Dr. Luis Botero is a plastic surgery clinic in Medellín, Colombia. The practice focuses on facial plastic surgery and body contouring. The facility is AAAASF-certified, meeting US surgical safety standards. Dr. Botero received the Best Technology Paper Award from Global Open. He is also President of AMWC Latin America.
The clinic has operated for about 20 years. Services include rhinoplasty, abdominoplasty, and breast surgery. The team also offers Brazilian Butt Lifts using lipotransfer. Dr. Botero trained in Belgium and France. The practice holds ISAPS and ASPS memberships. Patients receive care in a private setting in El Tesoro.
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