Sculpting Success: Staffing Strategies for the Modern Plastic Surgery Practice Thursday, October 9 Thu, Oct 9 5:00-6:00 p.m. CDT

As plastic surgery practices evolve to meet increasing patient demand and expand service offerings, the strategic integration of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other advanced practice providers has become an essential component of sustainable growth. This session will examine best practices for recruiting, onboarding, and retaining these team members, with an emphasis on role definition, productivity alignment, and compliant incentive structures. Attendees will explore models that optimize clinical efficiency, maintain quality of care, and support team-based practice in both aesthetic and reconstructive settings.

Upon completion of this learning activity, participants should be able to:

1. Identify the roles and scope of practice for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other providers in plastic surgery settings.
2. Evaluate best practices for hiring, onboarding, and integrating advanced practice providers into multidisciplinary teams.
3. Design incentive structures and performance metrics that align with clinical goals, compliance requirements, and provider satisfaction.