Addressing Ethics in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery: Societa Italiana di Chirurgia Plastica Ricostruttiva ed Estetica's Social Media Policy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The pervasive influence of social media on plastic surgery necessitates a robust ethical framework to guide professional conduct online. The Società Italiana di Chirurgia Plastica Ricostruttiva ed Estetica (SICPRE) recognized the need for an ethical code that addresses the unique challenges posed by social media in the field of plastic surgery.

Methods

A dedicated group, referred to as the Social Media Chat, was formed within SICPRE in November 2022. The group comprised members with varying levels of expertise, including the SICPRE president, plastic surgeons, professors, and residents. Through a comprehensive review of existing ethical codes and social media policies from 26 national and international plastic surgery societies, the group identified key ethical co

SUBMITTER: Schonauer F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11805567 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature