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It focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive surgery for adults. Key specialties include ultrasonic rhinoplasty, body contouring, and breast surgery. Dr. Mojica leads the clinic and brings over 15 years of experience. He earned a Master's Degree in Reconstructive Microsurgery in Barcelona, with rotations in Helsinki, Paris, and Tokyo.</p><p>The practice uses advanced tools like the piezotome for precise nose reshaping. Body contouring procedures apply Vaser technology for ultrasonic liposculpture. Dr. Mojica is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. He also belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. The clinic operates in JCI-accredited facilities. International patients receive private airport transfers and boutique apartment stays. 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The clinic specializes in body contouring and reconstructive surgery. A key difference is the advanced rib remodeling technique called RibXcar. This method refines the waist without removing bone. Dr. Salazar Osorio has over 10 years of experience in these procedures.</p><p>The practice holds JCI and ISAPS accreditations. It offers high-definition liposculpture, Deep Plane facelifts, and complex reconstructive surgeries. International patients follow a structured care pathway. This process includes assessment and post-operative follow-up. Most procedures require an 8 to 10 day stay in the city. The founder is a member of the SCCP and FILACP.</p>","text_type":"short_description","reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":9399,"alias":"dr-jose-david-salazar-osorio","name":"Dr. José David Salazar Osorio","short_description":"<p>Dr. José David Salazar Osorio leads a private plastic surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic specializes in body contouring and reconstructive surgery. 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The clinic focuses on facial and body aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Key procedures include rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, abdominoplasty, and breast augmentation. Dr. Betancur also offers non-surgical treatments like Botox and fillers.</p><p>The practice has performed over 1,000 surgeries. Dr. Betancur has more than 10 years of experience and trained at the Universidad de Antioquia. His team adds hyperbaric oxygen therapy to recovery plans, which improves skin quality and speeds up healing.</p><p>The clinic is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. It also belongs to FILACP and CORCIRUPLAST.</p>","text_type":"short_description","reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":9367,"alias":"dr-carlos-betancur-cirujano-plastico-medellin-colombia","name":"Dr. Carlos Betancur – Cirujano Plástico (Medellín, Colombia)","short_description":"<p>Dr. Carlos Betancur runs a plastic surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. 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Dr. Paez is a board-certified surgeon trained at Pontifical Javeriana University. He has performed over 5,000 successful surgeries. His signature treatments include RibXcar rib remodeling and ultrasonic rhinoplasty.</p><p>Surgeries take place only in JCI-accredited hospitals to protect patient safety. Dr. Paez co-founded BodyCraft Academy to train other surgeons in live techniques. He has joined multicenter studies involving over 3,800 patients across 8 countries. The practice also holds certifications from ISAPS, ASPS, and ISO 13485. 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It focuses on aesthetic surgery, general surgery, and cosmetic medicine. The center also offers otoplasty for children and teenagers. Every procedure involves two specialists and one anesthesiologist. Dr. Amy Barreto has practiced cosmetic surgery for over 20 years.</p><p>The clinic is JCI-accredited and holds ASPS recognition. It is authorized by the Colombian Ministry of Health. Specialists use the Spider Ecleris device for advanced vascular treatments. Other tools include CO2 fractional lasers and radiofrequency systems. International patients begin with a virtual consultation and follow a structured pathway.</p>","text_type":"short_description","reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":9374,"alias":"eqe-center-for-aesthetic-surgery","name":"EQE Center for Aesthetic Surgery","short_description":"<p>EQE Center for Aesthetic Surgery is a multi-specialty clinic in Medellín, Colombia. It focuses on aesthetic surgery, general surgery, and cosmetic medicine. 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The clinic sits inside Torre Médica Oviedo. It focuses on surgical and non-surgical body and facial rejuvenation. Key procedures include ultrasonic rhinoplasty with advanced piezoelectric instruments. This technology aims for high precision with less swelling and trauma.</p><p>Procedures take place in facilities accredited by Joint Commission International. The clinic is affiliated with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and ISAPS. The medical team uses ARTAS iX robotic technology for hair restoration. Post-surgical care often includes Indiba low-energy radiofrequency to aid recovery. International patients can start care with virtual surgical consultations.</p>","text_type":"short_description","reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":9395,"alias":"clinic-be-dharma","name":"clinic Be Dharma","short_description":"<p>Clinic Be Dharma is a plastic surgery and aesthetics center in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic sits inside Torre Médica Oviedo. It focuses on surgical and non-surgical body and facial rejuvenation. Key procedures include ultrasonic rhinoplasty with advanced piezoelectric instruments. This technology aims for high precision with less swelling and trauma.</p><p>Procedures take place in facilities accredited by Joint Commission International. The clinic is affiliated with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and ISAPS. The medical team uses ARTAS iX robotic technology for hair restoration. Post-surgical care often includes Indiba low-energy radiofrequency to aid recovery. International patients can start care with virtual surgical consultations.