Quick Cuts: A Plastic Surgery Podcast: Recent Episodes

Jake Marks

Education designed for the plastic surgery learner on the go. Preparing for your next conference, case, clinic, or exam? Quick Cuts provides a concise, high-yield review of core plastic surgery topics.

View Details

A rapid review of nasoorbitoethmoid (NOE) fractures for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • NOE complex anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the NOE fracture patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Pawar SS, Rhee JS. Frontal sinus and naso-orbital-ethmoid fractures. JAMA Facial Plast Surg. 2014 Jul-Aug;16(4):284-9.
  2. Mithani SK, St-Hilaire H, Brooke BS, Smith IM, Bluebond-Langner R, Rodriguez ED. Predictable patterns of intracranial and cervical spine injury in craniomaxillofacial trauma: analysis of 4786 patients. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;123(4):1293-1301.
  3. Becelli R, Renzi G, Mannino G, Cerulli G, Iannetti G. Posttraumatic obstruction of lacrimal pathways: a retrospective analysis of 58 consecutive naso-orbitoethmoid fractures. J Craniofac Surg. 2004 Jan;15(1):29-33.

View Details

A rapid review of mastopexy for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Breast ptosis
  • Evaluation and management of the mastopexy patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Hidalgo DA, Spector JA. Mastopexy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2013;132(4):642e-656e.
  2. Qureshi AA, Myckatyn TM, Tenenbaum MM. Mastopexy and Mastopexy-Augmentation. Aesthet Surg J. 2018;38(4):374-384.

View Details

A rapid review of infantile hemangioma for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Evaluation and management of the infantile hemangioma patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Greene AK. Management of hemangiomas and other vascular tumors. Clin Plast Surg. 2011;38(1):45-63.
  2. Sugimoto A, Aoki R, Toyohara E, Ogawa R. Infantile Hemangiomas Cleared by Combined Therapy With Pulsed Dye Laser and Propranolol. Dermatol Surg.
  3. Leung AKC, Lam JM, Leong KF, Hon KL. Infantile Hemangioma: An Updated Review. Curr Pediatr Rev. 2021;17(1):55-69.

View Details

A rapid review of cubital tunnel syndrome for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Ulnar nerve anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the cubital tunnel patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Staples JR, Calfee R. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Current Concepts. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2017;25(10):e215-e224.
  2. Wolfe SW, Pederson WC, Kozin SH, Cohen MS. Green's operative hand surgery. 8. ed. Philadelphia: Elsevier, Inc; 2022.

View Details

A rapid review of nonmelanoma skin cancer for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma
  • Risk stratification of nonmelanoma skin cancers
  • Evaluation and management of the nonmelanoma skin cancer patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent tojakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Zbar RIS, Canady JW. MOC-PSSM CME article: Nonmelanoma facial skin malignancy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008;121(1 Suppl):1-9.
  2. Connolly KL, Nehal KS, Disa JJ. Evidence-Based Medicine: Cutaneous Facial Malignancies: Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(1):181e-190e.
  3. National Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology: Squamous Cell Skin Cancer (version 2.2021). National Comprehensive Cancer Network . 2021.
  4. National Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology: Basal cell Skin Cancer (version 2.2021). National Comprehensive Cancer Network. 2021.

View Details

A rapid review of flexor tendon injury for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Flexor tendon anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the flexor tendon injury patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Kamal RN, Yao J. Evidence-Based Medicine: Surgical Management of Flexor Tendon Lacerations. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;140(1):130e-139e.
  2. Tang JB. Flexor Tendon Injuries. Clin Plast Surg. 2019;46(3):295-306.

View Details

A rapid review of posterior trunk reconstruction for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Muscular anatomy of the back
  • Evaluation and management of the posterior trunk wound patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Mathes DW, Thornton JF, Rohrich RJ. Management of posterior trunk defects. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2006;118(3):73e-83e.
  2. Netscher DT, Baumholtz MA, Bullocks J. Chest reconstruction: II. Regional reconstruction of chest wall wounds that do not affect respiratory function (axilla, posterolateral chest, and posterior trunk). Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;124(6):427e-435e.
  3. Mericli AF, Mirzabeigi MN, Moore JH, Jr., Fox JWt, Copit SE, Tuma GA. Reconstruction of complex posterior cervical spine wounds using the paraspinous muscle flap. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011;128(1):148-153.Garvey PB, Rhines LD, Dong W, Chang DW.
  4. Immediate soft-tissue reconstruction for complex defects of the spine following surgery for spinal neoplasms. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2010;125(5):1460-1466.

