News Room

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons News Room provides statistics on both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, as well as background information on a variety of plastic surgery related topics. In addition, you will find information about the spokespersons network, whose members from across the country can answer your questions.

Recent News

Technology Briefs

ASPS launched the Technology Briefs section to keep journalists apprised of the most current information about new products, procedures and technologies.

• Read new brief about Evolence® (Collagen-based wrinkle filler) (08/25/2008)
  

2007 Procedural Statistics

Since 2003, statistics have been collected through the first online national database for plastic surgery procedures, Tracking Operations and Outcomes for Plastic Surgeons (TOPS). This data, combined with the annual survey sent to more than 17,000 board-certified physicians in specialties most likely to perform plastic surgery, results in the most comprehensive census on plastic surgery procedures.

• View the Procedural Statistics Press Kit

Patients of Courage

The Patients of Courage: Triumph Over Adversity program honors reconstructive plastic surgery patients whose lives were restored through reconstructive plastic surgery and whose charitable actions influence the lives around them.

ASPS Member Surgeons nominated patients who, despite the difficulties of their reconstructive procedures, turned their challenges into opportunities to inspire and help others. These awards are supported by Ethicon, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson company.

• View the Patients of Courage Press Kit
  

Recent Press Releases

Press Kits

Medi-spas

Medi-spas, locations that can offer everything from facials and hair removal to pharmaceutical injections and other medical procedures, are proliferating across the country. Medi-spas may be located in a physician’s office, or in non-traditional locations such as shopping malls, store fronts and beauty salons. View press materials.

Perception of the Injection

In the quest to eradicate the signs of aging, cosmetic plastic surgery patients continue to demand better results with less recovery time. Recent advances in technology aim to meet those demands, giving plastic surgeons and patients many options for facial augmentation. The products mentioned in this press kit represent a partial listing of injectables receiving ongoing attention. View press materials.

View more press kits.