Garg SP

[BACKGROUND] Inappropriate facial scarring can lead to significant physical and psychosocial morbidity. There is a need to better understand how scar perception varies across ethnic groups, and how it impacts broader quality-of-life domains…

[BACKGROUND] The use and standardization of innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tools continue to grow and have the potential to enhance the field of plastic surgery. Despite the rapid growth of validated AI tools, there remains a need …

[BACKGROUND] The rise in Botox, fillers, and chemical peel procedures demands transparent online information that discloses all relevant risks and complications. This study assesses the quality of complication disclosure on the most popular…

[BACKGROUND] Evaluation of practice patterns by American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) diplomates allows for a greater understanding as to how the field is progressing. Understanding evolving procedural trends can give insight into plasti…

[BACKGROUND] Understanding the extent of practice management education within plastic surgery residency may serve to enhance elements of current curricular training. [METHODS] A survey was sent to private practice plastic surgeons who comp…

[UNLABELLED] Scars can have significant morbidity and negatively impact psychological, functional, and cosmetic outcomes as well as the overall quality-of-life, especially among ethnic minorities. The objective of this study was to evaluate…

[UNLABELLED] Scarring negatively impacts patient mental health, causing worsened self-confidence, body image, and social interactions, as well as anxiety and depression. The objective of this study is to evaluate the scarring impact after f…