Facial Reconstruction in Challenging Settings

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Facial reconstructive surgery is complex and may seem impossible in settings with low resources. This program presents methods of successful facial reconstruction despite challenges faced in resources and the surgical workforce. Topics covered are innovative surgical and technological solutions to address facial reconstruction challenges such as facial trauma, cleft lip and palate, and benign pathologies of the head and neck. Case examples will demonstrate the severity of disease and how care gaps are addressed in resource challenged areas.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 1: 1.) To understand the disease burden of facial reconstruction in low resource settings

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 2: 2.) To explain innovative approaches to care gaps within the facial plastic and reconstructive surgery specific disease burden

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 3: 3.) To demonstrate an understanding of key methods of involvement in collaborating with partners in low resource settings

BACKGROUND STATEMENT: The majority of FPRS disease exists in low resource settings. This lecture describes disease burden that exists within our specialty and the methods to address them. Case examples are helpful to all reconstructive challenges and will show innovative solutions with out-of-the box thinking.