The end of centuries, and especially millennia, have always been a time for soothsayers. Such times offer rich pickings, especially for the prophets of doom! The last 50 years have seen a meteoric development in the s...
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The end of centuries, and especially millennia, have always been a time for soothsayers. Such times offer rich pickings, especially for the prophets of doom! The last 50 years have seen a meteoric development in the specialty of Plastic Surgery. However, as the end of the century and millennium approaches, the voice of disquiet can be increasingly heard amongst Plastic Surgeons, The cause of this anxiety is the increasing number of Plastic Surgery techniques that are being performed by non Plastic Surgeons, Some even speak of the demise of Plastic Surgery as a specialty, or at least its marginalisation to cosmetic surgery. Has the specialty of Plastic Surgery really been a star which has burned too brightly? Is it really in danger of burning out? My central thesis is that the specialty of Plastic Surgery is unique and has an important contribution to make into the future. Plastic Surgery differs around the world such that some of what I say is specific to conditions in Britain. I will start by considering what is meant by the term 'Plastic Surgery'. After a brief look at the past I will review the likely future changes in the techniques of Plastic Surgery. Then I will move on to explore the future of the specialty and the factors that will determine its future. Finally I will offer some immediate priorities.
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