View Details

A rapid review of neurotoxins for facial rejuvenation for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Botulinum toxin pharmacology
  • Evaluation and management of the facial rejuvenation patient seeking neurotoxin injections

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Sundaram H, Signorini M, Liew S, et al. Global Aesthetics Consensus: Botulinum Toxin Type A--Evidence-Based Review, Emerging Concepts, and Consensus Recommendations for Aesthetic Use, Including Updates on Complications. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016;137(3):518e-529e.
  2. Noland ME, Lalonde DH, Yee GJ, Rohrich RJ. Current Uses of Botulinum Neurotoxins in Plastic Surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016;138(3):519e-530e.
  3. Walker TJ, Dayan SH. Comparison and overview of currently available neurotoxins. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2014;7(2):31-39.

View Details

A rapid review of gender-affirming mastectomy for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • WPATH criteria for gender-affirming mastectomy
  • Evaluation and management of the gender-affirming mastectomy patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Safa B, Lin WC, Salim AM, Deschamps-Braly JC, Poh MM. Current Concepts in Masculinizing Gender Surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019;143(4):857e-871e.
  2. Salibian AA, Axelrod DM, Smith JA, Fischer BA, Agarwal C, Bluebond-Langner R. Oncologic Considerations for Safe Gender-Affirming Mastectomy: Preoperative Imaging, Pathologic Evaluation, Counseling, and Long-Term Screening. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2021;147(2):213e-221e.
  3. Hontscharuk R, Alba B, Manno C, et al. Perioperative Transgender Hormone Management: Avoiding Venous Thromboembolism and Other Complications. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2021;147(4):1008-1017.

View Details

A rapid review of posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) syndrome for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Anatomy of the radial and posterior interosseous nerves
  • Evaluation and management of the posterior interosseous nerve syndrome patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Ozkan M, Bacakoglu AK, Gul O, Ekin A, Magden O. Anatomic study of posterior interosseous nerve in the arcade of Frohse. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 1999;8(6):617-620.
  2. Dang AC, Rodner CM. Unusual compression neuropathies of the forearm, part I: radial nerve. J Hand Surg Am. 2009;34(10):1906-1914.
  3. Wheeler R, DeCastro A. Posterior Interosseous Nerve Syndrome. In: StatPearls. Treasure Island (FL)2021.

View Details

A rapid review of abdominoplasty for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Abdominal wall anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the abdominoplasty patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Rosenfield LK, Davis CR. Evidence-Based Abdominoplasty Review With Body Contouring Algorithm. Aesthet Surg J. 2019;39(6):643-661.
  2. Gutowski KA. Evidence-Based Medicine: Abdominoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018;141(2):286e-299e.

View Details

A rapid review of finger replantation for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Evaluation and management of the finger replantation patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Soucacos PN. Indications and selection for digital amputation and replantation. J Hand Surg Br. 2001;26(6):572-581.
  2. Barbary S, Dap F, Dautel G. Finger replantation: surgical technique and indications. Chir Main. 2013;32(6):363-372.
  3. Prucz RB, Friedrich JB. Upper extremity replantation: current concepts. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;133(2):333-342.

View Details

A rapid review of microtia for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Embryology of the external ear
  • Evaluation and management of the microtia patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Beahm EK, Walton RL. Auricular reconstruction for microtia: part I. Anatomy, embryology, and clinical evaluation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2002;109(7):2473-2482.
  2. Walton RL, Beahm EK. Auricular reconstruction for microtia: Part II. Surgical techniques. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2002;110(1):234-249.
  3. Wilkes GH, Wong J, Guilfoyle R. Microtia reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;134(3):464e-479e.

