Another excellent application of AI to standardize the complexity of facial nerve palsy assessment. Rather than subjective measures, this AI program can facilitate efficient data processing to minimize human error and decrease burden bit.ly/443FPXY Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Tissue expander infection delays reconstruction and incurs extra cost. Risk factors for infection are presented, and early open drainage can save a substantial number of expanders. bit.ly/4eok9L6 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

PRS EIC is honored to deliver the keynote lecture—Innovations in Surgery: Strategy and Tactics-- at FESSH in Helsinki, a premier gathering of the best hand surgeons in the world.

In a large series of outpatient plastic surgical procedures, the authors showed low complication rates. In the current era of cost containment, outpatient surgery has become the preferred option. bit.ly/4emXz5m Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Seeding ADM with fat cells was shown to retain fat cell characteristics and integration in an animal model. The scaffold characteristics of ADM may open up possibilities for the biointegration of pluripotent cell types. bit.ly/3IdvP7k Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

A national epidemiology study showed that Dupuytren disease is associated with ischemic stroke and MI. These intriguing findings raise awareness of comorbidities associated with Dupuytren disease. bit.ly/469KKti Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

This RCT compared the widely-accepted protocol of leg dangling to early mobilization. Leg dangling was deemed unnecessary, and forgoing it will potentially enhance patient comfort without increasing hospitalization days. bit.ly/4lWOcfX Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

PRS EIC is honored to deliver the adjunct Professor lecture --The Making of an Academic Surgeon--at the University of Indonesia, the premier institute of higher learning, and broadcasted live to an international audience. Beautiful country, magnificently gracious people.

Remote incision access for implant exchange surgery was shown to be advantageous for high-risk patients. Comparative analyses are now the norm in PRS to generate high-level scientific evidence. bit.ly/46uy1RZ Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The intersection of Surgery and Art has been rooted in tradition. The PRS EIC enjoyed presenting surgical education through the lens of Art Masters at the opening session for the Indonesia Plastic Surgery meeting in Medan Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

PRS EIC is honored to present the Bisono oration, "The Art and Science of Evidence-based Medicine" at the Indonesia Plastic Surgery meeting. Our best wishes on your contribution to the welfare of your wonderful people Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

A comparative effectiveness study from one of the major CF centers demonstrated better outcomes for the 2-stage alveolar cleft procedure. Outstanding illustrations and carefully conceived study. Excellent work. bit.ly/4m36nk2 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The application of nerve transfers has enhanced spinal cord patient recovery. The elegant SPIN transfer restores digital extension. Anatomy and surgical creativity at its best. bit.ly/45cVVk1 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Shoulder deformity is common in children with BP conditions. The adoption of US to sequentially track children’s shoulder growth will lower costs and permit more timely interventions to avert problems associated with BP. bit.ly/3UydXqD Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

This study elegantly presents hybrid implant-based reconstruction augmented by fat grafting in the retropectoral plane. The application of various techniques achieved ideal outcomes. A must read. bit.ly/476FYgx Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Innovations in cleft surgery several decades ago have provided the invaluable opportunity to track long-term outcomes in children. These papers are necessary to understand what types of procedure will optimize results for different patients. bit.ly/3JAlrY7 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Privileged to visit PUMC and participate in the research conference. Founded by the Rockefeller Foundation in 1921, it has been ranked the #1 institution in China throughout its history. Wonderful students and faculty who contribute regularly to PRS.

Honored to deliver the keynote speech "Medical Education in the Age of AI" at the 2025 Tsinghua U Medical Education Forum. Transformative meeting to apply education theories to revolutionize the training of physicians and scientists.

The intricate vessel anatomy of the hand was critically assessed via anatomic dissections. Many “free-style” type flaps can be designed to cover all regions of the hand bit.ly/4gdrQEM Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The identification of confluence points—the location where two functional lymphatic channels merge into one—serves to facilitate high-flow end-to-end anastomosis and expedites LVA procedures. A useful technique in these difficult situations. bit.ly/46hpPTh Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery