Welcome to the Residents and Fellows Forum

Dear Plastic Surgery Residents,

Welcome to ASPS, to the Resident and Fellows Forum and to exploring the countless opportunities that await YOU within our society.

As your resident representative, I don't see a better way to stimulate change than by getting involved and representing trainee interests nationally and internationally through the ASPS.

All residents from all backgrounds and nationalities are welcome and encouraged to engage and become active in important societal activities such as international exchange, advocacy, education, diversity and inclusion, research, health policy, technology and so on.

I encourage you to join ASPS as a resident or fellow subscriber and get involved by serving on ASPS committees, such as the Residents Council. Make sure to enjoy your membership benefits, including educational materials, access to Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the chance to attend Plastic Surgery The Meeting (PSTM) and network with and learn from the best in the field.

I would encourage all of you to join our ASPS resident family and embrace this valuable opportunity for professional and personal growth.

This is our chance to make a change. Let's do it together!

Lucas M. Harrison, MD
ASPS Residents Council Chair

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Dr. Harrison's Bio

Lucas M. Harrison, MD, is a plastic surgery resident at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He earned his undergraduate degree from Ohio University and his medical degree from Wright State University School of Medicine. Before residency, he completed a dedicated plastic surgery research fellowship at UT Southwestern. His research uses 3D photogrammetry and CT-based morphometrics to study outcomes in pediatric craniofacial surgery. He holds several national leadership roles, including Chair of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Residents Council, Founding President of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association Student Trainee Chapter and Resident Ambassador to the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery editorial board. After residency, Dr. Harrison will pursue fellowship training in craniofacial surgery. Outside the hospital, he enjoys traveling, hiking, rowing and spending time outdoors.