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

'Nicola Lovell, 52, said she fears that had she not paid £15,000 for a private breast removal operation, she "would not be here to tell my story today".'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqlg6vgv469o #BreastRemoval #ReconstructiveSurgery #PlasticSurgery  #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

📢 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

‘Isn’t it your choice to take them out?’: Why breast explant surgery is on the rise | CNN Breast implant removal surgery is on the rise, but what happens when women want their implants out is far less discussed than the decision to go bigger — and comes with its own set of challenges. Four women share their stories.

"...Everyone was getting implants, and it was almost something that people expected you to do,” 
edition.cnn.com/2025/09/14/style/breast-... @cnn.com @doctoryoun.bsky.social  #MedSky #BreastImplants #Explants #CosmeticSurgery #Espras #StrongerTogether

ESPRAS regularly publishes a newsletter and peer-reviewed scientific papers; you can find them here, for free. https://espras.org/publications-newsletters/

#ESPRAS #PlasticSurgery #StrongerTogether #Europe #Newsletter

How to talk to your partner about plastic surgery What happens when you want to change something about yourself and are unsure how to broach the topic with your loved one, partner, friend or significant other? Are they going to be supportive? Will they understand how much this journey means to you and your self-esteem?

"It is so important to have clear and honest communication with your partner when considering plastic surgery," @plasticsurgeryasps.bsky.social
www.plasticsurgery.org/news/articles/how-to-tal... #MedSky #PlasticSurgery #ESPRAS #ASPS

‘Surgery can be physically demanding, especially during longer procedures...' 

surgery.international/exoskeleton-a-welcome-pi... #ESPRAS #SurgeryInternational #Exoskeleton #Surgery #PlasticSurgery #StrongerTogether

Patients no longer demand privacy. An article in @theguardian.com stated, 'Plastic surgeons who once helped patients sneak in via the back door now see them live-posting their recovery on social media.' #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #SurgicalSafety #Surgeons #MedSky

📣 Call for Abstracts!

There’s still time to submit your abstract for the Joint Meeting of #ESPRAS & SPS, 3–5 September 2026 at BernExpo, Bern, Switzerland. - https://f.mtr.cool/tcobgpydrh
#PlasticSurgery #CallForAbstracts #Bern #EuropeanPlasticSurgery

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

'It is crucial to develop an environment that allows both male and female surgeons to show their full abilities.’
surgery.international/barriers-to-female-surge... #MedSky #Surgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

Surgical tourism gone wrong can cost NHS almost £20,000 per patient, study finds.

https://f.mtr.cool/gslxjsnmqz
#MedSky #SurgicalTourism #PlasticSurgery #PlasticSurgeons #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

📣 Call for Abstracts!
There’s still time to submit your abstract for the Joint Meeting of #ESPRAS & SPS, 3–5 September 2026 at BernExpo, Bern, Switzerland. - https://f.mtr.cool/wqpzkskxve
#PlasticSurgery #CallForAbstracts #Bern #EuropeanPlasticSurgery

The Oldenburg-Groningen Advanced Training Program In Reconstructive Microsurgery

The 11th International CadaverFlap Dissection Course - May 20th-22nd, 2026 - https://www.advancedmicrosurgery.org
#Medsky #Espras #StrongerTogether #Microsurgery #AdvancedMicrosurgery #DissectionCourse #PlasticSurgery

Europe Medical Aesthetics Market Size, Share, Trends & Growth Forecast Report,
www.marketdataforecast.com/market-reports/europe-me...
#ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #EuropeanAesthetics #PlasticSurgeryBusiness

Long-term complications of unknown injectables Long-term complications stemming from unknown substances such as hardware store silicone, black market knockoffs or watered-down Botox are becoming an increasingly common problem for patients and the plastic surgeons who treat them.

"If something seems too good to be true, it is."
Long-term complications of unknown injectables, excellent article from @plasticsurgeryasps.bsky.social
www.plasticsurgery.org/news/articles/long-term-... #MedSky #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #Injectables #ASPS

ESPRAS provides an overview of upcoming meetings in plastic surgery in Europe.
https://espras.org/meeting-calendar/
#PlasticSurgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #MedSky #EuropeanCommunity

New blog post!

