About Annals in Action: Plastic Surgery Insights on the Go
Annals in Action brings you the latest advancements and discussions in plastic surgery, straight from the pages of the Annals of Plastic Surgery journal. This podcast dives deeper into the articles, summarizing complex topics for busy professionals. Join us for insightful interviews with leading authors, engaging case studies, and practical takeaways you can apply to your daily practice. Annals in Action is your essential audio companion to stay informed and inspired in the ever-evolving field of plastic surgery.
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Panambur Laxminarayan (Lax) Bhandari and Brad Hill
In this episode of Annals in Action, Dr. Hill, Dr. Mubang, and Logan are joined by Dr. Patrick Assi and Dr. Daniel Cuzzone to discuss Dr. Assi's analysis of modern precision rhinoplasty techniques (article) and the evolution and future of the discipline. Additionally, we encourage you to check out Dr. Assi's recent commentary in Annals of Plastic Surgery on "Precision" Hybrid Rhinoplasty.
We invite listeners to engage with the team and encourage everyone to share feedback, questions, or topic suggestions by emailing DL-AnnalsinActionPodcast@wolterskluwer.com
Music Credit: Sweet Talks by Limuji from freetouse.com
17 Aug 2026
Episode 10
In this episode of Annals in Action, Dr. Hill and Dr. Mubang are joined by guests Dr. Michael Golinko and Dr. Raymond Harshburger to discuss their analysis of trends in craniofacial surgery job opportunities over the past two decades and their work with the American Society of Craniofacial Surgeons' Outreach Task Force. Additionally, we welcome Logan Spiegelman from FIU HWCOM as a Guest Producer and new contributor to the Podcast
We invite listeners to engage with the team and encourage everyone to share feedback, questions, or topic suggestions by emailing DL-AnnalsinActionPodcast@wolterskluwer.com
Music Credit: Sweet Talks by Limuji from freetouse.com
17 Aug 2026
Dr. Bradley Hill, Dr. Ronnie Mubang
In this episode of Annals in Action, Dr. Hill and Dr. Mubang are joined by guests Dr. Michael Golinko and Dr. Raymond Harshburger to discuss their analysis of trends in craniofacial surgery job opportunities over the past two decades and their work with the American Society of Craniofacial Surgeons' Outreach Task Force. Additionally, we welcome Logan Spiegelman from FIU HWCOM as a Guest Producer and new contributor to the Podcast
We invite listeners to engage with the team and encourage everyone to share feedback, questions, or topic suggestions by emailing DL-AnnalsinActionPodcast@wolterskluwer.com
Music Credit: Sweet Talks by Limuji from freetouse.com
24 Mar 2026
Episode 9
In this episode of Annals in Action, Brad and Ben are joined by cohost Dr. Ronnie Mubang, who recently joined the faculty at Vanderbilt Plastic Surgery after completing his plastic surgery residency there, following prior training in general surgery, acute care surgery, and burn surgery. We begin by discussing our recent editorial in the February issue inviting listeners to engage with the team and encourage everyone to share feedback, questions, or topic suggestions by emailing DL-AnnalsinActionPodcast@Wolterskluwer.com (Ann Plast Surg. 2026;96(2):125-6. DOI:10.1097/SAP.0000000000004630). Dr. Mubang then reviews an NSQIP-based analysis examining outcomes in geriatric patients undergoing panniculectomy, which identified a significantly increased risk of pulmonary embolism in this population, although the discussion explores why these observations may not necessarily translate into major changes in operative practice (Ann Plast Surg. 2026;96(3):218-222. DOI:10.1097/SAP.0000000000004635). Brad highlights a retrospective study evaluating the timing and outcomes of free flap reconstruction for high-voltage electrical burns of the extremities. The discussion focuses on the complex balance between delayed reconstruction, flap survival, and limb salvage, emphasizing that while free tissue transfer may restore limb viability and function, successful flap survival does not always equate to full functional recovery (Ann Plast Surg. 2026;96(3):228-232. DOI:10.1097/SAP.0000000000004627). Also, keep a look out for a bonus episode where we review an interesting case!
