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The European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery - connecting European Surgery 🤝 Umbrella organisation of all national societies with 7K+ members 👩‍⚕️ Nurturing connections and sharing knowledge #StrongerTogether in Europe 🌍

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · Jun 26

Beyond the Cut: The Realities of Medical Tourism - the latest blog from #ESPRAS
https://espras.org/beyond-the-cut-the-realities-of-medical-tourism/ #StrongerTogether #MedicalTourism #SurgicalTourism
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Beyond the Cut: The Realities of Medical Tourism - The European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

In 2023, approximately 1.8 million people travelled to Türkiye (the official spelling of ‘Turkey’) as health tourists, an increase of over 157% on 2019.1 This boom in medical tourism, particularly to Türkiye, is visible across mainstream and social media: a quick search for ‘Turkey teeth’ yields images of smiling celebrities with perfectly white teeth, alongside […]

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 52m

Not long to go now - 5th International Course on Perforator Flaps - November 17th – 18th, 2025, in Cluj-Napoca, Romania,
https://perforatorflaps.medevents.ro #ReconstructiveMicrosurgery #PlasticSurgery #PerforatorFlaps #PlasticSurgeons

Perforator Flaps Course | 5th International Course Cluj-Napoca

Registration Dear Colleagues, It is our pleasure to invite you to the 5th International Course on Perforator Flaps, which will be held in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, between 17-18 of October 2025, at The Simulation and Practical Skills Center of Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy. COURSE...

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 4h

This ESPRAS blog explores how a strong, interconnected European plastic surgery community is essential to treating war‑related injuries.
https://f.mtr.cool/gmxgiwvekz
#PlasticSurgery #WarIinjuries #SurgeryCommunity #MedSky #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

The importance of the European surgical community in the treatment of war injuries - The European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

“Plastic surgery has one of its roots in reconstruction after war injuries.” – Professor Riccardo Giunta. With social media often equating plastic surgery with aesthetics, the public is often misled or misinformed about its roots and intentions. In reality, reconstructive plastic surgery was born from the need to reconstruct trauma injuries in World War One. […]

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 21h

“Inflation has made our prices very attractive for patients across Europe,”
Read the ESPRAS blog here - https://espras.org/beyond-the-cut-the-realities-of-medical-tourism/ #MedicalTourism #AestheticSurgery #PlasticSurgery #Blog #MedSky #Surgery

Beyond the Cut: The Realities of Medical Tourism - The European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 1d

'The Hollywood star turns 51 in January but could still pass as a man in his mid-forties rather than one hurtling towards middle age.' https://tinyurl.com/mr2cactm
#PlasticSurgery #BradleyCooper #MedSky #Surgery #Facelift #Blephoraplasty

Why does Bradley Cooper look SO different? We asked a plastic surgeon

The Hollywood star turns 51 in January but could still pass as a man in his mid-forties rather than one hurtling towards middle age.

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 3d

Whether you're a plastic surgeon, researcher, or simply interested in the latest advancements in plastic and reconstructive surgery, there's something for everyone ➡️ https://espras.org
#PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #JoinUs #MedSky #Surgery

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 5d

Happy Halloween to you all! 🎃

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 7d

Cosmetic tourism isn’t just a holiday - it’s a medical decision.
Your safety deserves more than a bargain. 💉🌍
#SafeAesthetics #PatientSafety #CosmeticSurgeryAbroad #MedicalTourism #InformedBeauty #ESPRAS #MedSky

My 'mummy makeover' surgery in Turkey didn't go to plan

Journalist Aoife Moore meets Lauren, who travelled to Turkey for cosmetic surgery.

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 7d

Save this date to your professional diaries - 3rd-5th September, 2026,

Joint Meeting ESPRAS & Swiss Plastic Surgery 2026
https://espras2026.meister-concept.ch

#MedSky #PlasticSurgery #Espras #EuropeanSurgery #StrongerTogether #ChirurgiePlastique #PlasticSurgeons #Congress2026

Joint Meeting ESPRAS & Swiss Plastic Surgery 2026 | Joint Meeting ESPRAS & Swiss Plastic Surgery 2026

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 8d

Very interesting, thank you for sharing.

