Call for papers - Advances in oculofacial plastic surgery

Guest Editors

Bahram Eshraghi, MD, Isfahan Eye Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Behzad Khademi, MD, Poostchi Ophthalmology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Submission Status: Open | Submission Deadline: 23 May 2025

BMC Ophthalmology is calling for submissions to our Collection on Advances in oculofacial plastic surgery, exploring the latest research on how to collectively improve patient satisfaction and visual outcomes following reconstructive or corrective surgery.

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Meet the Guest Editors

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Bahram Eshraghi, MD, Isfahan Eye Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Dr Eshraghi is a faculty member of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran. He has worked as an oculoplastic surgeon since 2008 and has published more than 90 papers, four book and two book chapters in this field, some of which won national prizes. Dr Eshraghi has served as an Editorial Board Member for BMC Ophthalmology from approximately 2017 and has handled multiple manuscripts during this period.

Behzad Khademi, MD, Poostchi Ophthalmology Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Dr Behzad Khademi is currently serving as an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. Seven years ago, he assumed this position following his top-ranking achievement in the Iranian Ophthalmology Board examination. After two years of practicing as a general ophthalmologist, he pursued a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery. Over the course of the 18-month fellowship, he acquired knowledge and honed his skills under the supervision of Professor Kashkouli.

Since 2019, Dr Khademi embarked on a new chapter in his career as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology in the Oculoplastic Division at Shiraz University's Ophthalmology Ward. Over the past four years, his focus has been dedicated to working, teaching, and conducting research in the specialized areas of orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal diseases.

About the Collection

BMC Ophthalmology is calling for submissions to our Collection on Advances in oculofacial plastic surgery.

Oculofacial plastic surgery encompasses a range of procedures addressing various concerns related to the eyelids, orbit, and tear ducts. This includes correcting drooping eyelids (ptosis), managing proptosis (bulging eyes), addressing tear duct blockages, and performing reconstructive surgery for trauma, cancer, or congenital abnormalities. Additionally, oculofacial plastic surgery is key for treatment of eyelid malposition, including ectropion, entropion, and eyelid laxity, aiming to restore both function and aesthetics to the eyelids and surrounding structures. This field has witnessed significant advancements in recent years, including the development of minimally invasive procedures, innovative surgical techniques, and the use of novel technologies for facial reconstruction. Consequently, patients are progressively experiencing outcomes that are both natural-looking and enduring, with enhanced functionality.

The aim of this Collection is to highlight research that focuses specifically on the medical, clinical, and reconstructive aspects of oculofacial plastic surgery. Therefore this Collection welcomes research articles that include, but are not limited to, the following topics:

Reconstructive eyelid surgery
Orbital surgery and trauma
Tear duct disorders
Eyelid malposition and functional disorders
Reconstruction after oculofacial oncology treatment
Integration of multi-disciplinary approaches in oculofacial plastic surgery treatment

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health & Wellbeing

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Submission Guidelines

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This Collection welcomes submission of original Research Articles. Should you wish to submit a different article type, please read our submission guidelines to confirm that type is accepted by the journal. Articles for this Collection should be submitted via our submission system, Snapp. During the submission process you will be asked whether you are submitting to a Collection, please select "Advances in oculofacial plastic surgery" from the dropdown menu.

Articles will undergo the journal’s standard peer-review process and are subject to all of the journal’s standard policies. Articles will be added to the Collection as they are published.

The Editors have no competing interests with the submissions which they handle through the peer review process. The peer review of any submissions for which the Editors have competing interests is handled by another Editorial Board Member who has no competing interests.