International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - ISAPS

👨🏫🎓Visiting Professor Program—Fat Grafting & More in Skopje, North Macedonia🇲🇰 We are excited to have accomplished another successful ISAPS Visiting Professor Program (VPP)! From October 17 to 19, 2025, Dr. Amin Kalaaji, Assistant Chair of ISAPS National Secretaries (Norway), was in Skopje, North Macedonia, where he coordinated with the local host, National Secretary of North Macedonia, Dr. Smilja Tudjarova Gjorgova. They provided instruction to residents, plastic surgeons, and also medical students who were attending an international meeting in the city at the same time. The ISAPS Visiting Professor Program (VPP) brings leading educators in aesthetic surgery to regions worldwide and provides intensive, hands-on training for residents and fellows. The focus for this one was on #fatgrafting, #aestheticsurgery, and #breastsurgery, along with an introduction to ISAPS for aspiring aesthetic #plasticsurgeons. 👏We want to thank everyone who helps make the VPP a success, including Visiting Professor Coordinator, Dr. André Auersvald. 👉 If you are interested in participating in this program, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dsQySR_y. #isapsresidents #plasticsurgery #aestheticeducationworldwide #plasticsurgeons #plasticsurgeryresidents 

🇨🇭Looking back at the ISAPS-endorsed course “The Art of Aesthetic Surgery: Tips & Tricks and How to Manage Difficult Cases and Complications” in Castle Laufen, Switzerland | September 25–27, 2025 👏Thanks to the wonderful organization and warm hospitality of Prof. Dominik L. Feinendegen, Dr. Sandra Y. Feinendegen, and Dr. Pierre Quinodoz (National Secretary Switzerland), this event brought together an exceptional international faculty of ISAPS #PlasticSurgeons in the spectacular setting of Castle Laufen, perched above the roaring Rhine Falls — Switzerland’s largest waterfall and one of Europe’s most impressive natural landmarks. 💡The course offered a great opportunity to exchange experience, wisdom, and lessons learned from complications — focusing not only on achieving excellence in aesthetic surgery, but also on managing the unexpected with skill, humility, and grace. Patient safety remained at the heart of every discussion. Sessions were filled with invaluable insights, lively debates, humor, and genuine camaraderie, making learning a truly memorable experience. 🔎Faculty included:
Luiz Auersvald (Brazil) · Lakhdar Belhaouari (France) · Giovanni Botti (Italy) · Nazim Cerkes (Turkey) · Fabian Cortinas (Argentina) · Gregory Evans (USA) · Dominik L. Feinendegen (Switzerland) · Jim Grotting (USA) · Alexandra Grubnik (USA / South Africa / Ukraine) · Daniel Kalbermatten (Switzerland) · Amin Kalaaji (Norway) · Kai O. Kaye (Spain) · Timothy Marten (USA) · Pierre Quinodoz (Switzerland) · Michel Rouif (France) · Carlos Roxo (Brazil) · Patrick Tonnard (Belgium) · Volker Wedler (Switzerland) · Jennifer Walden (USA) 🤝Beyond the lectures, participants enjoyed a great social program with moments of connection, celebration, and joy.

🎥 Patient Safety in Body Contouring We are pleased to present the new ISAPS Patient Safety Video Series, proudly developed by the ISAPS Patient Safety Committee under the leadership of André Cervantes M.D (Chairman 2024–2026). This educational initiative brings together global experts to discuss the most relevant topics in patient safety within aesthetic surgery — from preoperative assessment and risk prevention to intraoperative management and postoperative care. Each short video shares practical, evidence-based insights to support safer surgical practice and better patient outcomes worldwide. Through this initiative, ISAPS reaffirms its commitment to promoting a culture of safety, excellence, and ethical responsibility among all its members and the broader aesthetic surgery community. 👉 The first episode focuses on Body Contouring. Watch it now on ISAPS’ official channels and help us spread the message that Patient Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility. #PatientSafety #AestheticSurgery #PlasticSurgery #BodyContouring

Today is World Statistics Day 📊 — a reminder of how data helps us understand global trends and improve patient safety. In honour of this day, we’re sharing highlights from our ISAPS Global Survey 2024. 👉 Explore all data insights: https://lnkd.in/dq2GgDvb. Amin Kalaaji #isapsglobalsurvey2024 #isapsstatistics #plasticsurgerystats

