The Changing Face of Plastic Surgery: How Social Media Reflects Parenthood

Plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) is seeing more women in training and leadership roles. This shift brings up important questions about pregnancy and parenthood during residency. A recent study looked at how PRS programs use social media to show these topics from 2020 to 2025. The study checked how often pregnancy and parenthood were shown on social media. It also looked at how this related to the gender mix, location, and ranking of the programs. The findings suggest that social media can be a powerful tool for showing the real experiences of trainees. However, the study also found that not all programs show these topics equally. Some programs might be better at representing the challenges and joys of parenthood during training. This could be due to different policies or cultures within the programs. The study highlights the need for more open discussions about parenthood in PRS training. It also shows how social media can be used to support and inspire future trainees. By sharing real stories, programs can help break down barriers and create a more inclusive environment.