Exciting Developments in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

New York, NY, January 29, 2009 --(PR.com)-- Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is considered the standard reference in its field. Published by Thieme, the third edition presents a comprehensive, single-volume survey. This newly revised book includes brand new chapters on areas such as pediatric rhinoplasty, anti-aging medicine and fat transplantation.

Continuous technological and surgical innovations provide medical professionals with ever-increasing options. “Within these pages the medical community will discover the most current information on exciting developments in plastic and reconstructive surgery, created by a team of authors-- all of whom are leaders in the field. Core information in each subject area, along with clinical details, are extensively covered and lavishly illustrated. Several new chapters on a wide variety of procedures and treatments such as minimally invasive cosmetic operations are welcome additions to the book," says editor Ira D. Papel, MD, with the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is widely considered one of the most essential books devoted to the area. Over the years, this text has been the source of board questions for facial plastic surgery as well as otolaryngology board examinations and is universally recognized as the standard reference for both students and medical professionals.

About the Author

Ira D. Papel, MD, is associate professor in the division of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, at the Johns Hopkins Univeristy School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland.

About Thieme

Thieme Publishing Group is a privately held scientific and medical publishing house employing more than 950 people and maintaining offices in seven cities, including New York, Delhi, Stuttgart and three other locations in Germany. Founded in 1886, the Thieme name has become synonymous with high quality and excellence in medical and scientific publishing. Today, Thieme is the market leading publisher of neurosurgical content and holds strong market positions in orthopedics, radiology, anatomy and chemistry, among other specialties. Thieme publishes 137 peer-reviewed journals and over 500 new books annually. The company also has a rapidly growing array of web-based products in medicine and science. Popular online products include Thieme eJournals and the Thieme Electronic Book Library, which are accessible via thieme-connect.com, Thieme's platform for electronic products. New anatomy resources include the thiemeteachingassistant.com for faculty, and winkingskull.com for students. Please visit thieme.com for additional information.

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