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When surgery changes a face, it can change an entire life. Dr. Cristian Martinez, Head Maxillofacial Surgery at Diego Thompson Hospital (Argentina), reveals how minimally invasive orthognathic surgery significantly affect post-operative recovery times and patients' quality of life. Beyond aesthetics.

Dr. Spies from the BarmHERZige Brüder Hospital in Regensburg is certain that digital workflows in hand surgery offer several advantages. Digital workflows in hand surgery deliver better results. The difference is particularly noticeable in corrective surgery: more precise planning, greater safety for the surgeon and faster recovery. (Video is in german language)

Dr. Stefan Quadlbauer from the Lorenz Böhler Accident Hospital in Vienna explains how digital 3D reconstruction has become an indispensable tool in surgical planning for complex fractures.

While simpler cases do not necessarily require these advanced tools, current best practice increasingly recommends the use of 3D reconstruction in all scenarios. (Video is in german language)

Dr. Michael Malek from Kepler University Hospital GmbH in Linz talks about Genioplasty, FacialAugmentation, and OrthognathicSurgery – procedures that are much more than just aesthetics.

How often do patients come to the Linz clinic with the desire for an aesthetic facial correction? And how does Dr. Malek address these concerns? (Video is in german language)

Is hand surgery just about function? PD Dr. Inga Besmens,specialist in hand surgery and plastic surgery, shows that aesthetics matter too. Every scar and contour shapes a patient’s identity.

Prof. Dr Mohssen Hakimi from Vivantes Hospital in Berlin explains today inwhich factors contribute to the success of an operation. When does he choose a TOUCH prosthesis and when does he choose a trapeziectomy? And how can prosthetics in hand surgery be further simplified?

Mr Greg Pickering reveals the moments that call for CT-based 3D planning. From complex multi-fragment injuries to major displacements, he explains when digital planning becomes essential and how patient-specific implants are designed and adapted through virtual modeling.

Swiss hand specialist Dr Tom Adler explores the future of surgical innovation. Digital navigation for hand arthroplasty remains a critical priority, with patient-specific guides poised to transform surgical precision and outcomes.

In this episode, PD Dr. Miriam Marks, Senior Research Associate at Schulthess Clinic, shares how AI is transforming medical research. In an era of AI hype, Dr. Marks offers the perfect blend of innovation and caution that every medical researcher needs to hear.

New plates, new perspectives - here’s what's actually changing. PD Dr. Dr. med. Florian Früh, the very first surgeon worldwide to use the Y-plate for a complex finger fracture - opens up about his hands-on experience.

Hear from Dr. Kevin C. Chung, a world-renowned hand surgeon and professor at the University of Michigan, as he outlines a structured approach to surgeon-industry collaboration.

PD Dr. med. Philipp Honigmann from the Hand Centre in Pratteln, near Basel, a pioneer bridging hand surgery with cutting-edge 3D technology. His bold prediction? The future lies in software, not pure hardware.

Mr. White, expert Upper Limb Surgeon, unpacks why elbow fractures are uniquely complex, highlighting the importance of implant choice, case-by-case strategy and vital role of strong collaboration between surgeons and manufacturers

Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Benjamin Panzram, an expert in complex trauma and reconstructive surgery, shares his experience with the KeriMedical TOUCH prosthesis - explaining why he chooses KeriTouch, offering tips for first-time users, and outlining his post-op care approach.

Mr. Rishi Dhir of Princess Alexandra Hospital, known for training over 1,500 registrars worldwide through his "Let's Talk Dr" platform, shares essential advice on elbow treatment for future surgeons and highlights why the right instruments are critical for surgical outcomes.

Incoming FESSH President Zaf Naqui shares his vision for the society's evolution, how VR and digital tools may complement traditional wet lab training to reduce learning curves for surgical techniques.

Dr Jan Debeij, MD PhD MSc, from Haga Hospital in The Hague, discussing digital planning in hand and wrist surgery on the sidelines of the FESSH Hand Congress in Helsinki.

IBRA member Mr Abbas Rashid from the university college in London (UCLH) tackles the questions every shoulder and elbow specialist needs answered.