International Microsurgery Club for 10 Years—A New Online Education Platform and Beyond

Abstract The rapid evolution of digital communication has transformed medical education, a shift accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The International Microsurgery Club (IMC), founded in 2016 as a private Facebook group for verified professionals, exemplifies how social media can democratize microsurgical education on a global scale. By the end of 2025, IMC Facebook group had grown to over 22,600 members from more than 70 countries, facilitating case sharing, peer consultation, and professional recognition beyond geographic and institutional boundaries. Analysis of IMC activity between 2019 and 2025 identified 2,124 unique case-related posts contributed by 526 authors, with wide geographic diversity and high engagement independent of posting frequency. During the pandemic, IMC expanded into a sustained weekly webinar series, delivering nearly 600 sessions featuring international experts. Complemented by an open-access journal, a digital educational Web site, and multi-platform social media integration, IMC has evolved into a comprehensive, sustainable ecosystem for global microsurgical education, offering an effective model that complements traditional academic pathways.