View Details

A rapid review of chest wall reconstruction for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Evaluation and management the chest wall defect patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Netscher DT, Baumholtz MA. Chest reconstruction: I. Anterior and anterolateral chest wall and wounds affecting respiratory function. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;124(5):240e-252e.
  2. Althubaiti G, Butler CE. Abdominal wall and chest wall reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;133(5):688e-701e.
  3. Chen JT, Bonneau LA, Weigel TL, et al. A Twelve-Year Consecutive Case Experience in Thoracic Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2016;4(3):e638.

View Details

A rapid review of liposuction for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Liposuction principles
  • Evaluation and management of the liposuction patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Beidas OE, Gusenoff JA. Update on Liposuction: What All Plastic Surgeons Should Know. Plast Reconstr Surg.
  2. Chia CT, Neinstein RM, Theodorou SJ. Evidence-Based Medicine: Liposuction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(1):267e-274e.
  3. Iverson RE, Facilities ATFoPSiO-BS. Patient safety in office-based surgery facilities: I. Procedures in the office-based surgery setting. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2002;110(5):1337-1342; discussion 1343-1336.
  4. Haeck PC, Swanson JA, Gutowski KA, et al. Evidence-based patient safety advisory: liposuction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;124(4 Suppl):28S-44S.

View Details

A rapid review of zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Zygomaticomaxillary complex anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the zygomaticomaxillary complex fracture patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Lee EI, Mohan K, Koshy JC, Hollier LH, Jr. Optimizing the surgical management of zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures. Semin Plast Surg. 2010;24(4):389-397.
  2. Meslemani D, Kellman RM. Zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures. Arch Facial Plast Surg. 2012;14(1):62-66.
  3. Mithani SK, St-Hilaire H, Brooke BS, Smith IM, Bluebond-Langner R, Rodriguez ED. Predictable patterns of intracranial and cervical spine injury in craniomaxillofacial trauma: analysis of 4786 patients. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;123(4):1293-1301.
  4. Gadkari N, Bawane S, Chopra R, Bhate K, Kulkarni D. Comparative evaluation of 2-point vs 3-point fixation in the treatment of zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures - A systematic review. J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2019;47(10):1542-1550.

View Details

A rapid review of carpal tunnel syndrome for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Carpal tunnel anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the carpal tunnel patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Hermiz SJ, Kalliainen LK. Evidence-Based Medicine: Current Evidence in the Diagnosis and Management of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;140(1):120e-129e.
  2. Ghasemi-Rad M, Nosair E, Vegh A, et al. A handy review of carpal tunnel syndrome: From anatomy to diagnosis and treatment. World J Radiol. 2014;6(6):284-300.
  3. Campion D. Electrodiagnostic testing in hand surgery. J Hand Surg Am. 1996;21(6):947-956.

View Details

A rapid review of pressure ulcers for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Pressure ulcer pathophysiology
  • Evaluation and management of the pressure ulcer patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Ricci JA, Bayer LR, Orgill DP. Evidence-Based Medicine: The Evaluation and Treatment of Pressure Injuries. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(1):275e-286e.
  2. Bauer J, Phillips LG. MOC-PSSM CME article: Pressure sores. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008;121(1 Suppl):1-10.

View Details

A rapid review of cleft lip for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Cleft lip embryology
  • Cleft lip anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the cleft lip patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Marcus JR, Allori AC, Santiago PE. Principles of Cleft Lip Repair: Conventions, Commonalities, and Controversies. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(3):764e-780e.
  2. Henry C, Samson T, Mackay D. Evidence-based medicine: The cleft lip nasal deformity. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;133(5):1276-1288.
  3. Greives MR, Camison L, Losee JE. Evidence-based medicine: Unilateral cleft lip and nose repair. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;134(6):1372-1380.
  4. Zhang JX, Arneja JS. Evidence-Based Medicine: The Bilateral Cleft Lip Repair. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;140(1):152e-165e.

View Details

A rapid review of lymphedema for plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Lymphedema pathophysiology
  • Evaluation and management of the lymphedema patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Schaverien MV, Coroneos CJ. Surgical Treatment of Lymphedema. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019;144(3):738-758.
  2. Chang DW, Masia J, Garza R, 3rd, Skoracki R, Neligan PC. Lymphedema: Surgical and Medical Therapy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016;138(3 Suppl):209S-218S.
  3. Greene AK, Goss JA. Diagnosis and Staging of Lymphedema. Semin Plast Surg. 2018;32(1):12-16.

