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To provide an annual conference devoted to sharing innovative plastic surgery techniques, technologies, procedures, and industry best practices.

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To support its members in their efforts to provide the highest quality patient care and maintain professional and ethical standards through ongoing educational programs.

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To research and report on developments in government health care policy and regulation, to coordinate a comprehensive multi-specialty survey of america's plastic surgeon practices, to identify key emerging issues in plastic surgery, and to report on findings through industry-wide publications and press releases.