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Weight of Tissue Flaps Affects Complication Risk after Breast Reconstruction

5/29/2013 9:00 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Information on Risk Factors May Help Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons Optimize Flap Design and Patient Outcomes, Suggests Study in PRS Global Open
Arlington Heights, Ill. (May 29, 2013) – For women undergoing breast reconstruction after mastectomy, the weight of the tissue flap used affects the risk of an important complication called fat necrosis, reports a study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery—Global...

Study Looks at Sports-Related Facial Fractures in Kids, Reports Plastic and Reco...

5/29/2013 9:00 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Data on Fracture Causes and Patterns May Help to Inform Preventive Measures
Arlington Heights, Ill. (May 29, 2013) – Facial fractures are relatively common, and potentially serious, sports-related injuries among children participating in a wide range of sports, according to a study in the June issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of...

Gene Therapies for Regenerative Surgery Are Getting Closer, Says Review in Plast...

5/29/2013 9:00 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Genetic Techniques Show Promise in Promoting Growth of Skin, Bone and Other Tissues
Arlington Heights, Ill. (May 29, 2013) – Experimental genetic techniques may one day provide plastic and reconstructive surgeons with an invaluable tool—the ability to promote growth of the patient's own tissues for reconstructive surgery. A review of recent progress toward developing effective gene therapies for use in...

ASPS Supports New Legislation to Ensure Women are Aware of All Breast Cancer Tre...

5/14/2013 12:39 PM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Breast Cancer Patient Education Act coincides with Angelina Jolie’s educational New York Times op/ed
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill.—The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) today announced its strong support of the “Breast Cancer Patient Education Act” (S. 931). This bipartisan legislation is being introduced today, coinciding with National Women’s Health Week, in the U.S. House...

Breast Augmentation Patients Report High Satisfaction Rates, Says Study in Plast...

5/1/2013 9:00 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
New Evidence on What Women Can Expect after Breast Augmentation Surgery
Arlington Heights, Ill. (May 1, 2013) – Ninety-eight percent of women undergoing breast augmentation surgery say the results met or exceeded their expectations, according to a prospective outcome study published in the May issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of...

Half of U.S. Plastic Surgeons Market Their Practice Via Social Media

5/1/2013 9:00 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Social Media Engagement Has Risks as Well as Benefits, Reports Survey in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Arlington Heights, Ill. (May 1, 2013) – Half of U.S. plastic surgeons are using Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms in their professional practice, according to a survey in the May issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical...
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ASPS Launches First-of-Its-Kind Customizable Plastic Surgery iPad App

4/10/2013 3:38 PM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Premier plastic surgery society offers practice marketing tool exclusive to ASPS Member Surgeons
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 10, 2013)—In response to the exponential growth of tablet use, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons launched the ASPS Practice Marketing App today which allows ASPS Member Surgeons to create a custom iPad®...

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONS HELPS CONSUMERS AVOID BOGUS ONLINE REVIEWS ...

4/8/2013 11:12 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Partnership Enhances Physician Practices, Patient Satisfaction Based on Patient Feedback
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 8, 2013
Contact: LaSandra Cooper or Marie Grimaldi
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
P: 847-228-9900
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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – As more consumers turn toward online ratings and reviews to help make informed decisions about cosmetic surgery, the American Society of...

Gynecomastia Has Psychological Impact on Adolescent Boys, Reports Plastic and Re...

4/2/2013 11:04 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Effects on Self-Esteem and Social Functioning Support 'Early Intervention and Treatment'
Arlington Heights, Ill. (April 2, 2013) – Persistent breast enlargement (gynecomastia) negatively affects self-esteem and other areas of mental and emotional health in adolescent males, reports the April issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of...

'Sharps' Injuries Have Major Health and Cost Impact for Surgeons

4/2/2013 10:45 AM EST  -   American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Need for Increased Awareness, Reporting and Prevention, Says Review in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Arlington Heights, Ill.--April 2, 2013--Injuries caused by needles and other sharp instruments are a major occupational hazard for surgeons—with high costs related to the risk of contracting serious infectious diseases, according to a special article in the April issue of Plastic and Reconstructive...