Identifying US Plastic Surgery Training Programs that Effectively Establish Gender and Ethnically Diverse Faculty
Conclusions:
These findings reveal that female and UIM representation among US PRS faculty remains insufficient; however, some programs have had success through deliberate and intentional implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - May 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Education: Special Topic Source Type: research
Closing the Gap: Training Experiences and Career Outcomes for Underrepresented Minorities in Plastic Surgery
Conclusions:
The historical lack of ethnic diversity that comprise US academic PRS faculty persists. This study reveals that those UIM faculty who are able to obtain faculty appointments are equally successful in achieving scholastic success and traditional career accomplishments as their non-UIM counterparts. As we strive toward increasing representation of UIM physicians in academic plastic surgery, the field will benefit from efforts that promote a pipeline for underrepresented groups who traditionally face barriers to entry. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - May 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Education: Special Topic Source Type: research
Opportunity Costs of Internal Promotions in Plastic Surgery: Are Women Given a Fair Shot?
Conclusions:
Female representation in plastic surgery is rising, but it is not mirrored across appointed positions in academia. We should strive to support advancements that allow selected prestigious positions to more accurately reflect the gender distribution within the plastic surgery community. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - May 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Education: Special Topic Source Type: research
Matching into Plastic Surgery: Insights into the Data
This article serves to examine, review, and summarize data published on both residency application processes. Through the results summarized, applicants should carefully review the objective and subjective factors used in evaluation to strategize how to make themselves as competitive as possible. Specifically, though, early review of the data presented may allow applicants time to focus on what modifiable factors still remain before their respective application seasons. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - May 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Education: Special Topic Source Type: research
A Simplified Abdominal Wall Model to Teach Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
We present a simplified abdominal wall model that is inexpensive and easily reproducible. (Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open)
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open - May 1, 2022 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Education: Ideas and Innovations Source Type: research
