Listen to our first podcast - live on our website! 🎧

ESPRAS Secretary General, Prof. Dr Cenk Demirdöver discusses the realities of medical tourism.

🔗 Listen here 👉🏼 https://espras.org/blog/ 

#medicaltourism #surgicaltourism #plasticsurgery #ESPRAS #strongertogether #medsky

Excellent advice from The British Association of Hair Restoration Surgery.👏🏼
www.bahrs.co.uk/patient-advice/hair-tran...
@bahrsuk.bsky.social #MedSKy #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #CosmeticSurgery #HairTransplantSurgery

With thousands of members across Europe,
ESPRAS helps shape the future of plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery through shared expertise and collaboration.

Explore more 👉 https://espras.org/about-espras/   #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery

Did you know ESPRAS represents all plastic surgery societies across Europe?

As a leading organisation, it brings together experts to improve standards and patient care across the field.
Learn more 👉 https://espras.org/about-espras/ #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery

Collaboration is key.

ESPRAS connects national societies and international organisations to share knowledge and advance best practice across Europe.

Find out how 👉 https://espras.org/about-espras/

Founded in 1967, ESPRAS has spent decades supporting education, research, and innovation in plastic surgery across Europe.

Discover our story 👉 https://espras.org/about-espras/ #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery

Our first podcast is now live on our website! 🎧

ESPRAS Secretary General, Prof. Dr Cenk Demirdöver discusses the realities of medical tourism.

🔗 Listen here 👉🏼 https://espras.org/blog/ 

#medicaltourism #surgicaltourism #plasticsurgery #ESPRAS #strongertogether #medsky

'We’ve been displaced by technology in healthcare, and we are forgetting about the human patient in front of us.’

That was the stark warning from Dr Rafael J Grossmann - surgery.international/rescuing-humanity-in-hea... #ESPRAS #strongertogether #surgery #surgeryinternational #MedSky

How plastic surgeons treat basketball facial and hand injuries.
Via @plasticsurgeryasps.bsky.social 🏀

www.plasticsurgery.org/news/articles/hard-fouls...  #ESPRAS #ASPS #NCAA #sportsinjuries #plasticsurgery

Use the ESPRAS search tool to locate a plastic surgeon in your country, via the relevant national society.

https://espras.org/find-a-plastic-surgeon/

#plasticsurgery #ESPRAS #strongertogether #aestheticsurgery #patientsafety #patientfirst

Better together: by fostering education, innovation, and co-operation, we help shape the future of plastic surgery - supporting surgeons at every stage of their careers. 🔗 https://espras.org
#ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #FutureOfSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Easter from the European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.

May this season of renewal inspire continued innovation, compassion, and excellence in our shared mission.
#ESPRAS #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #AestheticSurgery #MedSky

Collaboration fuels progress. By connecting national societies, we create a stronger, unified voice for ethical, high-quality plastic surgery in Europe.
🔗 https://espras.org
#ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #EthicsInMedicine #EUHealth

From training to research to humanitarian work, we support surgeons and strengthen care across borders - because progress in surgery is a shared effort.
🔗 https://espras.org
#ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #GlobalHealth #SurgicalCare

A European network of expertise: sharing knowledge, driving innovation, and building consensus to improve outcomes for patients everywhere.
🔗 https://espras.org
#ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #SurgicalInnovation #PatientSafety

The best advice, thank you for sharing this.

Advancing excellence in plastic, reconstructive & aesthetic surgery across Europe through education, research, and collaboration. Together, we raise standards for patient care in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
🔗 https://espras.org
#ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #PatientSafety

A facelift at 28? Why young people are turning to plastic surgery.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czxwvr57424o #MedSky #PlasticSurgery #Surgery #BBCNews #PlasticSurgeons #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

“Plastic surgery has one of its roots in reconstruction after war injuries.” – Professor Riccardo Giunta.
espras.org/the-importance-of-the-eu... #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #MedSky #CombatInjuries #StrongerTogether #ESPRAS

Government turns to TikTokers to advise on cosmetic surgery abroad There is growing concern over Britons seeking overseas treatments such as hair implants and dental work.

