To celebrate Patient Safety Awareness Week (March 14-20, 2021), the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) announces a new way for patients to identify a cosmetic surgeon with a particular focus on safety: Cosmetic Surgery Patient Safety (CSPS) certification.
A review of a decade of data highlights infection risks, including nontuberculous mycobacteria, among patients seeking surgery abroad and across state lines.
Autologous Spray-On Skin Cells are expanding what's possible in reconstructive surgery. By reducing donor skin requirements and supporting faster, more natural healing, the technology is helping surgeons improve both functional and aesthetic outcomes while reshaping the approach to burns, traumatic wounds, and complex reconstruction.
Integrated plastic surgery programs filled 99.1% of positions in the 2026 Match, with 230 positions offered and two unfilled.
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An investigation into cosmetic surgery chains has prompted consumer warnings from industry groups representing plastic surgeons and a call for more transparency around physician disciplinary actions in California.
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The company says the advisory structure will guide development of recovery protocols and products as cosmetic surgery volumes continue to grow.
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The AAFPRS 2025 Annual Survey reports a 19 percent increase in facial procedures, with patients favoring earlier, subtle interventions, rising male participation, and increased demand linked to weight loss medications and menopause.
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The collaboration will focus on education, charitable initiatives, and programs aimed at expanding access to breast cancer reconstruction and survivor support.
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Federal health officials say the society’s stance aligns with evidence showing low certainty and unclear risk-benefit for gender-related endocrine and surgical interventions in children and adolescents.
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Plastic surgery society becomes first major U.S. medical association to narrow guidance on pediatric gender care, emphasizing professional judgment and heightened ethical standards.
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The new program is intended to offer practice partners incentives tied to purchases across its bio serums portfolio.
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The move brings Xeomin and Radiesse to China as part of the company’s broader international expansion.
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Available in the EU, UK, and Switzerland, the device is designed for in-office preparation of autologous PRP and Fluid-PRF.
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The FDA has expanded indications for Cutera’s truFlex device to include rehabilitative and therapeutic uses beyond aesthetic treatments.
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The AAFPRS is warning patients about the health dangers of counterfeit neuromodulators following FDA actions against companies selling unauthorized botulinum toxin products.
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Updates across the organization highlight its push to engage a wider professional community and strengthen year-round education.
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The AAFPRS reports a seasonal increase in facial cosmetic procedures during the holidays, citing convenience and gift-giving trends as key drivers.
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A New York State Health Department advisory reports 10 severe illnesses tied to unlicensed botulinum toxin products purchased online.
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