Good Physician, Good Plastic Surgeon

by Kun Hwang

Overview

This book is based on over 100 editorials published in various international academic journals. Within its pages, the author engages in discussions with esteemed plastic surgeons, exploring the qualities that define a good plastic surgeon, the intricate connection between anatomy and plastic surgery, the concept of beauty, the process of aging, and the interplay between arts and plastic surgery. Each case presented in the book is both captivating and educational, with the author thoughtfully including a corresponding figure or schema for visual reference. This book promises to be an invaluable resource, particularly for young plastic surgeons or those undergoing plastic surgery training.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789819718634
Publisher:	Springer Nature Singapore
Publication date:	05/16/2024
Edition description:	2024
Pages:	171
Product dimensions:	7.01(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. Kun Hwang (MD, PhD) graduated from Seoul National University, Republic of Korea. He is a civilian doctor at the Department of Plastic Surgery in Armed Forces Capital Hospital. He has more than 500 peer reviewed international publications. Dr Hwang was the President of Korean Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (KCPCA), and Korean Society of Traumatology. He was awarded as Medal of the Order of Science and Technology Merit from Korean Government in 2018.

Table of Contents

Anatomist’s view of artistic works.- Plastic Surgeon’s view of artistic works.- Anatomy and Plastic Surgery.- What is ‘Beauty’ which plastic surgeon pursue?.- Aging from the perspective of a plastic surgeon.- Plastic Surgeon as a researcher.- How to write a paper? Plastic Surgeon as an author.- Role of editor, reviewer, and author in Plastic Surgery.- Praising the pioneers.- Plastic surgeon as a spiritual healer.- How to become a ‘good’ plastic surgeon?