ISAPS: Congratulations on receiving the Rapid-Fire, Gold Award in Singapore! What are the essential insights and key takeaways from your presentation?
RAMASAMY: Severe grade gynecomastia poses a unique challenge, particularly when aiming to achieve excellent results without leaving significant scars, which are often unacceptable for individuals with darker skin tones. Through years of practice, we've developed techniques during and post-surgery to avoid the typical scars associated with a double incision mastectomy.
- We utilize a plaster lift technique post-surgery to reshape excess skin
- Extensive internal quilting helps prevent seromas
- We employ power devices, such as ultrasound-assisted liposuction, to enhance skin tightening.
These techniques are the culmination of 16 years of learning and experience. Although this is a short presentation, I am thrilled to have received a gold medal for my work.
ISAPS: You were a speaker at the Residents’ Symposium in Singapore. What would be your advice for residents looking to develop their careers in aesthetics?
RAMASAMY: We must be committed to educating the next generation of plastic surgeons. Drawing from my experience, I'd like to offer some advice for young plastic surgeons aspiring to specialize in aesthetic plastic surgery:
**Success takes time**: Be patient, as accomplishments won’t come overnight.
**The pillars of success**: Hard work, sincerity, critical thinking, and consistency are crucial for success.
**Learning from experience**: Textbooks are merely guides; real-world experience is your greatest teacher.
**Value of skills over technology**: While high-tech machines are fascinating, surgical skills remain paramount.
**Embrace life and its impact**: Life is short; be happy, make your clients happy, and strive to make a positive change in their lives.
These insights stem from years of practice and dedication, and I hope they guide new surgeons on their journey.
ISAPS: We are already looking forward to the next ISAPS World Congress in Cancun, Mexico—what aspect of the meeting are you most excited about?
RAMASAMY: ISAPS excels in educating young plastic surgeons and defining essential skills for their practice. Each year, they introduce innovative sessions to enhance the conference experience. The next conference in Cancun, Mexico, promises to be a fantastic event. Having visited Cancun for vacation this year, I can attest to its beauty and the exciting adventure parks it offers. I’m looking forward to both the fun and the wealth of learning opportunities awaiting in Cancun!