The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) proudly concluded its highly successful 2025 Annual Conference, held from Thursday 2nd to Friday 3rd October 2025 at King’s Place, London.
Under the inspiring theme “Redefining Aesthetics,” this year’s conference delivered two full days of groundbreaking insights, innovation, and international collaboration — setting a new benchmark for the field of aesthetic plastic surgery in the UK.
With record attendance of 500 participants and 32 exhibitors, BAAPS 2025 was officially the largest aesthetic plastic surgery conference ever held in the UK.
BAAPS x IAAPS
A key highlight of the event was the formal partnership between BAAPS and the Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (IAAPS). This collaboration marked a new chapter of global engagement for the association, welcoming a distinguished delegation from India and faculty from across the US, Australia, Norway, Belgium, and Spain.
Together, these partnerships underscored BAAPS’s commitment to fostering international friendships and sharing world-leading expertise across borders.
A Stellar Scientific Programme Showcasing Global Expertise
Curated by BAAPS Vice President Anthony MacQuillan, the scientific programme lived up to its promise of showcasing the latest advancements in aesthetic facial, breast, and body surgery.
BAAPS 2025 Annual Conference Day One: Innovation and Insight
The conference opened with Presidential Addresses from BAAPS President Nora Nugent and IAAPS President Sandeep Sharma, setting the tone for a dynamic and collaborative event.
Highlights included cutting-edge sessions on Body Contouring and Day Case Surgery, such as Charlie Durrant’s presentation on “Day Case Abdominoplasty.”
International leaders Norman Waterhouse, Monica Fawzy, and Marc Mani explored the latest in facial rejuvenation, while the afternoon turned its focus to Breast Surgery, featuring Craig Layt on Augmentation Mastopexy and Cameron Raine on Transgender Mastectomy Surgery.
BAAPS 2025 Annual Conference Day Two: Fat Grafting, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring
Friday’s programme continued the momentum with a deep dive into pioneering fat grafting techniques.
Venkat Ramana Yamani, Alexis Verpaele, and Steve Cohen shared their expertise on topics ranging from “The Science of Fat Grafting” to “Regenerative Fat Grafting.”
The mid-morning sessions were dominated by Facial Rejuvenation, including Marc Mani’s trilogy of presentations on Facelift Stigmata, Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty, and Deep Plane Face and Neck Lift Techniques.
Alexis Verpaele provided an update on the MACS-lift, while the prestigious Hackett Prize was awarded to Khalid Khalil for research on patient satisfaction following Augmentation-Mastopexy.
The final sessions returned to Breast and Body Surgery, with Jordi Mir showcasing advanced contouring through the “HD Body Lift” and “European Style in HD Lipo.”
Associated Events and Social Highlights
In addition to the scientific agenda, the associated educational days were
successfully held: the BAAPSNA Day for plastic surgery nurses and associated
healthcare specialties on Thursday, 2nd October, and the BAAPS Support
Practice Management Day on October 4th at the Royal College of
Surgeons.
The social programme was a resounding success, with delegates attending the
Drinks Reception and Annual Conference Dinner at the stunning One
Marylebone on Thursday, 2nd October, followed by the lively Afterparty at
The Vaults, One Marylebone
Reflecting on the success of the event, BAAPS President Nora Nugent shared:
“The BAAPS 2025 conference, held in partnership with the Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, successfully brought together a stellar international faculty to ‘Redefine Aesthetics.’ Our two-day programme at King’s Place showcased the latest advances in aesthetic facial, breast, and body surgery, demonstrating the innovative future of our specialty. BAAPS extends its gratitude to all delegates and faculty members for contributing to an immensely valuable and successful conference, which reinforced the association’s commitment to advancing standards in aesthetic plastic surgery.”
About BAAPS
The BAAPS (www.baaps.org.uk), based at the Royal College of Surgeons, is a not-for-profit organisation, established for the advancement of education and practice of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery for public benefit. Members undergo thorough background screening before they can join. For further information about specific procedures and surgeons’ contact details, please visit the website, or contact their office at 020 7430 1840. Further materials can be posted to members of the public seeking specialised information.
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