The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) is proud to announce the election of Russ Kridel, M.D., an esteemed member and facial plastic surgeon from Houston, Texas, to the American Medical Association (AMA) Board of Trustees. Kridel’s appointment not only celebrates his outstanding reputation and medical skill, but also marks the first time that an AAFPRS member has represented the Academy in this capacity for the AMA. Kridel has served the AAFPRS as national president and in many other capacities.