View Details

A rapid review of breast augmentation for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review: Evaluation and management of the breast augmentation patientFeedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.comReferences: Wan D, Rohrich RJ. Modern Primary Breast Augmentation: Best Recommendations for Best Results. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018;142(6):933e-946e. Schwartz MR. Evidence-Based Medicine: Breast Augmentation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;140(1):109e-119e. Hidalgo DA, Spector JA. Breast augmentation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;133(4):567e-583e. https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/breast-implants/types-breast-implants https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/breast-implants-certain-labeling-recommendations-improve-patient-communication Sosin M, Devulapalli C, Fehring C, et al. Breast Cancer following Augmentation Mammaplasty: A Case-Control Study. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2018;141(4):833-840. Ward R, Bates B, Benitz W, et al. The transfer of drugs and other chemicals into human milk. Pediatrics. 2001;108(3):776-789. Wan D, Rohrich RJ. Revisiting the Management of Capsular Contracture in Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016;137(3):826-841.

View Details

A rapid review of lower extremity reconstruction for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Lower leg anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the lower extremity trauma patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Lachica RD. Evidence-Based Medicine: Management of Acute Lower Extremity Trauma. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(1):287e-301e.
  2. Hallock GG. Evidence-Based Medicine: Lower Extremity Acute Trauma. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2013;132(6):1733-1741.
  3. Reddy V, Stevenson TR. MOC-PS(SM) CME Article: Lower Extremity Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008;121(4 Suppl):1-7.
  4. Lee ZH, Stranix JT, Rifkin WJ, et al. Timing of Microsurgical Reconstruction in Lower Extremity Trauma: An Update of the Godina Paradigm. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2019;144(3):759-767.
  5. Kasabian AK, Karp NS. Lower-Extremity Reconstruction. In: Thorne C, Beasley RW, Aston SJ, Bartlett SP, Gurtner GC, Spear SL, eds. Grabb and Smith's Plastic Surgery. 6th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Health; 2007: 676-687.

View Details

A rapid review of lower lid blepharoplasty for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review: Lower eyelid and periorbital anatomy Evaluation and management of the lower lid blepharoplasty patientFeedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.comReferences: Hashem AM, Couto RA, Waltzman JT, Drake RL, Zins JE. Evidence-Based Medicine: A Graded Approach to Lower Lid Blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(1):139e-150e. Zoumalan CI, Roostaeian J. Simplifying Blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016;137(1):196e-213e. Drolet BC, Sullivan PK. Evidence-based medicine: Blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;133(5):1195-1205. Alghoul M. Blepharoplasty: Anatomy, Planning, Techniques, and Safety. Aesthet Surg J. 2019;39(1):10-28. Lelli GJ, Jr., Lisman RD. Blepharoplasty complications. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2010;125(3):1007-1017. Weinfeld AB, Burke R, Codner MA. The comprehensive management of chemosis following cosmetic lower blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008;122(2):579-586.

View Details

A rapid review of upper lid blepharoplasty for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Upper eyelid anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the upper lid blepharoplasty patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Zoumalan CI, Roostaeian J. Simplifying Blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016;137(1):196e-213e.
  2. Drolet BC, Sullivan PK. Evidence-based medicine: Blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;133(5):1195-1205.
  3. Alghoul M. Blepharoplasty: Anatomy, Planning, Techniques, and Safety. Aesthet Surg J. 2019;39(1):10-28.
  4. Lelli GJ, Jr., Lisman RD. Blepharoplasty complications. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2010;125(3):1007-1017.

View Details

A rapid review of orbital fractures for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Orbital anatomy
  • Orbital fracture pathophysiology
  • Evaluation and management of the orbital fracture patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Gart MS, Gosain AK. Evidence-based medicine: Orbital floor fractures. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014;134(6):1345-1355.
  2. Mithani SK, St-Hilaire H, Brooke BS, Smith IM, Bluebond-Langner R, Rodriguez ED. Predictable patterns of intracranial and cervical spine injury in craniomaxillofacial trauma: analysis of 4786 patients. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;123(4):1293-1301.
  3. Lozada KN, Cleveland PW, Smith JE. Orbital Trauma. Semin Plast Surg. 2019;33(2):106-113.
  4. Goodall KL, Brahma A, Bates A, Leatherbarrow B. Lateral canthotomy and inferior cantholysis: an effective method of urgent orbital decompression for sight threatening acute retrobulbar haemorrhage. Injury. 1999;30(7):485-490.

