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President's Message

President's Message - Paul Cederna, MD
Paul Cederna, MD
AAPS President
It is an honor to serve as President of the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS). For more than a century, the AAPS has been dedicated to advancing the science, education, and practice of plastic surgery, while fostering a community of innovation, discovery, scholarship, and leadership...
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Introducing the Inaugural Leadership Academy Cohort

Introducing the Inaugural Leadership Academy Cohort

The inaugural AAPS Academic Medicine Leadership Academy Cohort has been selected and AAPS is pleased to present these 20 individuals with impressive CVs and the determination to grow within the field of Plastic Surgery.
2026 – 2027 Cohort



AAPS Webinars

AAPS Webinars

AAPS is proud to present all upcoming and previously recorded webinars for the public to view. We encourage you to join AAPS as a member but we welcome you to enjoy all previously recorded webinars.


AAPS/ACEPS/ASPS and the Aesthetic Society Join Forces!

AAPS/ACEPS/ASPS and the Aesthetic Society Join Forces!

The AAPS D.E.I Committee has joined forces with ACEPS (formerly ACAPS), ASPS, and the Aesthetic Society to provide a webinar series geared towards students interested in learning more about Plastic Surgery and this career path. The first webinar launched in November 2023 with more to come over the next year!


The ICON Project

The ICON Project

View our ICONS videos of Paul Manson, Edward Luce, Foad Nahai, and many others.

Preserving the rich history of our specialty through the words of the pioneers, leaders, and renowned educators in Plastic Surgery.


Plastic Surgery Fellowship and Training Opportunities Directory

Plastic Surgery Fellowship and Training Opportunities Directory

This site is the compilation of opportunities around the world for Fellowships, Observer-ships, Internships, Preceptorships and Externships.

These opportunities have been submitted directly to ASPS by the sponsoring program / company / mentor and they are responsible for the accuracy of their submission. ASPS does not screen nor endorse any opportunities included on this site. Most listings include links for additional information and information on how to apply.

Upcoming Events
11th International Breast Surgery Workshop
7th World Consensus Conference on BIA-ALCL
May 7-9, 2026
Ischia, Italy

AAPS 2026 Annual Meeting
May 2-5, 2026
Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort
Lihue, HI

EURAPS 36th Annual Meeting
28-30 May 2026
Vienna, Austria
 
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American Association of Plastic Surgeons

The American Association of Plastic Surgeons, founded in 1921, is the oldest organized Plastic Surgery organization in the world. Its Annual Meeting is the academic highlight of... [ more ]

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