A large experience with symmastia that was treated elegantly by applying plastic surgery principles. Excellent outcomes can be achieved by following the steps outlined by the authors. @PRSJournal #PlasticSurgery bit.ly/4aQ6qtF

PRS Editor-in-Chief is pleased to deliver the visiting professor lecture, “100 years of making a thumb,” at Nagoya University. So proud to visit with Dr. Yamamoto, the Chair of the prestigious Department of Hand Surgery, who trained with us at Michigan.

PRS Editor-in-Chief delivered a lecture on the application of mental simulation in surgical and research conduct at Kyoto University broadcasted live for the Japanese Plastic Surgery Society. Wonderful to meet the outstanding faculty and critique the trainees’ research projects.

PRS Editor-in-Chief is excited to share his vision at the Japanese Hand Surgery meeting in Nara in translational science by channeling basic research data into clinical application. Implementation science strategy is discussed to disseminate impactful findings to the population.

In a series of patients with VPD, buccal flaps were applied for revision palatoplasty. Careful follow-up showed good outcomes without airway compromise. Level 4 evidence but convincing results. #PlasticSurgery @PRSJournal bit.ly/3xczM6F

PRS Editor-in-Chief presenting the global distinguished professor lecture at Tsinghua University, broadcasted throughout the campus, on facing failures for Tsinghua students and how to build resiliency. For the best students in China, much is given and much is expected.

Refining surgical techniques and sharing experiences make all of us better. This elegant augmentation/mastopexy procedure minimizes skin scarring and enhances projection. Another outstanding contribution to PRS. #PlasticSurgery @PRSJournal bit.ly/4arQpKB

The expanded use of HA fillers was shown to be effective in treating lower eyelid contracture. Understanding preseptal anatomy along with an appreciation of HA properties provides new options in overcoming complications. #PlasticSurgery @PRSJournal bit.ly/3TWa8Lp

In a clinical trial of facial fat transplant, fat grafting augmented with stromal vascular fraction was shown to have greater retention and no adverse events. Translation from animal studies to human application. #PlasticSurgery @PRSJournal bit.ly/3TFevu3

PRS EIC visited Nanjing, China's ancient capital, delivering “the art of questioning” at the historic university hospital. Founded in 1800s by Christian missionaries, it has blossomed into a great modern institution. The piano hall features a piano handmade by a hospital staff.

Understanding anatomy is crucial in plastic surgery, particularly the intricate facial anatomy, which is vital for devising innovative procedures. This study uses US, histology, and cadaver dissections to help further define the temporal fascia structure. bit.ly/3OYLTKK

PRS Editor-in-Chief is honored to receive the Tisheng Zhang Award, cosponsored by the Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital and AAPS for the best paper presented at AAPS. He delivered the keynote lecture “The Art of War in Surgery,” based on the classic 2500-year-old Chinese treaties.

What a wonderful privilege to moderate an AI joint symposium between U of Michigan and Chang Gung Hospital on learning systems (Dr Friedman), natural language processing (Dr Vydiswaran) and regenerative AI (Dr Kuo). Novel applications to enhance clinical care and decision-making.

The growing interest in using air for breast tissue expansion was shown to be safe, resulting in lower rates of flap necrosis and fewer expansion visits. It is certainly worth considering as an alternative to saline expansion. #PlasticSurgery @PRSJournal bit.ly/3SQVjsJ

The application of 3D planning for bone and soft tissue augmentation in facial atrophy enables precise framework structuring. Scientific measurements complementing technical artistry highlight the elegance of plastic surgery in restoring facial symmetry. bit.ly/3wvSx4O

The effect of TXA has been studied extensively in plastic surgery. This is another excellent contribution of TXA in aesthetic surgery using a clinical trial design. PRS promotes scientific inquiries in aesthetic surgery through rigorous study designs. bit.ly/49Lxg5t

Thyroid cartilage reduction was achieved through an intraoral approach which is the standard way to access the mandible. The thyroid cartilage can be shaved without a neck incision. Clever technique with an inconspicuous scar. @PRSJournal #PlasticSurgery bit.ly/3vYOVI0

Use of fat grafting to mask breast implant contour achieved better aesthetic outcomes in Asian women, who often have tight skin envelop and constricted lower poles. Who says high level scientific studies cannot be done in cosmetic surgery? Impressive work. bit.ly/3Hzk4V4