Explore the Premier Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

For over 70 years, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has been the gold standard reference for specialists in the field of plastic surgery and those who work alongside them. As the official journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, it is a coveted benefit of Society membership and is also available via subscription.

Stay Up-to-Date with the Latest Techniques and Advancements

This esteemed journal provides subscribers with access to cutting-edge reports on the latest techniques and follow-ups in all areas of plastic and reconstructive surgery, including:

• Breast reconstruction
• Experimental studies
• Maxillofacial reconstruction
• Hand and microsurgery
• Burn repair
• Cosmetic surgery
• Merciolegal issues

The cosmetic section offers expanded coverage on new procedures and techniques, featuring more cosmetic-specific content than any other journal.

Unlock a Wealth of Resources

All subscribers enjoy full access to the Journal’s website, which features:

• Broadcast quality videos of reconstructive and cosmetic procedures
• Podcasts
• Comprehensive article archives dating back to 1946
• Additional benefits offered by the newly-redesigned website

Submission Guidelines

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery invites submissions of significant papers on any aspect of plastic surgery, including original clinical or laboratory research, operative procedures, comprehensive reviews, cosmetic surgery, as well as selected ideas and innovations, letters, case reports, and announcements of educational courses, meetings, and symposia.

A Monthly, Peer-Reviewed Publication

As a monthly, peer-reviewed publication, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is dedicated to chronicling the present and laying the experimental and clinical foundations for future advances in clinical plastic and reconstructive surgery.

With a potential global reach of over 13 million end-users through the Ovid online database, and free access to surgeons, hospitals, and medical schools in Third World countries through the Hinari program, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is the premier print and online source for monthly, peer-reviewed articles on plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Supporting the Mission of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

The purpose of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is to support the overall mission of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, which is to promote the highest quality patient care and maintain professional and ethical standards through education, research, and advocacy of socioeconomic and other professional activities.

Recent Issues

Explore our recent issues:

• Volume 151, January 2023, Issue 1, pp: 1-235, 1e-189e
• Volume 151, February 2023, Issue 2, pp: 237-462, 190e-366e
• Volume 151, March 2023, Issue 3, pp: 463-685, 367e-541e
• Volume 151, April 2023, Issue 4, pp: 687-920, 542e-708e
• Volume 151, May 2023, Issue 5, pp: 921-1113, 709e-898e
• Volume 151, June 2023, Issue 6, pp: 1115-1348, 899e-1058e
• Volume 152, July 2023, Issue 1, pp: 1-253, 1e-204e
• Volume 152, August 2023, Issue 2, pp: 255-473, 205e-375e
• Volume 152, September 2023, Issue 3, pp: 477-690, 376e-558e
• Volume 152, October 2023, Issue 4, pp: 693-922, 559e-772e
• Volume 152, November 2023, Issue 5, pp: 923-1143, 773e-971e
• Volume 152, December 2023, Issue 6, pp: 1145-1380, 972e-1193e