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What can a global community bring to a young surgeon’s training?

For craniofacial fellow Shelby Nathan, ISCFS has opened doors to international research, meaningful mentorship, and connections that extend far beyond the operating room.

In “Elevating Training Through Global Community: A Fellow’s Journey with ISCFS,” she reflects on the people and experiences shaping her path into academic practice.

Read her story on page 30 of our newsletter:
www.iscfs.org/ Link in bio.

#ISCFS #YoungSurgeons #CraniofacialSurgery #SurgicalEducation by @iscfs

Severe maxillary hypoplasia. Significant dental crowding. Could one treatment strategy address both?

In our ISCFS Newsletter, Drs. Ming Cai, Min Zhu, and Huilin Wang explore a single-stage approach combining anterior maxillary and Le Fort I distraction osteogenesis for severe cleft-related maxillary hypoplasia.

Discover how digital surgical planning supports this combined technique, with a clinical case illustrating the outcomes at 24-month follow-up.

Read “A Single-Stage Strategy” on pages 18–20: www.iscfs.org. Link in bio.

#ISCFS #CraniofacialSurgery #CleftCare #DistractionOsteogenesis by @iscfs

From distraction osteogenesis to segmental osteotomies, bimaxillary surgery, surgery-first protocols, and patient-specific fixation, this month’s “My Way” brings together practical pearls from experienced craniofacial surgeons to help navigate some of the most complex skeletal deformities we treat.

💬 What is your most valuable pearl for cleft orthognathic surgery?

👉Read 'Pearls for Cleft Orthognathic Surgery' on pages 10-14 of our latest ISCFS Newsletter: www.iscfs.org/. Link in bio.

#CraniofacialSurgery #OrthognathicSurgery #CleftCare #CleftLipPalate #Craniofacial by @iscfs

Who will train the next generation of craniofacial orthodontists?
This month’s Orthodontic Corner explores the importance of structured education, mentorship, and international collaboration to preserve expertise and strengthen multidisciplinary craniofacial care worldwide.

Learn more in the latest issue of the ISCFS Newsletter: www.iscfs.org (Link in bio).

#Orthodontics #CraniofacialOrthodontics #CraniofacialSurgery #CleftCare #DentalEducation by @iscfs

ISCFS is in Athens!
We’re excited to be attending EACMFS 2026 with our ISCFS booth!
Come and meet the ISCFS team, discover more about our society, connect with colleagues, and get a first look at what’s coming next.

👋Visit us at Booth B10, Level -1

And while you’re there, mark your calendar!
ISCFS Congress 2027
September 7–10, 2027
Rotterdam, The Netherlands

@eacmfs by @iscfs

ISCFS takes the stage at EACMFS 2026!
This morning, September 16 at 9:00 AM, the ISCFS Session brought together an outstanding group of international experts for an inspiring exchange of knowledge, experience, and perspectives in craniofacial surgery.

🎤 Featuring:
• Dr. Irene Mathijssen — ISCFS President
• Dr. Mert Calis
• Dr. Richard Hopper — ISCFS Past President
• Dr. Roman Khonsari — ISCFS Council
• Dr. Chad Purnell

We are proud to see the ISCFS community represented by such an exceptional faculty and to contribute to the scientific program here in Athens.

@eacmfs @profdrmertcalis @romankhonsari @chadpurnellmd by @iscfs

Join us on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4 pm UTC for an in-depth discussion on “Cleft and Facial Bone Grafting” with panelists Drs. Jeffrey Hammoudeh (United States), Michael Krimmel (Germany), and Tae Suk Oh (South Korea).

Register at https://www.iscfs.org/webinars/ by @iscfs

Beyond diagnosis and imaging, AI has the potential to streamline documentation, improve implant traceability, optimize operating room workflows, and reduce administrative burden, allowing surgeons to spend more time focused on patients.
How do you think AI will change craniofacial surgery over the next decade?

Learn more in the latest issue of the ISCFS Newsletter:
www.iscfs.org. Link in bio.

#ArtificialIntelligence #AIinMedicine #CraniofacialSurgery #MedicalTechnology #SurgicalInnovation by @iscfs

Modern cleft lip repair stands on centuries of surgical innovation. This fascinating historical review traces the evolution of cleft surgery: from medieval descriptions by Jehan Yperman to the groundbreaking work of Ambroise Paré, Mirault, and others whose techniques laid the foundation for today’s reconstructive procedures.
Read the full article in the July ISCFS Newsletter.

Read now: www.iscfs.org. Link in bio.

#CraniofacialSurgery #CleftLip #CleftCare #ReconstructiveSurgery #MedicalHistory by @iscfs

Join us on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4 pm UTC for an in-depth discussion on “Cleft and Facial Bone Grafting” with panelists Drs. Jeffrey Hammoudeh (United States), Michael Krimmel (Germany), and Tae Suk Oh (South Korea).

Register at https://www.iscfs.org/webinars/ (Link in bio). by @iscfs

📖 The latest issue of the ISCFS Newsletter is here!

Volume 3, Number 3 brings together new perspectives and expert insights from across the craniofacial field.

In this issue:
🧠 Neurosurgery Corner
💬 Psychosocial Aspects
🩺 MY Way: Cleft Orthognathic Surgery

Explore the latest issue and stay connected with the ISCFS community.

Read now: iscfs.org/. Link in bio.

#ISCFS #CraniofacialSurgery #Craniofacial #Neurosurgery #CleftSurgery by @iscfs

As cleft care evolves, so must access to advanced procedures like orthognathic surgery. This initiative highlights a sustainable, bi-directional partnership model, empowering local teams while expanding comprehensive care in resource-constrained settings.

Read now: https://www.iscfs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ISCFS-Newsletter-3.2.pdf.

#craniofacialsurgery #iscfs #globalhealth #cleftcare #orthognathicsurgery #humanitarianmedicine by @iscfs