> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.theplasticsfella.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Special Edition: Meet the new PlasticsFellows, behind the scenes podcast & future plans. - URL: https://www.theplasticsfella.com/april-7th/ - Published: 2024-04-07T13:45:13.000Z - Updated: 2024-04-07T13:55:11.000Z - Description: Also: Surgical Techniques, Basal Thumb Arthritis and Breast Recon Articles. - Author: PlasticsFella - Tags: thePlasticsPaper --- #### In this week's edition 1. ****✍️** [****Letter from P'Fella**](https://www.theplasticsfella.com/april-7th/#a-letter-from-pfella) thePlasticsFellows are here - say hi 👋 2. ****🤓** [****The Sunday Quiz**](https://www.theplasticsfella.com/april-7th/#the-sunday-quiz) New Season - $100 for the Winner! 3. ****🎈** [****Upcoming Events**](https://www.theplasticsfella.com/april-7th/#upcoming-events) 10 events in 2024\. 4. ****🚀** [****New Features**](https://www.theplasticsfella.com/april-7th/#new-features) P'Fella is building "Surgical Techniques" 5. ****🔥** [****3 Interesting Breast Articles**](https://www.theplasticsfella.com/april-7th/#articles-of-the-week) Flaps, Tips & Tricks, Early Discharges. With 1 sentence summaries! ## A Letter from P'Fella Meet your 4 new team members! 👋 ****Hey Friends!** This month, thanks to your unwavering support, ThePlasticsFella is growing. I'm thrilled to introduce our expanded team, who are as passionate and dedicated as ever to uplift our mission together 👇 I’m excited to share a **heartwarming** update that ushers in a new era for ThePlasticsFella. Your steadfast support has propelled us to a remarkable milestone. This month, I've welcomed **three paid educational fellows** and a **paid Editor** into our fold, each bringing their own passion and expertise. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/a0/9f/a09fd7b4-d396-4b28-aed3-b87e20483292/content/images/2024/04/Meet-the-Team-1.png) ### So how is this possible? To have 4 paid employees. **Well, to put it simple. Thanks to you.** This expansion is a direct result of our **community's support.** Every subscription, every piece of feedback has been reinvested into our mission to provide a unique, **independent educational experience**. It's your trust that has allowed us to maintain our autonomy and focus solely on what matters most—enhancing your learning journey. This past year alone, **we've seen our user base grow by >60%**, and our content library has nearly doubled in size. These milestones are a testament to the power of community support, and they motivate us to push the boundaries of what we can offer. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/a0/9f/a09fd7b4-d396-4b28-aed3-b87e20483292/content/images/2024/02/Zones-of-the-Hand-Journal-Club.png) Over the next nine months, our new team aims to create over **200 pieces** of new educational content, including: - **Main Articles**: Updated with the latest research and surgical advancements. - **Clinical Cases**: Expanded to cover a wider range of real-world scenarios. - **Surgical Techniques**: Enhanced with foundational & innovative procedures. - **Student Version**: tailored database to meet specific needs of students. - **Flashcard Database**: Updated for effective revision and memorization. ## Behind the scenes access If you want to follow this **journey** with the **team**, soon we'll be launching *Behind the 'Fella* \- a new podcast offering a raw, behind-the-scenes look at our educational platform. Dive into how we shape our team, enhance clinical and non-clinical skills, and engage with top experts to deepen our understanding and spark creativity. ❤️ P'Fella 💡 ****tl;dr** ****· Team Expansion**: Welcomed three educational fellows and an Editor/Content Coordinator. ****· Community Driven**: Your support has directly fueled our growth—40% increase in users, doubled content library. ****· New Content**: 200+ new articles, case studies, and more in the pipeline and a behind the scenes podcast. ## The Sunday Quiz New Season, $100 prize for the Winner Welcome to a ****new season** of The Weekly Quiz in thePlasticsPaper! This section has become a fan favorite, and while we've experimented with various formats previously, this season brings an exciting six-week quiz challenge. Each of the next ****six editions** of thePlasticsPaper will feature one quiz question. Stay sharp and participate each week for your chance to win a ****$100 voucher** at the end of the series. Let's kick off Week 1! 👇 ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/a0/9f/a09fd7b4-d396-4b28-aed3-b87e20483292/content/images/2022/08/Basal-Thumb-Osteoarthritis-Definition.png) ## Upcoming Events A Curated List of Webinars, Courses & Conferences ### ## New Features Surgical Techniques will be coming soon! Thanks to our new team, new educational tools are going to be added over the next few months! The goal is to curate a unique collection of surgical "recipes." These **step-by-step guides** will simplify complex procedures into manageable, easy-to-follow instructions. I am also reaching out to you, our community, to hear what specific techniques you're eager to learn about. This collaborative approach ensures that our content is directly tailored to your needs and interests. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/a0/9f/a09fd7b4-d396-4b28-aed3-b87e20483292/content/images/2024/04/Finger-Replanta.png) Example of a Surgical Technque Dive in and tell us which surgical techniques you want us to feature. Your input is crucial in shaping a practical, user-friendly resource that empowers you to excel in your practice. ## Articles of the Week 3 Breast Recon Articles! (with 1 sentence summaries) #### 3 Trending Articles 1. ****Tips and Tricks for Breast Recon** ([PRS](https://journals.lww.com/plasreconsurg/fulltext/2024/04000/oncoplastic%5Ftechniques%5Fand%5Ftricks%5Fto%5Fhave%5Fin%5Fyour.5.aspx?ref=theplasticsfella.com), April 2024) A guide to integrating aesthetic techniques with cancer surgery to improve both the oncologic and cosmetic outcomes after partial mastectomies. 2. ****Same day discharge post breast reconstruction** ([PRS](https://journals.lww.com/plasreconsurg/fulltext/2024/04000/same%5Fday%5Fdischarge%5Ffor%5Fimmediate%5Fbreast.6.aspx?ref=theplasticsfella.com), April 2024) Research on 14,387 patients shows that same-day discharge after breast reconstruction with tissue expanders is as safe as next-day discharge, reducing hospital costs and the risk of infection without increasing complications. 3. ****DIEP vs PAP vs LAP** ([PRS](https://journals.lww.com/plasreconsurg/abstract/9900/%5Fdiep%5Fflap%5Fvs%5Fpap%5Fflap%5Fvs%5Flap%5Fflap%5F%5Fa%5Fpropensity.2278.aspx?ref=theplasticsfella.com), March 2024) The study compared DIEP, PAP, and LAP flaps and found no significant difference in patient satisfaction across the three methods, though LAP flaps were rated higher aesthetically in a direct comparison. ## Thanks for reading this... ### I hope you enjoyed it 😄 ---