Plastic Surgery

“A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures.” – American Board of Medical Specialties, retrieved March 1, 2026

Plastic Surgery Societies

• American Association of Plastic Surgeons
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Explore Plastic Surgery

• Plastic Surgery Subcommittee of Surgery Interest Group
• Careers in Medicine (CiM) – Plastic Surgery
• National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Charting Outcomes Data

Ask a Plastic Surgeon a Career Advising Question

Ask an FSU CoM Alum About Their Journey to Plastic Surgery