aesthetics Plastic Surgery**: Partnered with Ascend Aesthetic Partners to improve collaboration and clinical excellence. - **Nouvo Med Spa and Tallahassee Plastic Surgery Clinic**: Collaboration that combines the expertise of board-certified plastic surgeons with aesthetic treatments. - **Maloney Plastic Surgery and Skin Care**: Partnered with Cosmetic Physician Partners to enhance aesthetic and wellness services. - **University of Southern California's Plastic Surgery Division with Dr. Luis Macias and The Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship of Los Angeles**: Hosted Dr. Francisco Gomez Bravo for a live surgical demonstration and lectures on advanced facial rejuvenation techniques. - **Korman Plastic Surgery and Wunderbar MedSpa**: Joined forces with Cosmetic Physician Partners to expand access to aesthetic services. - **United Aesthetics Alliance**: New leadership appointed to expand its community of plastic surgery practices and medical spas. - **H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery and Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville**: Acquisition aimed at enhancing patient care and expanding service offerings. - **The Aesthetic Society and CosmetAssure**: Collaboration to develop the 2023 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank report. - **The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery and United Aesthetics Alliance**: A partnership marking UAA's first investment in Georgia, aimed at enhancing aesthetic services. - **Viper Equity Partners with Ridha Plastic Surgery & Medspa and Princeton Medspa Partners**: A strategic partnership to enhance the aesthetic medicine experience through innovative and premium care. - **POP Recovery Systems and Symplast**: This partnership aims to enhance patient care in the medical aesthetics industry by providing technology-driven support systems for surgical recovery. - **RION and its new advisory board**: Enhancing expertise in various medical fields, including plastic surgery. - **United Aesthetics Alliance (UAA) and The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery**: This partnership aims to enhance infrastructure and corporate support to maintain high standards of care and expand market presence. - **Dr. Lee B. Daniel and Cosmetic Physician Partners**: Partnership aimed at enhancing patient care and operational excellence in aesthetic medicine. - **Alpha Asia Aesthetics**: A collaboration between Dr. Jeanel Goh and Mr. Ivan Lee to provide aesthetic solutions in Singapore. - **Medical Device Manufacturers**: Strategic partnerships are essential for ongoing innovation in facial reconstruction technologies. - **Tampa General Hospital and Medical Microinstruments, Inc.**: Introduced the Symani Surgical System for robotic-assisted lymphatic microsurgery, enhancing patient outcomes for complex surgical procedures. - **LIMITLESS Initiative**: A partnership aimed at empowering women in aesthetics through education and mentorship, involving organizations like ASPS. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Modern Plastic Surgery and Med Spa**: Plans for 2025 include expanding internationally and enhancing luxury aesthetic care experiences. - **Telemedicine**: The integration of telemedicine in plastic surgery for pre-operative consultations and post-operative follow-ups, improving patient access and convenience. - **Ranking**: Brazil's Best Plastic Surgery Clinics 2025, Detail: Highlights over 100 clinics excelling in various procedures, selected based on rigorous criteria ensuring quality and safety. - **Personalized Care**: Practices like GK Plastic Surgery and Goldfingers Aesthetics focus on tailored treatments to meet individual aesthetic goals. - **2023 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank report**: Revealed a 2.9% increase in surgical procedures, indicating ongoing demand for aesthetic plastic surgery. - **Natural reconstruction techniques**: Avraham Plastic Surgery NYC focuses on advanced microsurgery and autologous tissue grafting for cancer survivors. - **Personalized Techniques**: Advancements in personalized body contouring and preservation techniques, such as structural rhinoplasty, are becoming prominent. - **Aesthetic Trends**: Increase in younger patients seeking facelifts and a rise in male cosmetic surgeries, with minimally invasive procedures dominating the market. - **Deep Plane Facelift Technique**: Dr. Luis Macias's advanced surgical technique focuses on natural results and facial harmony. - **N=1 Experience**: A principle in plastic surgery focusing on individualized patient