'Medical content creators will urge viewers to talk to a UK doctor first, take out specialist travel insurance and avoid package holidays that include procedures.'
https://f.mtr.cool/lckpimntcr #MedSky #PlasticSurgery #TikTok #PlasticSurgeryTourism #SurgeryTourismRisks

Scar-free eye lifts: The rise of subtle eye rejuvenation.
www.plasticsurgery.org/news/articles/scar-free-... #MedSky #ScarFree #ESPRAS #PlasticSurgery #ASPS Thank you to @plasticsurgeryasps.bsky.social

📢 The abstract submission deadline for the Joint Meeting of ESPRAS and SPS has been extended.

 🗓 New deadline: 31st March 2026, 23h59

Submission- espras2026.meister-concept.ch/accounts/login/

 #Espras #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgeons #BernExpo #CallForAbstracts #MedSky

ESPRAS Blog - Spearheading Connections Across Europe and Beyond

https://f.mtr.cool/zwimlfnjck

#ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #BetterTogether #MedSky #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #PlasticSurgeons

Exploring the Use of Robotics in Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery: A Comprehensive Perspective Rapid advancements have revolutionized robot-assisted surgery (RAS) in the healthcare field, owing to substantial investments in the technology. The development of RAS progressed alongside advancements in microscopes and instruments, enabling microsurgeons to perform supermicrosurgical procedures in a more precise and efficient manner. This paper critically appraises the contemporary literature on RAS, exploring the risks and benefits of integrating and investing in emerging robotic technologies within plastic and reconstructive surgery, along with its limitations and challenges. This narrative review includes systematic reviews, case series, and prospective and retrospective reviews retrieved from PubMed published within the last 10 years, written in English, and conducted in live human subjects. Studies addressed applications of RAS in microsurgery, head and neck reconstruction, breast reconstruction, lymphovenous anastomosis, and aesthetic procedures. The review emphasized clinical outcomes, ergonomic impacts, patient satisfaction, safety, complication rates, and technological innovations. The current literature suggests that RAS is comparable, if not superior, to conventional techniques with respect to safety and effectiveness in specific reconstructive procedures. Reported benefits encompass shorter hospital stays, fewer complications, improved cosmetic outcomes, and enhanced surgeon dexterity. However, challenges persist, such as steep learning curves, high acquisition and maintenance costs, and a lack of tactile feedback, although these limitations are slowly being overcome through continued research and technological innovations. RAS is revolutionizing plastic and reconstructive surgery by enhancing surgical precision, ergonomics, and patient recovery. However, widespread adoption is constrained by substantial costs and the pace of technological evolution. Evidence has shown how it has become an essential component of modern surgical practice. Future research should prioritize high-quality comparative trials, cost-effectiveness analyses, and training programs to facilitate broader clinical integration.

Exploring the Use of Robotics in Reconstructive and Plastic Surgery: A Comprehensive Perspective

www.cureus.com/articles/425443-explorin... #MedSky #ESPRAS #ReconstructiveSurgery #PlasticSurgery

This is why we moved to #BlueSky
'ESPRAS is a neutral society, committed to connections, collaboration and knowledge-sharing.'

Read more here - espras.org/the-sky-is-the-limit-why...
#MedSky #PlasticSurgery #Surgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

'How did Harold Gillies transform plastic surgery? An interview with the actor Daniel Gillies and his father Doctor John Gillies, on their ancestor’s complicated legacy.' 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0lls1v1 #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #HaroldGillies #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery

We couldn’t agree more. Great article!

📢 The abstract submission deadline for the Joint Meeting of ESPRAS and SPS has been extended.

 🗓 New deadline: 31st March 2026, 23h59

Submission- espras2026.meister-concept.ch/accounts/login/

 #Espras #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgeons #BernExpo #CallForAbstracts #MedSky

ESPRAS aims to promote best practices in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery across Europe by supporting education, training and research as well as humanitarian activities.
https://espras.org #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #MedSky

Whether you're a plastic surgeon, researcher, or simply interested in the latest advancements in plastic and reconstructive surgery, there's something for everyone ➡️ https://espras.org
#PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #JoinUs #MedSky