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STITCHES Medicine - the Best of Medical Research @medicine.stitches.today · 15d

Proactive blood pressure management during noncardiac surgery fails to reduce postoperative functional disability compared to standard care.

by Kant M, van Klei WA (...) Veelo DP et 5 al. in JAMA #MedSky

👉 get more here

📖 read the article: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2840159

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 9d

BAHRS President, Greg Williams, interviews Harry Wallop, on cheap hair transplant surgery abroad - https://f.mtr.cool/htzkpfevip @harrywallop.co.uk
@ishrs.bsky.social #BAHRS #FightTheFight #WhoMakesTheCut #Surgery #MedSky #PatientSafety

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 10d

Mentorships = Priceless 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽

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The Royal College of Surgeons of England @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social · 10d

Behind every confident surgeon is someone who said, “you’ve got this.”

To all the mentors who guide, support and inspire—thank you 🌟

Ready to make your mark? Become a mentor today: https://ow.ly/LgbK50XcLje.

#NationalMentoringDay

A man and a woman sit on a blue background, looking off camera. The text above reads: 'Mentor today, transform tomorrow'

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 12d

Well said! 💪🏼

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Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada @royalcollege.bsky.social · 13d

Medicine can encourage physicians to be desensitized. To combat this, gratitude is part of geriatrician Dr. Sharon Straus’ wellness toolkit in her practice – and it prompts amazing learning opportunities. Full video: youtu.be/qOWNckT7sSA @unityhealthto.bsky.social‬

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 12d

Exactly. Well said. 👏🏼

Nick Masri MD @drnickmasrihighbmi.bsky.social · 14d

Cheap Plastic Surgery isn't what you think it is...

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 12d

Wonderful. We love this. 🙌🏼

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 13d

Starting today, NAAM6 (6th Norwegian-American Aesthetic Meeting) in Oslo, best wishes to all our members and colleagues who are attending. #Naam6 #PlasticSurgery #AestheticSurgery #Oslo #Norway
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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 14d

Our President, Mr Mark Henley with Consultant plastic surgeon, Shanks Sankar, at #baaps2025

#plasticsurgery #plasticsurgeons #surgicalcommunity #reconstructivesurgery #strongertogether #ESPRAS

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 15d

Reconstructive surgery is a big part of our discipline and we're always looking to the future.
https://www.curetoday.com/view/3d-printing-may-shape-the-future-of-breast-reconstruction
@curetoday.bsky.social #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #BreastReconstruction #ReconstructiveSurgery #PlasticSurgery

3D Printing May Shape the Future of Breast Reconstruction | CURE

Dr. Evan Garfein explains how 3D printing and tissue-engineered implants could make breast reconstruction safer and less taxing on the body.

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 16d

The European Congress for Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery - Joint Meeting ESPRAS & Swiss Plastic Surgery 2026
UNITED IN THE HEART OF EUROPE
https://espras2026.meister-concept.ch #ESPRAS2026 #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery #ReconstructiveSurgery #AestheticSurgery

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 17d

"Since my surgery, I've changed my life. I'm healthier, I drink a lot less, I look after my skin, I sleep.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czxwvr57424o #MedSky #PlasticSurgery #Surgery #BBCNews #PlasticSurgeons #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether

A facelift at 28? Why young people are turning to cosmetic surgery

Gone are the days when facelifts were for the ageing wealthy. Now younger people are going under the knife.

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 19d

'HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh and Professor Iain Whitaker OBE are back at Panzi Hospital to advance work on the SPARC project...'
https://panzifoundation.org/panzi-hospital/
#PanziFoundation #SparcProject #DRC #ESPRAS StrongerTogether #PlasticSurgery

Panzi Hospital: Excellence in Medical Care in DRC

Over 20 years, Panzi Hospital has earned a global reputation as the preeminent treatment center for survivors of sexual violence in conflict.

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ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 22d

Every member of a European national society in Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery in Europe automatically becomes a member of ESPRAS. https://espras.org/about-espras/ #PlasticSurgery #PlasticSurgeons #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #MedSky #Surgery

ESPRAS @espraseurope.bsky.social · 23d

"Online, everyone always comments on how good my jaw and chin looks and how masculine it makes you feel."
https://www.gq.com/story/how-podcasts-and-plastic-surgery-are-shaping-male-beauty-standards
#MedSky #Surgery #PlasticSurgery #ESPRAS #StrongerTogether #SocialMedia #Podcasts

How Podcasts (and Plastic Surgery) Are Shaping Male Beauty Standards

What comes after supplements, testosterone, and mouth exercises? We visited the Beverly Hills office of the manosphere’s favorite plastic surgeon to find out.