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Specialty mourns loss of PSF past President Brian Kinney, MD, 1954-2023
By Jim Leonardo Tuesday, May 9, 2023Plastic surgeons are paying tribute to The PSF past President Brian Kinney, MD, who died May 6 in Los Angeles, at age 69, after a long illness.
'Idolized by his patients and hugely respected by his colleagues:' Remembering David O'Donovan, 1967-2023
By Lynn Damitz, MD Tuesday, March 28, 2023Plastic surgeons around the world are paying tribute to ASPS International Member David O'Donovan, MD, Dublin, Ireland, who passed away March 15. He was 55.
FDA provides update on Breast Implant Associated-Squamous Cell Carcinoma (BIA-SCC)
Wednesday, March 8, 2023On March 8, 2023, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released an update to its September 2022 safety communication about squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and various lymphomas in the capsule around breast implants.
Beware of email scam requesting money transfer for ASPS
Tuesday, March 7, 2023ASPS is warning members to beware of scam emails that appear to be sent on behalf of Society leadership.
Remembering a plastic surgeon and a friend to many
By Irena S. Rini, MD, & Theddeus O.H. Prasetyono, MD, PhD Monday, February 27, 2023When Donna Savitry, MD, former Secretary General of the Indonesian Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (InaPRAS), passed away Feb. 23 at age 54, the specialty lost someone who was loved and revered by many – especially young members of InaPRAS who took inspiration from Dr. Savitry through her leadership roles in our organization over the past eight years.
‘Much more than a surgeon’: Remembering David Genecov, MD, 1963-2022
By Jim Leonardo Monday, November 14, 2022The plastic surgery world was quick to pay tribute to a beloved colleague and friend, David Genecov, MD, Dallas, age 59, who tragically passed away in a motor vehicle accident on Nov. 12.
Vote now on proposed amendments to ASPS/PSF Bylaws, Code of Ethics
Tuesday, November 1, 2022ASPS Active and Life Active members are encouraged to vote on proposed amendments to the ASPS and PSF Bylaws relating to the Society's and Foundation's governance structures and a membership category.
Colleagues pay tribute to Howard Gordon, MD
By Paul Snyder Tuesday, October 25, 2022Plastic surgeons are paying tribute to Howard Gordon, MD, a pioneer in aesthetic surgery who passed away last week at age 95.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society issue joint advisory on threats of violence against plastic surgeons
Friday, October 14, 2022Leadership of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and The Aesthetic Society have been made aware that some members have been subjected to threats of violence by individuals who object to the types of surgical procedures they perform or the research they conduct and present.
ASPS statement on Breast Implant Associated-Squamous Cell Carcinoma (BIA-SCC)
Thursday, September 8, 2022On March 8, 2023, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provided an update to its Sept. 8, 2022 safety communication about squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and various lymphomas in the capsule around breast implants.
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