Advancing Excellence in Facial Plastic Surgery Across Europe Since 1977
The European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery (EAFPS) is the pan-European professional home for board-certified facial plastic surgeons. Since our founding in 1977, we’ve fostered the highest standards of surgical excellence, continuing education, and patient safety across 70+ countries. Whether you’re seeking a qualified surgeon or advancing your professional expertise, EAFPS connects you with Europe’s most accomplished facial plastic surgery specialists.
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Europe’s Premier Academy for Facial Plastic Surgery Excellence
The European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery represents the continent’s most rigorous professional standard in facial plastic surgery. Our membership comprises board-certified specialists trained in Otorhinolaryngology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery, Ophthalmology, and Dermatology disciplines essential to facial plastic surgical practice. EAFPS is recognized across Europe for maintaining uncompromising standards in surgical competence, continuing medical education, ethical practice, and patient safety. We provide our members with exclusive access to cutting-edge research, global networking opportunities, and world-class educational programs that advance the specialty. Our commitment to excellence has positioned EAFPS as the trusted voice in European facial plastic surgery for nearly 50 years.
Founded
1977
Countries represented
70+
Board-certified specialists
Member network across Europe
Annual Scientific Meetings
Premier educational conferences
A word from the President
It is a great privilege to welcome you to the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery. For nearly five decades, EAFPS has brought together colleagues from across Europe and beyond who share a passion for facial plastic surgery and a commitment to excellence in patient care.
But our Academy is more than a scientific organisation. It is a community — a place where colleagues meet, exchange ideas, learn from one another and build friendships across countries, specialties and generations. Through education, fellowships, scientific exchange, certification and our international meetings, we aim not only to share knowledge, but also to inspire and support one another throughout our professional lives.
As we approach our 50th anniversary, we can look back with pride — but even more importantly, we can look forward with curiosity and ambition. The future of our Academy will be shaped by the people who contribute to it, and we warmly invite you to be part of that journey.
Welcome to EAFPS.
Prof. Dr. Frank Riedel President, European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
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Patient resources
Trusted Information
from Board-Certified Surgeons
Making decisions about facial plastic surgery requires access to reliable information and qualified specialists. EAFPS provides patients with transparent resources to understand procedures, learn about surgeon qualifications, and make informed choices about their care. Our patient-facing tools connect you directly with board-certified facial plastic surgeons across Europe who maintain EAFPS’s rigorous standards.
For Medical Professionals
Advance Your Career in Facial Plastic Surgery
EAFPS membership opens doors to Europe’s most dynamic professional network in facial plastic surgery. From cutting-edge continuing education to prestigious certification programs, we provide board-certified surgeons with the tools, knowledge, and recognition needed to excel in this specialized field. Advance your career, expand your expertise, and join a community of excellence.
Upcoming Events and scientific meetings
Stay at the Forefront of Facial Plastic Surgery
The EAFPS calendar features premier scientific conferences, accredited courses, and professional development events across Europe throughout the year. Our annual meetings bring together the continent’s leading facial plastic surgeons to present research, discuss innovations, and advance the specialty. All educational events are accredited by recognized medical education authorities, ensuring your participation counts toward continuing professional development (CPD) requirements.
From intensive masterclasses in advanced surgical techniques to specialized workshops on emerging procedures, EAFPS events provide the education, networking, and inspiration needed to stay at the forefront of facial plastic surgery.
Education & Professional Development
Continuous learning is central to EAFPS’s mission. We provide member surgeons with access to world-class educational resources, from our extensive video library of surgical techniques to specialized junior webinars for early-career professionals. Our masterclasses cover the latest advances in facial plastic surgery, taught by internationally recognized experts.
The EAFPS Fellowship Program offers intensive advanced training for surgeons committed to becoming leaders in facial plastic surgery. Members also receive complimentary access to the Thieme Facial Plastic Surgery Journal Europe’s premier publication in the specialtyensuring you stay informed of the latest research, clinical innovations, and best practices shaping the field.
Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced specialist, EAFPS education programs are designed to deepen expertise, build technical skills, and support career advancement.
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Join Europe’s Leading Academy for Facial Plastic Surgery
The European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery represents the gold standard in European facial plastic surgery. Our members benefit from professional recognition, continuous learning opportunities, access to world-class research and educational resources, and membership in a community of the continent’s most accomplished facial plastic surgeons.
Whether you’re a fully board-certified specialist seeking professional advancement or an early-career surgeon building expertise, EAFPS membership provides the credentials, education, and professional network essential for success in facial plastic surgery. Our members demonstrate commitment to surgical excellence, patient safety, and ethical practice values that define the Academy and elevate the specialty across Europe.
Join hundreds of board-certified facial plastic surgeons in Otorhinolaryngology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery, Ophthalmology, and Dermatology who trust EAFPS to advance their careers and contribute to surgical excellence across the continent.
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