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Plastic Surgery

Most plastic surgeons do not concentrate solely on cosmetic surgery. Their work involves the repair and correction of congenital defects, trauma surgery, and cancer reconstruction. In many cases the aim is to restore physical function as well as physical appearance.

Values & Personality Traits of Physicians in Plastic Surgery

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Values Match

Specialists Value
  • Creativity
  • Independence
  • Working with my hands
  • Working with people
Specialists do not value
  • Feedback from others
  • Prestige
  • Security
  • Sufficient time off

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

The American Society of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is the world's largest specialty association for facial plastic surgery. ... MORE >

American Society of Plastic Surgeons
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is the largest plastic surgery specialty organization in the world. ... MORE >

SDN Plastic Surgery Forum
Discuss plastic surgery with your peers on the Student Doctor Network community forums.... MORE >


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