Music credit: Sweet talks by Limuji from freetouse.com
2 Dec 2025
Episode 8
In this episode, Brad reviews a systematic evaluation of local antibiotic delivery systems for infection prophylaxis in implant-based breast reconstruction, highlighting the promising reductions in surgical-site infection and implant loss achieved with biodegradable beads, PMMA antibiotic plates, and continuous postoperative irrigation—while underscoring the evidence gaps that persist due to uniformly retrospective designs (Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(5):499–505. DOI: 10.1097/SAP.0000000000004416). Lax discusses his recent case series examining the multifaceted challenges of managing hand injuries in patients with significant psychiatric comorbidities, emphasizing the recurrent barriers to care including impaired consent capacity, altered surgical planning, high rates of self-injury, and substantial loss to follow-up that complicate outcomes and demand integrated psychiatric–surgical care pathways (Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(5):511–515. DOI: 10.1097/SAP.0000000000004503). Ben covers an updated systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating acellular dermal matrix as an adjunct in primary and secondary palatoplasty, detailing how pooled contemporary data demonstrate a significant reduction in postoperative oronasal fistula formation when ADM is incorporated into repair, reaffirming its value as a reliable tool in reconstruction (Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(5):516–521. DOI: 10.1097/SAP.0000000000004483).
Music credit: Sweet talks by Limuji from freetouse.com
12 Sept 2025
Episode 7
In this episode, Brad breaks down a multicenter study of the Burn Model Systems National Database that investigates disparities in burn scar reconstruction utilization, demonstrating significant variation based on geography, gender, and insurance type (Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(2):146–150, DOI: 10.1097/SAP.0000000000004360). Lax discusses a retrospective analysis exploring how diabetes and metformin use influence the development of painful neuromas following lower extremity amputation, revealing a paradoxical protective effect of diabetes on neuroma risk (Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(2):170–177, DOI: 10.1097/SAP.0000000000004419). Ben reviews a national cohort study assessing the relative impact of body mass index and hemoglobin A1c on short-term wound complications after breast reconstruction, highlighting the surprising lack of predictive value of HbA1c compared to BMI (Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(2):188–195, DOI: 10.1097/SAP.0000000000004369).
Music credit: Sweet talks by Limuji from freetouse.com
29 May 2025
Episode 6
Brad analyzes carpal tunnel syndrome information quality across social media and AI, Lax discusses vascularized composite allotransplantation of the uterus, and Ben breaks down upper limb squamous cell carcinoma.
18 Mar 2025
Episode 5
In this episode, Brad offered a comprehensive review of the use of drains in plastic surgery, delving into their roles, advantages, and implications in various surgical contexts. Lax provided an insightful discussion on the reverse sural flaps, highlighting their techniques, applications, and significance in reconstructive procedures. Finaly, the episode features an engaging interview with Ben Savitz, a dedicated research fellow, who shared his experience and valuable perspectives in the field of plastic surgery research.
Music credit: Sweet talks by Limuji from freetouse.com
14 Jan 2025
Episode 4
Dr. Golinko and Lax share innovative plastic surgery techniques, including a new app for image guidance and enhanced latissimus flap reach, delivering improved patient outcomes.
5 Nov 2024
Episode 3
In the third episode of Annals in Action, Dr. Kyle Gabbrick joins us to share his thoughts on blepharoplasty and brow lift. Dr. Hill discusses the impact of ChatGPT on publications and Dr. Bhandari looks at an interesting study comparing limb salvage between poly trauma patients and isolated limb injury patients.
8 Oct 2024
Episode 2
In the second episode, we discuss Neurocutaneous flap based on lateral cutaneous nerve of forearm, the impact of Dobbs v. Jackson on Breast Cancer Treatment, and use of drains in gender affirming mastectomies. Dr. William Lineaweaver, the Editor-in-Chief of Annals of Plastic Surgery joins us for an interview to discuss what it is like to be the Editor.
29 Jul 2024
Episode 1
In this inaugural episode, we discuss open versus endoscopic carpal tunnel procedures, ulnar nerve compressions, and an exciting interview with the Editor-in-Chief of Annals, Dr. Lineweaver.
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