Noemi Margarint - Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery

Noemi Margarint

Plastic surgery is often associated with luxury and vanity, celebrity culture, nose jobs and facelifts. But globally, plastic surgery plays a critical role. Is often overlooked, and people forget that its role is saving lives, restoring dignity and improving mental health by giving patients confidence . In low and middle income countries, million people suffer daily from untreated burns, traumatic injuries or deformities due to a lack of access to reconstructive plastic surgery.


According to the Lancet Commission on Global Surgery, “5 billion people do not have access to safe, affordable surgical and anesthesia care when needed.” Plastic surgery is an essential part of that need, yet it remains underfunded, overlooked and under prioritized. In places like Southeast Asia or sub-Saharan Africa, there may be only one plastic surgeon for millions of people, or none at all. Also, evidence is also saying that “Access is worst in low-income and lower-middle-income countries, where nine of ten people cannot access basic surgical care.” Without treatment, accident victims are left with disfigurement and pain, burn survivors face lifelong disability and children with cleft palates struggle to eat or speak. These are not cosmetic issues, they are human rights concerns. There are a few organizations that are trying to close the gap, but systematic investment in surgical infrastructure is still lacking. So why is it still a problem? Why are people still struggling and not receiving medical help?



Plastic surgery must be recognized as a critical component of global health. It restores function, prevents infection, and rebuilds lives. As the medical field is developing, we must ensure that reconstructive surgery is no longer seen as optional, but as essential.


Meet the author! 



Noemi Nicole Margarint is a dedicated 9th-grade student at Winchester High School in Massachusetts, with a strong passion for the medical field and a clear goal of becoming a plastic surgeon. Originally from Romania, Noemi moved to the United States to pursue her education in an environment that offers greater academic and professional opportunities. She is committed to academic excellence and is actively exploring science and healthcare-related activities to build a strong foundation for her future career in medicine.

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