In this episode, we discuss the preoperative evaluation of patients with suspected flexor tendon lacerations, the optimal surgical technique for tendon repair, and the postoperative rehabilitation protocols. In addition, we review the value of performing repairs under WALANT and review options for 2-stage reconstructions.…

Join us as we discuss the role of gluteal perforator flaps for breast reconstruction, pressure sores, and lumbar spinal reconstruction including tips for marking, positioning, and dissection.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, we are joined by Dr. David Brown, current assistant professor in the division of Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Oral Surgery at Duke University.We explore the role of a plastic surgeon in basic science research, running a lab, and leading self while balancing clinical and research responsibilities.…

In this episode of The Resident Review, we’re joined by Dr. Blair Peters, a double-fellowship trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon who specializes in gender-affirming surgery and peripheral nerve surgery at OHSU in Portland, Oregon. We discuss their clinical and academic work in gender-affirming surgery, as both a gender-affirming medical pro…

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, we are joined by Dr. Robert Murphy Jr., past ASPS president (’13-’14) who currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Executive at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA.We dive into the role of the plastic surgeon as a healthcare executive, meaning of horizontal leadership, …

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Marcus, current division chief of Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Oral Surgery at Duke University, and Dr. Ash Patel, former division chief of Plastic Surgery at Albany Medical Center now current professor of surgery at Duke University.We explore the role of emotional intelligence in l…

In the inaugural podcast episode of our leadership segment, we are joined by Dr. Lynn Jeffers, past ASPS president (’19-’20) and now current CMO of St. John’s Regional Medical Center and St. John’s Hospital Camarillo in Los Angeles, CA. We discuss topics including the achievement mindset, agile leadership in times of crisis, and the role of advance…

The paraspinous flap is a workhorse flap used for spine reconstruction, either as prophylactic coverage or in the setting of infections and hardware exposure. Dr. Poore discusses the indications for the flap, dissection steps, and perioperative management for these complex patients.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

Incorporating nonsurgical techniques in a busy practice with Dr. Jennifer Walden by Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MDBy Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

Join us as we discuss the role of the ASPS Legislative Advocacy Committee and PlastyPAC and ways to get involved in advocacy. We also review the current policy issues that we are advocating for on the federal level including scope of practice and physician reimbursement.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

Fumbling through EPIC to find patient information? Heart racing before giving a presentation? Confused about the plan for your patient? If any of these scenarios sound familiar to you, tune in to Drs. Wickenheisser and Naga as they discuss the keys to getting numbers and giving effective presentations.…

Join us as Drs. Naga and Wickenheisser unpack the jarring transition from intern year to PGY2/3 years. They digest the weight of additional responsibilities and increased expectations, and ponder how to best serve patients under uniquely intense circumstances.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

On this episode of The Resident Review Drs Nicholas Oleck and Whitney Lane review the latissimus flap with our guest, Dr. Geoffroy Sisk.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

Join us as we discuss the pre-operative evaluation and surgical approach for preaxial polydactyly, thumb hypoplasia, and syndactyly with Dr. Amber Leis.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

In this episode, we explore the surreal transition from being a student to a full time practicing resident physician. Join us as we discuss our highs, our lows, and everything in between on the wild ride of surgical intern year.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

Join us as we discuss how to prepare for OR cases at the medical student, intern, and senior resident level as well as tips for how to be helpful in a new OR environment.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

In this episode, our guests touch on their personal journeys through medical school. We talk about our recipes for success, our struggles, and what we wish we knew at the time. For anyone looking to hear a thoughtful discussion to help guide you through the process of being a medical student, this is the episode for you.…

Join us as we discuss the different types and options available for disability insurance for residents and fellows. We will cover topics such as gender-neutral pricing, pre-existing conditions, and state specific rules.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

In this episode Dr. Whitney Lane and guest host Dr. Kaitlyn Stevens, PGY3 general surgery resident at Ascension Genesys Hospital in Michigan chat with Dr. Linda Dubay, highly respected breast surgeon, about how to be optimize the relationship between breast surgeons and plastic surgeons.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

On this episode we dive into a discussion of operating room efficiency with our guest Dr. Nicholas Haddock. Dr. Haddock is an associate professor of surgery at UT Southwestern and leader in the field of autologous breast reconstruction and published extensively on efficiency with DIEP flap surgery.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

On this episode of we take an even deeper dive into some of the basics of the anatomy, indications, and complications associated with this flap in order to help frame our discussion with our expert, Dr. Howard Levinson.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover wrist injuries and Anatomy with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover soft tissue infections with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover skin, bone and fat grafts with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover expansion & wound healing with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover lip & cheek reconstruction with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover facial reanimation with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover rheumatoid hand with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover pressure sores with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover practice management with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover orthognathic TMJ with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover microsurgery with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Melanoma and with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover maxillofacial trauma with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Nasal Reconstruction with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Lymphedema and with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Hemangiomas and with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover anesthesia with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Lower Extremity Reconstruction with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover lasers with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Upper Extremity Nerves: Brachial Plexus and with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Upper Extremity Nerves Compression Syndromes and with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover Head and Neck Anatomy and Congenital with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover hand tumours with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover hand tendons with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover hand and finger amputations with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover hand fractures with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover hair restoration with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover genitourinary reconstruction with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD

This is a high yield lecture will cover flaps with facts taken directly from previous inservice examinations.By Rose Trotta MD, Hannah Langdell MD, Rachel Hein MD, Heather Levites MD