Robert acland (1941-2016) innovator, microsurgeon, anatomist and teacher

The breadth and depth of Robert (Bob) Acland's contribution to Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery merits communication to younger generations. From early days at boarding school Bob took a great interest in acquiring precision skills in metalwork and carpentry which were to prepare him for later innovations in the design and manufacture of prototype microsurgical instruments. He then worked with suppliers and manufacturers to market the microsurgical instrumentation which is in international use today.