Episode Summary:
In this episode of Behind the 'Fella, Ryan, Kurt, and Suzanne take a deep dive into the most underrated resources for learning plastic surgery. From top journals like JPRAS and BSH to essential textbooks such as Essentials of Plastic Surgery and Graben Smith's Plastic Surgery, they break down the tools every plastic surgeon should be using. They also explore powerful online platforms like Plastic Surgery Key and Microsurgeon.org, while highlighting how social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter can offer a unique edge for staying up to date with courses, conferences, and clinical expertise.

The team from thePlasticsFella also discusses the potential of building a community forum for plastic surgeons to exchange ideas, along with the exciting debate on whether the the Plastics Fella platform should develop an app for its members.

Whether you're preparing for your FRCS exam, looking for continuing education resources, or aiming to stay ahead in the field, this episode has you covered with fresh insights into the resources you didn’t know you needed!

Key Topics Discussed:

• Journals: JPRAS, BSH, PRS, PRS Global Open
• Textbooks: Essentials of Plastic Surgery, Graben Smith's Plastic Surgery
• Online learning platforms: Plastic Surgery Key, Microsurgeon.org
• Social media: How Instagram and Twitter are transforming plastic surgery education
• The importance of community-driven learning and case discussion forums with thePlasticsFella
• The debate over building an app for the Plastics Fella

Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Missing Team Member
02:03 - Best Learning Resources in Plastic Surgery
13:27 - Online Platforms: Plastic Surgery Key and Microsurgeon.org
19:33 - Social Media for Plastic Surgery Learning
21:19 - Instagram vs. Twitter for Learning
26:33 - The Value of Face-to-Face Learning
34:12 - Courses and Conferences
38:59 - App Development: Should the Plastics Fella Build One?
42:23 - Building a Community for Surgeons with thePlasticsFella

Takeaways:

• Journals like JPRAS and BSH are must-reads for plastic surgery trainees.
• Essential textbooks such as Essentials of Plastic Surgery provide in-depth knowledge.
• Online platforms and social media offer new ways to stay updated in plastic surgery.
• thePlasticsFella community fosters collaboration and case discussions for plastic surgeons.
• There’s a growing debate on whether the Plastics Fella should build an app for its members.

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