Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

by Shaun C. Desai (Author, Editor)

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Clinical Reference Guideis a portable reference guide that fills the void of an easy-to-read, concise, but comprehensive book encompassing all aspects of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, both in the clinical setting as well as in preparing for board exams. Each chapter follows a uniform outline to facilitate quick review of a topic, and the comprehensive nature of each chapter provides the depth required for written and oral standardized tests. Chapters incorporate authors from all specialties–Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, General Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Oculoplastic Surgery, and Dermatology–as well as encompass all aspects of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, from cosmetic to reconstructive to craniofacial.
Formatted like the bestselling "Pasha" (Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery) pocket guide, this text provides a condensed amount of high-yield information with a multidisciplinary approach to bring a broader range of insight into complex clinical challenges. Combining key insights from senior and junior authors, each chapter provides a unique perspective on the relevant information needed by those getting themselves established within the field.

Key features include:

Contributions by leaders in the field
Tabs for each section for quick access
Key terms and notes in bold and italics

Review
Despite its compact format, this book effectively covers the full spectrum of facial plastic surgery. Section 1 addresses basic concepts in facial surgery from instrumentation and suture material to facial analysis and principles of photography. The next 9 clinical sections cover the breadth of facial plastic surgery from facial nerve dysfunction and rehabilitation to pediatric facial plastic surgery. Each chapter addresses a specific, focused component of the overarching section, highlighting important topics with bolded texts and well-organized tables. In addition, each chapter contains excellent original illustrations of pertinent anatomy and surgical concepts. While illustrations are sparse as a function of the book's concision, they are used thoughtfully and effectively throughout and complement the text well. The combination of well-organized text, carefully constructed tables, and custom illustrations create an excellent review of the major topics within the specialty of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery from cosmetic rhinoplasty to major oncologic reconstruction. . . . Dr. Desai produced a well-organized, thorough review text that will be a great resource for physicians at all levels of training. He brought together a diverse group of leaders in their respective fields to create a review text that effectively covers the range of facial plastic surgery. This will be a trusted reference and is an excellent addition to the catalog of respected facial plastic and reconstructive surgery texts. –Gregory Kelts, MD, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery, May 2017

This book is an excellent pocket guide encompassing a wide range of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. It is formatted in a very similar way to the well-known Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery by Pasha.

The book is organised into major sections of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, encompassing reconstructive, cosmetic and craniofacial areas. Each chapter, which is co-written by a senior and junior author, provides concise and comprehensive information in an easy-to-read manner. The rhinoplasty, otoplasty, facial defect reconstruction and skin cancer sections are an excellent resource material in terms of succinct and concise information for trainees, particularly those preparing for the FRCS(ORL-HNS) exam and also the European Board Exam in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.

This book is an excellent reference pocket guide for trainees and, indeed, established specialists. I have not come across a similar book for facial plastic surgery, which makes it stand out in the market. It is also an excellent revision resource for exams. In summary, this clinical reference guide is an excellent, up-to-date and good value book which I would highly recommend to anyone interested in facial and reconstructive surgery. –Aftab Ahmed, Consultant ENT and Facial Plastic Surgeon, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, UK in ENT and Audiology News Sept/Oct 2017

About the Author
Shaun C. Desai, MD, is a full-time assistant professor of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the Johns Hopkins Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. His practice focuses exclusively on plastic surgery of the face, head, and neck and encompasses a broad spectrum of both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Desai's research interests include novel methods of microvascular reconstruction of the head and neck using innovative technology, and he is on a team of surgeons hoping to perform a series of face transplants at Johns Hopkins. He also has an interest in the diagnosis and management of malignant melanoma. He has received several research awards and grants and has published in several leading plastic surgery journals, including Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery, and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He has a particular interest in teaching and received the distinguished Resident Teaching Award at Washington University as voted upon by his peers. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and is board-certified by the AAO-HNS.