View Details

A rapid review of breast reduction for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Breast reduction anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the breast reduction patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Hall-Findlay EJ, Shestak KC. Breast Reduction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015;136(4):531e-544e.
  2. Thibaudeau S, Sinno H, Williams B. The effects of breast reduction on successful breastfeeding: a systematic review. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2010;63(10):1688-1693.
  3. Fitzpatrick SE, Lam TC. Occult Breast Carcinoma Is More Common in Women Undergoing Breast Reduction after Contralateral Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020;146(2):117e-126e.
  4. Bentley M, Ghali S, Asplund OA. Galactorrhoea causing severe skin breakdown and nipple necrosis following breast reduction. Br J Plast Surg. 2004;57(7):682-684.

View Details

A rapid review of gynecomastia for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Gynecomastia epidemiology
  • Gynecomastia physiology
  • Evaluation and management of the gynecomastia patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Rohrich RJ, Ha RY, Kenkel JM, Adams WP, Jr. Classification and management of gynecomastia: defining the role of ultrasound-assisted liposuction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2003;111(2):909-923.
  2. American Society of Plastic Surgeons. ASPS recommended insurance coverage criteria for third-party payers: Gynecomastia. Available at: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/Documents/Health-Policy/Positions/Gynecomastia_ICC.pdf. Accessed January 11, 2020.
  3. Karp NS. Gynecomastia. In: Thorne C, Beasley RW, Aston SJ, Bartlett SP, Gurtner GC, Spear SL, eds. Grabb and Smith's Plastic Surgery. 6th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Health; 2007: 616-624.

View Details

A rapid review of syndactyly for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Syndactyly epidemiology
  • Syndactyly embryology
  • Evaluation and management of the syndactyly patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Kozin SH, Zlotolow DA. Common pediatric congenital conditions of the hand. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015; 136(2):241e-57e.
  2. Kempton SJ, Michelotti BF, Salyapongse AN, Bentz ML. Syndactyly Reconstruction. In: Chang J, ed. Global Reconstructive Surgery Elsevier; 2019: 307-311.
  3. Goldfarb CA, Ezaki M, Wall LB, Lam WL, Oberg KC. The Oberg-Manske-Tonkin (OMT) Classification of Congenital Upper Extremities: Update for 2020. J Hand Surg Am. 2020;45(6):542-547.

View Details

A rapid review of facelift for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Facelift anatomy
  • Evaluation and management of the facelift patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. Derby BM, Codner MA. Evidence-Based Medicine: Face Lift. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017 139(1): 151e-167e.
  2. Stuzin JM, Rohrich RJ. Facial Nerve Danger Zones. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020;145(1):99-102.
  3. Lefkowitz T, Hazani R, Chowdhry S, Elston J, Yaremchuk MJ, Wilhelmi BJ. Anatomical landmarks to avoid injury to the great auricular nerve during rhytidectomy. Aesthet Surg J. 2013;33(1):19-23.
  4. Warren RJ, Aston SJ, Mendelson BC. Face lift. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011;128(6):747e-764e.

View Details

A rapid review of cleft palate for the plastic surgery learner. In this episode we review:

  • Cleft anatomy
  • Cleft embryology
  • Evaluation and management of the cleft patient

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com

References:

  1. van Aalst JA, Kolappa KK, Sadove M. MOC-PSSM CME article: Nonsyndromic cleft palate. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008;121(1 Suppl):1-14.
  2. Woo AS. Evidence-Based Medicine: Cleft Palate. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(1):191e-203e.

View Details

Welcome to Quick Cuts: A Plastic Surgery Podcast. Host Jake Marks, MD, introduces his rapid review podcast for plastic surgery learners.

Feedback is always appreciated. Comments, questions, suggestions, or corrections can be sent to jakemarksmd@gmail.com