ESPRAS - Spearheading Connections Across Europe and Beyond

https://f.mtr.cool/ykdwhiznae

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

We hope to see you there.😊

Joint Meeting of ESPRAS & Swiss Plastic Surgery. September 3rd - 5th, 2026 Bern, Switzerland
#MedSky #plasticsurgery #strongertogether #espras #europeansurgery #bernexpo #swissplasticsurgery #reconstructivesurgery #chirurgieplastique #medicalconference 🇨🇭

ESPRAS: Who are we?

The European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery is a consensus group uniting all the European national societies. https://espras.org/about-espras/

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

The Oldenburg-Groningen Advanced Training Program In Reconstructive Microsurgery

The 11th International CadaverFlap Dissection Course - May 20th-22nd, 2026 - https://www.advancedmicrosurgery.org
#Medsky #Espras #StrongerTogether #Microsurgery #AdvancedMicrosurgery #DissectionCourse #PlasticSurgery

Trauma Telemedicine Saves Lives Through Real-Time Consultations The spirit of surgical innovation drives patient care in combat settings, powered by collaboration on a worldwide scale.

Trauma Telemedicine Saves Lives Through Real-Time Consultations - 'Our experience has shown that creative solutions often can be found in settings with limited resources.'
https://f.mtr.cool/omnfqohvxg
#MedSky #TeleMedicine #ReconstructiveSurgery #Surgery #WarWounds #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

AI use in breast cancer screening cuts rate of later diagnosis by 12%, study finds Swedish study of 100,000 women found higher rate of early detection, suggesting potential to support radiologists

'The use of artificial intelligence in breast cancer screening reduces the rate of a cancer diagnosis by 12% in subsequent years...'
https://f.mtr.cool/synfuofvqv via @theguardian.com
#MedSky #BreastCancer #ReconstructiveSurgery #PlasticSurgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

Our latest blog post!

ESPRAS - Spearheading Connections Across Europe and Beyond

https://f.mtr.cool/zwimlfnjck

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

Meeting the Need for Reconstructive Surgery in Palestine (2025-2026)

https://f.mtr.cool/wfnpphcoeg #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #ReconstructiveSurgery #PlasticSurgery #Palestine

The Surgeon’s Blind Spot: A Narrative Review of Psychological Risks and Assessment Strategies in Invasive Aesthetic Surgery Patients Cosmetic surgery aims to enhance appearance and psychological well-being, and its popularity is rapidly increasing. Cosmetic surgery patients are much more likely to report mental health concerns than other surgical groups, yet clinicians often lack understanding of psychological outcomes and assessment strategies. A literature search was performed using PubMed, MEDLINE (Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online), and Google Scholar with the keywords “cosmetic surgery”, “aesthetic surgery”, “self-esteem”, “anxiety”, and “body dysmorphia” to evaluate the psychological effects of invasive cosmetic procedures. Additionally, this review evaluates the use of pre-operative psychological assessments within the United Kingdom cosmetic surgery practices. Most studies showed cosmetic surgery improved body image but had limited or no effect on self-esteem. Depression often persisted or worsened postoperatively. Women undergoing breast augmentation were two to three times more likely to die by suicide than other cosmetic surgery patients. Individuals with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) consistently experienced no improvement or a decline in psychological well-being after surgery. Pre- and post-operative psychological assessment is essential but underused, with over half of the plastic surgeons in the United Kingdom not routinely screening patients. Standardised assessment guidelines are urgently needed to mitigate psychological harm.

Plastic surgery, psychology and mental health.

www.cureus.com/articles/443219-the-surg...

#MedSky #PlasticSurgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #MentalHealth

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

New blog post!

ESPRAS - Spearheading Connections Across Europe and Beyond

https://f.mtr.cool/zwimlfnjck

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

NHS spending up to £19k a time treating people suffering after overseas surgery, research finds Study suggests as many as 53% of ‘medical tourists’ end up with complications such as infections and organ failure

'When things go wrong, the NHS is left to pick up the pieces...'

https://f.mtr.cool/jxhbvpyqtj #BreastSurgery #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #ESPRAS #MedSky #NHS