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Kolkata Hosts Top Surgeons for Plastic Surgery Innovations
1 Oct
Summary
- Nearly 100 medical professionals gathered for plastic surgery discussions.
- Focus on craniofacial, cosmetic, orthognathic, and gender surgery.
- State Health Minister highlighted surgery's growing healthcare contribution.
A two-day academic program on plastic surgery convened in Kolkata, organized by the Association of Plastic Surgeons of West Bengal (APSWB). This Mid-Term CME 2026 brought together approximately 100 medical experts, including surgeons and post-doctoral trainees from across the nation.
The conference centered on contemporary advancements in plastic surgery, with key themes covering craniofacial surgery, cosmetic procedures, orthognathic surgery, and gender-reaffirmation surgery. Scientific sessions facilitated discussions on evolving techniques and the broadened scope of reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery.
Inaugurated by State Health Minister Sharadwat Mukherjee, the event highlighted the increasing significance of plastic surgery in healthcare. Mukherjee stressed the importance of super-specialization for enhancing expertise and healthcare delivery. He also encouraged young surgeons to explore career paths within the government healthcare sector. The APSWB expressed commitment to ongoing academic initiatives aimed at advancing plastic surgery, promoting professional education, and improving patient care, fostering a platform for knowledge exchange between seasoned and emerging specialists.