care and outcomes. - **AI Integration**: Artificial intelligence is being integrated into plastic surgery practices to streamline administrative tasks and enhance patient-provider relationships. - **Advanced breast augmentation procedure**: Introduced by Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa to improve patient outcomes and reduce recovery time. - **Advanced Surgical Techniques**: Surgeons like Dr. Stong emphasize minimally invasive techniques and non-surgical treatments for facial rejuvenation. - **Event**: Donath Facial Plastic Surgery's Annual November Fabulous Friday Event, Detail: Features exclusive cosmetic injection offers and expert consultations, promoting non-invasive facial rejuvenation treatments. - **3D Modeling and Virtual Surgical Planning**: Innovative tools that allow for customized treatment plans and accurate facial feature reconstruction. - **Digital Synthetic Cadaver**: A pioneering initiative combining UpSurgeOn's mixed reality simulation with Inovus Medical's digital surgery platform for training in various surgical specialties, including plastic surgery. - **Outpatient Surgery Centers**: Growing in popularity due to advancements in medical technology and patient convenience, integrating digital tools for improved outcomes. - **Growth in Gender Reassignment Surgery Market**: Driven by advancements in medical technology, including minimally invasive techniques and improved perioperative care, alongside increasing societal acceptance. - **Preventative Aesthetic Medicine**: Younger patients are increasingly seeking treatments like Botox and skin tightening as proactive measures. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Patient Expectations**: Rising patient expectations necessitate continuous improvement and innovation in the plastic surgery field. - **Patient Safety and Quality of Care**: The need for high standards in plastic surgery practices to ensure patient safety and satisfaction amidst growing market competition. - **Patient Safety**: Ensuring safety and precision in procedures remains a top priority for plastic surgery practices. - **Stigma Reduction**: Despite diminishing stigma around plastic surgery, misconceptions about its accessibility and purpose persist. - **Regulatory Issues**: The plastic surgery field faces challenges with regulatory compliance regarding new technologies and procedures, impacting innovation. - **Cultural Stigma**: Societal biases regarding male plastic surgery in Africa, highlighting the need for evolving conversations. - **Goals Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery Complaints**: Numerous complaints regarding service quality, including canceled appointments and inadequate refunds, leading to legal scrutiny. - **Shortage of Specialists**: There is a growing demand for plastic surgeries and minimally invasive procedures, but a shortage of specialists exists. - **Ethical Considerations**: Concerns about the ethical implications of cosmetic procedures, including the psychological impact on patients and the commercialization of surgery. - **Healthcare Cybersecurity**: Increased focus on cybersecurity in healthcare, with investigations revealing inadequate security measures for protected health information in plastic surgery practices. - **Regulatory Complexities**: Navigating the regulatory landscape is a challenge for new technologies in plastic surgery. - **Access to services**: Scott Hollenbeck aims to enhance access to plastic surgery services during his term as president of ASPS. - **Safety in Recovery Houses**: Investigations into deaths related to unlicensed recovery houses following plastic surgery. - **Public Perception**: The field faces challenges related to societal beauty standards and the stigma surrounding cosmetic procedures. - **Influencer agreements**: The legal dispute involving My Goals Solutions, Inc. highlights the risks associated with influencer partnerships in the plastic surgery industry. - **Safety and Patient Satisfaction**: The need for stringent safety protocols and comprehensive recovery support systems to ensure patient well-being in cosmetic procedures. - **Limited Access in Africa**: A shortage of plastic surgeons in Africa creates barriers for students and patients seeking care. - **Marijuana Use and Surgery Risks**: A study indicating that marijuana use among plastic surgery patients is linked to elevated nicotine levels, raising concerns about postoperative complications. - **Patient Privacy Concerns**: As the market grows, there are increasing concerns regarding the privacy of patient data in facial reconstruction.