NEW YORK, April 11, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- It’s no secret that the public’s demand for cosmetic surgery procedures around the world continues to expand rapidly. The vast majority of procedures such as breast augmentation and liposuction are still performed on women. However, one statistic has remained surprisingly small – and that is the number of female plastic surgeons working in this highly-specialized field.
According to the American Board of Plastic Surgery, 23% of all board-certified plastic surgeons are women, while the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reports that 12% of its members are women. The numbers are less favorable overseas. According to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) female board-certified plastic surgeons comprise just 10% of its global membership base. That’s a number that ISAPS President Dr. Renato Saltz is determined to grow.
“We recognize that while women are steadily streaming into other areas of medicine around the world, in many countries making up close to 50% of the classes in medical schools, the field of cosmetic surgery continues to be dominated by men,” says Dr. Saltz. “At ISAPS, we are lucky enough to include many notable female plastic surgeons among our members who have made ground-breaking contributions to our specialty. But having them as members isn’t enough – we also want to tap into their learning and insights to help grow the number of women who are attracted to our specialty, as well as to provide a mentoring and supporting structure for our women members.”
Dr. Saltz recently appointed New York plastic surgeon, Dr. Nina Naidu, to chair a new committee, ISAPS Women, to advocate for female plastic surgeons. “We’re excited to embark on this new directive,” says Dr. Naidu, “providing networking, mentoring, support and an open forum to discuss the issues faced by women plastic surgeons. It is the first global initiative of its kind in our specialty. As women, we do face unique challenges and obstacles, but by forming ISAPS Women, we’re going to be combining the skills, experience, expertise and insights of women in our specialty in over 50 countries. That’s very powerful.” Male surgeons who are members of ISAPS are welcome to join ISAPS Women also, and can expect to see more discussions and presentations at the ISAPS Biennial Congress being held in South Beach Miami in 2018. Topics include subjects such as overcoming barriers to career success, pregnancy and the plastic surgeon, financial planning and retirement, and wellness and physician burnout. For more information please visit www.ISAPSMiami2018.com
About ISAPS
The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) is a premier global organization of 3500 board-certified plastic surgeons in 105 countries. Considered the platinum standard in aesthetic plastic surgery, ISAPS members undergo a rigorous approval process and help facilitate the most comprehensive series of educational courses and symposia for aesthetic plastic surgeons around the world. ISAPS is dedicated to its two-fold mission of raising the bar in aesthetic plastic surgery and helping patients make educated decisions in choosing the best surgeon for their safety and peace of mind. The ISAPS website contains extensive explanations about plastic surgery procedures, as well as detailed information about all its members in its Find-a-Surgeon section. For more information about how to select a qualified cosmetic doctor and to understand why ISAPS plastic surgeons possess the highest level of training and credentials in aesthetic surgery, please visit isaps.org or contact www.PremierPhysicianMarketing.com for more information.
About Renato Saltz, MD, FACS
Dr. Saltz is one of the most respected and accomplished board-certified plastic surgeons in the world. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Dr. Saltz is considered one of the early pioneers of endoscopic surgery and his expertise in aesthetic plastic surgery, facial rejuvenation and breast and body contouring, is highly praised and sought after. Dr. Saltz presents lectures to colleagues all around the world and is the current President of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). He is also past President of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and is the founder of the non-profit organization Image Reborn, which holds all-expense paid retreats for women recovering from breast cancer. Dr. Saltz has been featured in a variety of media including Forbes Magazine, Allure, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. To learn more about Dr. Saltz, please visit www.SaltzPlasticSurgery.com.
About Nina Naidu, MD, FACS
Dr. Naidu is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College. In 2008, she launched her own skin care line, Anokha, a natural line formulated from botanicals and actives native to South Asia. Ten percent of proceeds from sales of Anokha are donated to Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). Dr. Naidu is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She is a reviewer and an Associate Editorial Board Member for the international aesthetic journal, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. To learn more about Dr. Naidu, please visit www.NaiduPlasticSurgery.com.