Allergan Aesthetics supports women plastic surgeons and the development of current and future leaders in science, healthcare, and medicine with LIMITLESS, an ongoing initiative in partnership with American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), The Aesthetic Society, and the American Hernia Society. LIMITLESS was developed three years ago as a program to highlight women's achievements in plastic surgery while also providing education, mentorship and empowerment. "Women surgeons are trailblazers and sharing their powerful stories can inspire future generations," says Carrie Strom, senior vice president, AbbVie, and president, Global Allergan Aesthetics. "When Dr. Shuting Zhong came to us with the concept, Allergan Aesthetics partnered with these important societies to develop it into a platform to amplify these role models. Our hope is that one story shared will empower another one to begin and we will create a more equitable path forward for everyone."
The LIMITLESS platform offers compelling conversations among women plastic surgeons and their guests on a range of subjects including women plastic surgeons in the military, allyship, roundtables on career advancement and features of society presidents and women pioneers leaders like Dr. Lynn Jeffers, Dr. Andrea Pusic, and Dr. Camille Cash. The associated LIMITLESS podcast covers real-life topics and stories from women plastic surgeons tackling the demands of surgical careers, being mothers, and maintaining personal lives.
The annual LIMITLESS Leaders Summit is dedicated to promoting and breaking down barriers for early-career women plastic and general surgeons working to achieve leadership positions. This year's Summit will be held May 20-21 in Seattle, and it will feature engaging and inspiring speakers, breakout sessions and social activities to provide an unforgettable educational and networking experience.