In this "Giants in Plastic Surgery" episode of the PRS Global Open Deep Cuts Podcast, Dr. William M. Kuzon discusses his journey to medicine as well as plastic surgery. He explores the nuances of the application process for both, both as his experience as an applicant as well as his previous roles on selection committees, and future directions he hopes it takes. He also discusses his influences, the role of a plastic surgeon in a healthcare team and thoughts about doing research in medicine. A reflective surgeon, Dr. Bill Kuzon inspires with his advice in plastic surgery.

 

Read a recent classic PRS Global Open article by Dr. Kuzon and co-authors, “Gender-Affirming Vaginoplasty: A Comparison of Algorithms, Surgical Techniques and Management Practices across 17 High-volume Centers in North America and Europe”: https://bit.ly/KuzonMay23

 

Dr. Bill Kuzon holds the esteemed position of Reed O. Dingman Professor of Surgery within the Section of Plastic Surgery at the University of Michigan. Notably, he served as the Section Head for Plastic Surgery from 2001 to 2012 and spearheaded the Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency Program at Michigan from 2001 to 2009.

 

His research interests center around skeletal muscle and peripheral nerve physiology in the context of reconstructive surgery, a field in which he has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers across a broad range of topics. Dr. Kuzon is a sought-after speaker, having delivered keynote lectures at numerous universities and scientific gatherings.

 

Actively engaged in his professional community, Dr. Kuzon holds memberships in several national specialty societies, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (currently serving on the Board of Directors), the Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation (currently serving as the president-elect), The American Association of Plastic Surgeons (currently serving as vice-president), The Plastic Surgery Research Council (currently serving as Historian), the American Society for the Peripheral Nerve (having served as past president), the Michigan Association of Plastic Surgeons (having served as past president), and the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery. Additionally, he serves as a Director of the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

 

Your host, Dr. Vimal Gokani, is a senior Specialty Registrar in plastic surgery in London, England. Your producer & editor, Charlene Kok, is a Year 2 Medical Student in Imperial College London, England, with a keen interest in Plastic Surgery.

 

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