A Survey of Volunteer Reconstructive Surgery Performed Outside of Canada By Canadian Plastic Surgeons

Abstract

Background:

Members of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons have been offering humanitarian services to countries outside of Canada since the 1960s.

Objective:

To document the extent of voluntary reconstructive services performed by members of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Method:

A survey was sent to all members of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons asking them to list the extent of their voluntary services.

Results:

Over 80 Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons members have performed voluntary reconstructive services with more than 40 organizations in over 60 countries.

Conclusion:

These voluntary services provide a significant benefit to patients around the world and are rewarding for the surgeons who perform them.