🗓️Join our speakers at 1PM UTC as they take us through the topic of #Rhinoplasty. Come ready with questions to ask our experts directly about this topic! 👉Register at https://lnkd.in/d5txe2s8. 🎙️Speakers: Aditya Aggarwal, Md (India), Teuku Adifitrian, Md (Indonesia), and Geraldo Capuchinho, Md (Brazil). 🎙️Moderators: Man Koon Suh, Md (Korea) and Carter Boyd, Resident (USA) Lecture Topics: 🔎 Addressing the Tip and Dorsum in Indian Noses - Aditya Aggarwal (India) 🔎 Managing Nasal Tip and Dorsum to Keep Natural Look - Teuku Adifitrian (Indonesia) 🔎 Structuring the Tip: Foundational Principles for Hybrid Rhinoplasty - Geraldo Capuchinho (Brazil) Free for ISAPS members, only $100.00 for non-members.

Submit your abstracts for #ISAPS2026 | The countdown to ISAPS World Congress 2026 in Cancún, Mexico has begun! 🇲🇽 🎥Join ISAPS Education Council Vice Chair Dr. Ahmad Saad as he invites plastic surgeons from around the world to share their expertise on the global stage. 📅 Dates: October 27–31, 2026 📍 Location: Cancún, Mexico 🤝Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most prestigious events in aesthetic #plasticsurgery — featuring world-class education, collaboration, and inspiration. 👉Submit your abstract and register now: https://www.isaps2026.com.

Face. Body. Innovation: Recapping the ISAPS Presidents’ Conference in Tbilisi, Georgia.🇬🇪   The event brought together past ISAPS Presidents and other esteemed leaders for a high-level exchange of knowledge and insights.   A huge thumbs up to our incredible ISAPS plastic surgeons – Drs. Arturo Ramírez-Montañana (Mexico), Vakis Kontoes (Greece), Dr. Lina Triana (Colombia), Renato Saltz MD (USA), Nazim Cerkes (Türkiye), Ozan Sozer (USA), Dra. Bertha Torres (Mexico), Marlen Sulamanidze (Georgia), George Sulamanidze, MD-PhD (Georgia), and Constantin Sulamanidze (Georgia) – who shared their expertise and insights during the ISAPS-endorsed Presidents’ Conference in Tbilisi! 👏 From facial rejuvenation to body contouring and minimally invasive innovations, the conference gathered global leaders in aesthetic surgery to explore the future of our field.    A special thank you to Dr. George Sulamanidze, MD-PhD, National Secretary of Georgia, and the entire team for hosting such a fantastic event and for their warm hospitality. 🙌

On this World Mental Health Day (October 10, 2025), we’re shining a light on something essential: For surgeons, personal wellbeing isn’t a luxury — it’s a cornerstone of lasting professional excellence. 💚 Through the ISAPS L.I.F.T. Program, we help surgeons strengthen their resilience and find balance in a demanding profession. 🧠 Explore Module 3: Personal Wellbeing Gain practical tools to: • Manage stress and prevent burnout • Build emotional resilience • Find meaning and balance in your work and life Because when you care for yourself, you’re better equipped to care for others. Take 15 minutes today — just for you. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dVM6hZiT #WorldMentalHealthDay #ISAPS #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #SurgeonsCare #LIFTProgram

Our Membership Team is at BAAPS 2025 TODAY! We're here to connect in person, answer your questions about ISAPS membership, education, and upcoming events, and meet colleagues from the community. Looking forward to valuable conversations and exchange! BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGEONS (BAAPS) Richard Guy FRSA

🇲🇽🟠Important Announcements for the ISAPS World Congress in Cancun, Mexico, Oct 27‑31, 2026! ✅ Abstract submissions are now open ✅ Registration is now open 👉Head to www.isaps2026.com 🎥 Dra. Bertha Torres, Local Education Chair, can’t wait to welcome you to Cancun! #ISAPS2026 #PlasticSurgery #aestheticeducationworldwide #globalleadersinaesthetics #isapsfamily