Patna: At AIIMS Patna on Friday, the second day of a joint workshop organised by the Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (IAAPS) and the Bihar Jharkhand Plastic Surgeons Association (BJPSA) brought together surgeons to discuss emerging techniques in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, with a focus on minimally invasive procedures and training in residency programmes.
The day began with a formal inauguration before moving into academic sessions and live demonstrations that highlighted the growing use of Botox and dermal fillers in facial rejuvenation. Speakers emphasised a shift in aesthetic practice towards subtle enhancement and patient-specific outcomes rather than dramatic alteration.
Among the key presentations, Dr Sheeja Rajan spoke on fat grafting techniques, describing it as an area that requires close attention to biological consistency and long-term results. Dr Maneesh Singhal addressed challenges in aesthetic training during surgical residency, calling for greater integration of cosmetic procedures into early medical education. Dr Aditya Aggarwal presented work on lipoabdominoplasty combined with three-dimensional body liposculpting, outlining advances in body contouring approaches.
The sessions also included panel discussions and interactive exchanges between faculty and trainees, with participants debating evolving standards, safety protocols and ethical considerations in aesthetic practice.
Organisers said the workshop was intended to encourage collaboration and knowledge-sharing among specialists. The discussions repeatedly returned to the importance of patient safety, ethical practice and maintaining clinical standards amid growing demand for aesthetic procedures.
The event continues to underscore how aesthetic surgery is increasingly being positioned at the intersection of medical science, technical precision and evolving patient expectations.
