Matilde Tettamanzi, MD
ISAPS Resident

Foad Nahai Award for Patient Safety:

Optimizing Gynecomastia Correction Surgery: Efficacy and Safety of Tumescent Local Anesthesia Approach
Matilde Tettamanzi et al, Italy

ISAPS: Congratulations on receiving the FOAD NAHAI AWARD for Patient Safety! What does it mean for you to receive this award, and what does it represent?
TETTAMANZI: Thank you so much! Receiving the FOAD NAHAI AWARD for Patient Safety is truly an incredible honor. It represents not only a personal milestone in my career but also a meaningful recognition of the values I hold dearest as a surgeon— safety, innovation, and dedication to patient care. It’s especially humbling to be acknowledged by ISAPS, an organization that sets the global standard for excellence in aesthetic surgery. This award inspires me to continue pushing boundaries while always keeping patient safety at the forefront.

ISAPS: You received the award at the ISAPS Olympiad World Congress Awards Ceremony. How was your experience at the Congress, and what makes the ISAPS Congress something unique?
TETTAMANZI: The ISAPS Olympiad World Congress was incredibly inspiring and enriching! Being surrounded by the world’s most respected experts, sharing ideas, and learning from the very best in our field was an unforgettable experience. What truly sets the ISAPS Congress apart is its unique blend of scientific excellence, global collaboration, and a strong sense of unity and shared purpose. It felt like being part of a passionate family that’s collectively shaping the future of aesthetic surgery. I left the Congress deeply inspired. 

ISAPS: What do you envision for our specialty in the next five years concerning the impact of technology on patient safety?
TETTAMANZI: I believe we are entering a truly transformative era in aesthetic surgery. Over the next five years, advancements in technology such as AI and 3D imaging will revolutionize the way we plan and perform procedures, dramatically enhancing precision and safety. These innovations will empower us to personalize treatments even more and anticipate potential risks before they arise. The synergy between technology and human expertise will lead to safer outcomes and elevate patient care to unprecedented levels.

ISAPS: What are the main benefits of being an ISAPS Resident member, and what does it mean to be part of the #ISAPSFamily?
TETTAMANZI: Being an ISAPS Resident member is an incredible privilege. It provides access to education, mentorship, and a global network of professionals who are passionate about excellence in aesthetic surgery. More than that, being part of the ISAPS Family means belonging to a community that values growth, collaboration, and shared purpose. It’s both inspiring and empowering to know that we’re not just training to be surgeons, we’re being nurtured to become global leaders in our field!

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