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Countdown to PREPPED 2025: Transforming Futures in Plastic Surgery

The Arthur L. Garnes Society (ALGS) is excited to host PREPPED (Plastic Surgery Research, Education, and Preparation Promoting Equity and Diversity) once again, with just weeks remaining until the highly anticipated program begins. Taking place February 20-21, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada, PREPPED 2025 promises to deliver a transformative experience for aspiring surgeons.



The two-day immersive workshop offers hands-on training, case-based learning, and lectures tailored to rising fourth-year medical students. Participants will engage with expert faculty from diverse backgrounds and leading academic institutions nationwide. Topics covered include Common Consults, Body Contouring, Hand Radiology, Breast Reconstruction, and strategies for excelling in sub-internships and the residency application process.


PREPPED was designed to address systemic challenges in plastic surgery education by improving match outcomes for underrepresented students.


By equipping participants with critical skills and fostering mentorship opportunities, the program aims to diversify the physician workforce and reduce healthcare disparities.


Student participants for PREPPED 2025 were selected in 2024 through a competitive application process, ensuring a motivated cohort ready to advance their careers. The Garnes Society is the proud primary sponsor of this initiative and extends sincere gratitude to additional program sponsors whose generous contributions make this event possible.


With the countdown underway, the Garnes Society invites eligible students to join this groundbreaking program and take advantage of the unparalleled resources and mentorship offered. PREPPED 2025 reaffirms ALGS’s commitment to equity, education, and excellence within the plastic surgery community.


Don’t miss the chance to connect with leading experts, refine your skills, and step closer to achieving your goals in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Visit our website for more information or to secure your spot in PREPPED 2025.

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