Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Medical and Healthcare Area

Specialist training in the prevention, diagnosis and surgical treatment of congenital and acquired conditions requiring reconstructive, corrective and aesthetic procedures, with particular emphasis on plastic surgery, cranio-maxillofacial surgery and burn care.

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Director Prof. Michele Maruccia
Department DiMePRe-J - Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area
Duration 5 years · 300 ECTS
Area / Class Surgical Area · Class of General and Specialist Surgery
Admission National competition for Medical Area Specialization Schools reserved for medical graduates
Degree awarded Specialization Diploma in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

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Training profile

The Specialization School in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery trains medical specialists with advanced expertise in reconstructive, aesthetic, hand and cranio-maxillofacial surgery, as well as in the management of complex wounds and post-traumatic conditions.

The training programme integrates theoretical, clinical, professional and research activities carried out within the accredited training network and at the Major Burn Centre of the Bari University Hospital.

Skills developed

  • Post-traumatic and post-oncological reconstructive plastic surgery.
  • Aesthetic surgery of the face and body.
  • Reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery.
  • Management of burns and complex tissue defects.
  • Clinical, professional and research activities in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.

Access and admission

Admission is through the national competition for Medical Area Specialization Schools reserved for medical graduates, published annually by the Italian Ministry of University and Research.

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Reference regulations

Administrative management

Administrative procedures concerning the Specialization Schools are managed by the U.O. Scuole di Specializzazione .

For information regarding enrolment, registration, academic career, tuition fees, transfers, certificates and administrative procedures.

Contacts

Director Prof. Michele Maruccia
Department DiMePRe-J - Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area
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Administrative management U.O. Scuole di Specializzazione