Employment as a Plastic Surgeon

Davis, Matthew J.; Luu, Bryan C.; Cole, Samuel H.; Abu‐Ghname, Amjed; Winocour, Sebastian; Reece, Edward M.

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“…[8][9][10][11][12]17 Type of pedicle was not implicated as a significant predictor of changes in operative time, indicating that this trend is similar with both inferior and superior pedicles during reduction mammaplasty. In context of increasing demand for reconstructive procedures, 18 reductions in operative time are favorable for optimizing workflow for surgeons and their teams.…”

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Use of Absorbable Dermal Staples in Bilateral Breast Reduction Surgery

Kim,

Wright,

Ascherman

2024

Ann Plast Surg

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Background Use of the absorbable deep dermal stapler in wound closure has become more common in plastic surgery because of its possible reduction in operative times and subsequent decrease in operative room costs. In this study, we examine the effects of this stapler on operative times and postoperative complications in bilateral reduction mammaplasties. Methods A retrospective, observational cohort study was conducted via electronic chart review on patients who underwent bilateral reduction mammaplasties. Patients were stratified by wound closure method. One group was closed with sutures only, and in the other group, deep dermal staples were used during closure of the inframammary fold incision. Incidences of patient comorbidities and postoperative complications were compared. In addition, a financial cost analysis was performed. Results The final patient cohort included 62 patients. Operative time was reduced by an average of 21.8 minutes when using deep dermal staples during closure, compared with when closing solely with sutures (P = 0.032). When controlling for mass of breast tissue removed and type of pedicle, deep dermal staple closure still predicted a reduction of 26.5 (SE, 9.9) minutes in operative time (P = 0.010). Postoperative complications were not affected by wound closure method (odds ratio, 4.36; 95% confidence interval, 0.91–31.7, P = 0.087). Though not statistically significant, financial charge was decreased with usage of deep dermal staples (P = 0.34). Conclusions Use of absorbable deep dermal staples produces a significant decrease in operative time for reduction mammaplasties with no increase in postoperative complication rates.

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Use of Absorbable Dermal Staples in Bilateral Breast Reduction Surgery

Kim,

Wright,

Ascherman

2024

Ann Plast Surg

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“…Ideally, these negotiations should take place before the start of the first academic position with a deliberation timeline that does not rush careful consideration by the early career plastic surgeon. Unfortunately, plastic surgery residency programs provide limited education in business acumen, 18 but investigation of published literature 6,19 with assistance from a contract lawyer can provide the inexperienced early career surgeon with initial knowledge. Negotiations extend well beyond the initial academic appointment contract as will be discussed below.…”

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“…5 There is the allure of private practice with hopes of greater compensation and more practice control. 6 To help the young academic surgeon face these challenges, many authors have published on tips for success in academic surgical practice 3,[6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13] ; however, there is no primer on an academic career for the junior academic plastic surgeon.…”

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A Primer for Success as an Early Career Academic Plastic Surgeon

Lin

Barker

Khansa

et al. 2022

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open

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Background: The early career academic plastic surgeon strives to be an expert surgeon, an innovative researcher, and an impactful educator. Navigating these challenges is difficult in a healthcare landscape with diminishing public research funding, increasing demand from institutions for clinical productivity, and decreased value of surgical education. To help the junior academic plastic surgeon, this article discusses the fundamental aspects of developing an early academic plastic surgery practice, rooted in clinical care, research, and education. Methods: Using published literature, expert opinion, and faculty interviews, the authors prepared this primer for education and guidance of plastic surgery residents considering a career in academic plastic surgery and early career academic plastic surgeons. Results: This primer highlights elements important to succeeding as a junior academic plastic surgeon including defining goals and priorities, institutional and financial support, mentorship, education of students and residents, developing a practice niche, promotion and tenure, and social support and burnout. Conclusion: The early career academic plastic surgeon can create an environment for academic success with appropriate institutional support, mentorship, personal, and social support, to progress toward promotion while minimizing burnout and professional exhaustion.

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A Work in Progress: Women's Status in the Plastic Surgery Workforce and Recommendations for Success

Benyamein,

Sheahan,

Becker

et al. 2024

Aesthetic Surgery Journal

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Background Only 20% of the current plastic surgery workforce is female, but since 2022, most matched applicants in integrated plastic surgery programs have been women. This study aimed to examine current practice models among female plastic surgeons, including those outside of academia, as the field continues to evolve. Objectives This study surveyed female plastic surgeons in different practice models to elicit perspectives, career path advice, characterize/project trends, and provide recommendations for success. Methods A 37-question survey focusing on demographics, practice models, career paths, desire for practice changes and advice for women trainees was emailed to 1342 members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society. Chi square analyses compared practice type characteristics (academia, employed roles, private practice), at a significance level of 0.05. Results Response rate was 53%. Most respondents were age 35-45, in solo practice, trained via traditional pathways, without fellowships, and lacked female mentors. Private practice surgeons were very satisfied in their career, employed surgeons were moderately satisfied and academic surgeons were mildly satisfied. Academic surgeons reported a higher number of working hours (>60) and cases per month (20-30) than employed or private practice surgeons. Recommendations for success included seeking female mentorship, enhancing business skills and building a social media platform during training. Conclusions Results highlight the importance of female mentorship, acquiring business skills, and indicate private practice leads to greater career satisfaction. Training programs should consider accounting for these factors to better promote women’s success and improve equity in academic practice.

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Employment as a Plastic Surgeon

Cited by 5 publications

References 65 publications

Use of Absorbable Dermal Staples in Bilateral Breast Reduction Surgery

Use of Absorbable Dermal Staples in Bilateral Breast Reduction Surgery

A Primer for Success as an Early Career Academic Plastic Surgeon

A Work in Progress: Women's Status in the Plastic Surgery Workforce and Recommendations for Success

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