Duke Plastic Surgery is one of the longest standing plastic surgery training programs in the country. It was established in 1948 and has graduated over 200 successful alumni. The Duke Plastic Surgery program has trained more plastic surgery leaders than nearly any other in the country and has been consistently among the very best nationally and internationally. In 2012, the program made a commitment to create a superb integrated curriculum based on best practices around the country. It is our expressed goal to provide the most positive, well-rounded, success-focused academic and clinical education possible. Duke Plastic Surgery is a well established assiduous, high-energy and family oriented program focused on producing the next generation of leaders.