Aesthetic Surgery Journal

Aesthetic Surgery Journal is a peer-reviewed international journal focusing on scientific developments and clinical techniques in aesthetic surgery. The official publication of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), ASJ is also the official English-language journal of many major international societies of plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery representing South America, Central America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. It is also the official journal of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, the Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and The Rhinoplasty Society.

ASJ’s current Impact Factor is 3.480.* In the Journal Citation Reports (Web of Science Group, 2019), ASJ ranked 33rd out of 203 journals in the overall surgery category.

* 2018 Journal Impact Factor, Journal Citation Reports (Web of Science Group, 2019)

ASJ Mission
The mission of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal is to advance the science, art, and safe practice of aesthetic surgery and cosmetic medicine through the publication of peer-reviewed, evidence-based clinical and research articles.

ASJ Vision
To be the world's leading journal in the fields of aesthetic surgery and cosmetic treatments through timely publication of peer-reviewed, evidence-based articles promoting improved outcomes and patient safety.

Included in the Journal are:

Original research and review articles on topics relevant to the safe and effective practice of aesthetic surgery including anatomical studies, outcomes of clinical techniques, and patient safety
Original articles outlining technical details of established and developing aesthetic surgical and non-surgical treatments for enhancement of the face, body, and skin
Original contributions, review articles, and commentary from related disciplines such as anesthesiology, bariatric surgery, dermatology, genetics, psychiatry, psychology, oncology, and radiology
Important research and techniques in reconstructive surgical procedures having a significant aesthetic component
Scientific evaluation and commentary regarding the effects of aesthetic surgical and nonsurgical interventions on such measures as quality of life, psychological and social functioning, and self-esteem in diverse gender, age, and cultural contexts
Developments in the broadening relationship of aesthetic surgery to the full range of medical and allied health care fields

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