</p>","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/6ae21587a3b69","title":"الواجهة الخارجية الحديثة لمبنى عيادة Be Dharma مع واجهة زجاجية"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae215897c850","title":"مدخل عيادة Torre Medica El Tesoro مع لافتة حديثة وأبواب زجاجية"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae2158b55242","title":"منطقة استقبال عيادة Be Dharma بتصميم حديث في المكسيك"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae2158d8a4e4","title":"منطقة انتظار حديثة في عيادة Club Quirófanos مع إطلالة على المدينة"}],"flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"is_created_by_parser","value":true}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"كولومبيا","id":204,"alias":"colombia","iso_code":"CO"},"city":{"name":"ميديلين","id":2522,"alias":"medellin"},"address":"Torre doctor Oviedo, Calle 6 Sur # 43A-227, Consultorios 776-780, Medellín, Colombia"},"rating":{"rating":0,"google":4.7,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":0},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":0,"doctors_number":1},"accreditations":[{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5d88bd61a3cbb.jpeg","name":"الجمعية الأمريكية لجراحي التجميل","country_code":"US"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5cfa0ad8c533a.jpeg","name":"اللجنة الدولية المشتركة","country_code":"US"},{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/61779fac22b09.jpeg","name":"شهادة الجمعية الدولية لجراحة التجميل الترميمية (ISAPS) مقدمة للطبيب","country_code":"US"}]}},{"text":"<p>Zoul Medical Group is a plastic and reconstructive surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic serves patients in the El Poblado district. Dr. Carolina Hoyos leads the center as a board-certified specialist. Key areas include breast surgery, body contouring, and facial rejuvenation. The team also handles complex cases like biopolymer removal and implant explantation.</p><p>Dr. Hoyos won the National Award for Best Medicine Graduate in 2011. She completed her plastic surgery training at Universidad de Antioquia. Her background includes advanced microsurgery training in Mexico. She also holds a dermatologic oncology diploma from Spain.</p><p>All procedures take place at the JCI-accredited Interquirófanos facility. International patients get personal support from start to finish. Virtual follow-ups are available for those traveling from abroad. Recovery plans include home nursing, nutrition support, and physical therapy.</p>","text_type":"short_description","reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":9411,"alias":"zoul-medical-group-dr-carolina-hoyos","name":"Zoul Medical Group (Dr. Carolina Hoyos)","short_description":"<p>Zoul Medical Group is a plastic and reconstructive surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic serves patients in the El Poblado district. Dr. Carolina Hoyos leads the center as a board-certified specialist. Key areas include breast surgery, body contouring, and facial rejuvenation. The team also handles complex cases like biopolymer removal and implant explantation.</p><p>Dr. Hoyos won the National Award for Best Medicine Graduate in 2011. She completed her plastic surgery training at Universidad de Antioquia. Her background includes advanced microsurgery training in Mexico. She also holds a dermatologic oncology diploma from Spain.</p><p>All procedures take place at the JCI-accredited Interquirófanos facility. International patients get personal support from start to finish. Virtual follow-ups are available for those traveling from abroad. Recovery plans include home nursing, nutrition support, and physical therapy.</p>","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/6ae226fe4a5a1","title":"عضوة طاقم طبي أنثى في عيادة Zoul Medical Group"}],"flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"is_created_by_parser","value":true}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"كولومبيا","id":204,"alias":"colombia","iso_code":"CO"},"city":{"name":"ميديلين","id":2522,"alias":"medellin"},"address":"Carrera 43 # 9 Sur -195, Consultorio 1037, Edificio Inexmoda, El Poblado, Medellín, Antioquia"},"rating":{"rating":0,"google":1.6,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":0},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":0,"doctors_number":1},"accreditations":[]}},{"text":"<p>Dr. Carlos Valdivieso is a plastic surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face and body. Services include rhinoplasty, facelifts, liposuction, and mommy makeovers. Dr. Valdivieso founded the practice in 2025. He has over 20 years of experience in plastic surgery.</p><p>Dr. Valdivieso completed his surgical residency at Bonsucesso Federal Hospital in Brazil. He also trained at the Professor Ivo Pitanguy Clinic in Rio de Janeiro. The clinic is an international member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. It also belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. English-speaking patients can find dedicated information on the main website.</p>","text_type":"short_description","reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":9424,"alias":"dr-carlos-valdivieso-plastic-surgery","name":"Dr. Carlos Valdivieso – Plastic Surgery","short_description":"<p>Dr. Carlos Valdivieso is a plastic surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face and body. Services include rhinoplasty, facelifts, liposuction, and mommy makeovers. Dr. Valdivieso founded the practice in 2025. He has over 20 years of experience in plastic surgery.</p><p>Dr. Valdivieso completed his surgical residency at Bonsucesso Federal Hospital in Brazil. He also trained at the Professor Ivo Pitanguy Clinic in Rio de Janeiro. The clinic is an international member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. It also belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. 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