Cosmed Clinic Plastic Surgery Center

After a great deal of research I chose Dr Fuentes for my plastic surgery, including face lift, neck lift, blepharoplasty, fat injections and lip lift, and Dr Fuentes was very prompt and clear in his recommendations as we discussed all the details. I flew to San Diego alone, was met by the clinic van and felt safe every minute. I experienced NO pain at all following surgery and was extremely well-cared for the CosMed Recovery Boutique during recovery. Several months later I could not be happier with the results of Dr Fuentes' talented, skilled surgery, and ability to hide every scar. He is truly an artist, paying attention to every small detail so that even my closest friends cannot figure out what is different except that I look much better; more rested and youthful. I HIGHLY recommend Dr Fuentes for your plastic surgery needs.

As an aging 54 year old, I was looking to have a deep plane face/neck lift & upper/lower blepharoplasty. I found Vida Wellness on Facebook and chose Dr. Fuentes because I saw a lot of his before and after photos of patients with similar procedures. I wanted a refreshed natural look and was worried about the scarring. Dr. Fuentes is truly and artist and knows what he is doing. He was very informative, professional and made me feel comfortable during the whole process. The after-care Boutique was clean and was more like a nice hotel then a hospital recovery. The staff were caring and very supportive. They brought me some yummy Albondiga soup and always checking in on me. I am so BEYOND HAPPY with my decision and my results. I still look like me but I look and feel 10 years younger. The results were subtle but with such a profound difference. The extra loose skin over my eyes and puffy cheeks are gone but my what I am most happy with is that I do NOT have a saggy neck anymore!!! I feel so much better and more confident about my appearance. I definitely got the desired outcome that I wanted and will ALWAYS refer Dr. Fuentes to my friends and family looking for cosmetic surgery.

I would give Dr Quiroz and his team 100 stars if I could! My experience was more than I could have hoped for. I wanted to get ready for my 50th birthday in March. Had my surgery in November. I was scared going to another country at first but the clinic is so nice! I stayed there for four days in the recovery boutique. All of the nurses were so kind and took amazing care of me. The food was homemade and delicious. It was super convenient to stay there because when I would need to go to the appointments for Dr Quiroz to check me the nurses would just come and get me from my room and we would go. This place was nicer than any hospital I’ve been at in the US and I felt like Dr Quiroz was so knowledgeable and really went avibe and beyond my expectations. It’s only been 4 months and my scar is fading and not noticeable at all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Dr Quiroz! You made my birthday wishes come true!

My experience was more than I thought it would be. I am 3 months post a deep plane facelift. So, here's my "short" story. I researched Dr. Qurioz for a month before I finally set up a video consultation with him. It was brief but he took the time to answer all of my questions. I had interviewed quite a few Doctors, and I narrowed it down to Dr Quiroz and a doctor in GA. I chose Dr. Quiroz because I could stay and get the care I needed at the facility. They required me to be at the facility 2 days before surgery to get checked in, blood drawn and settled in before surgery. When I flew to San Diego, a Vido shuttle bus picked me up at the airport. Once at the facility, I was checked in and they took my blood work, blood pressure etc. The cardiologist had the personality of a rock. I was taken to my room where I would stay post-surgery and for the next 5 days. They are very well organized and friendly. The facility was clean, and the cleaning crew were constantly cleaning which was cool by me. My room was very nice and private. I was extremely nervous the day of my surgery, but a nurse gave me a pep talk and encouraged me that everything will be ok and I'm going to love my results. After surgery I stayed in my own private recovery room for the 1st 24 hours. I was in and out of sleep, but I remember Dr Quiroz coming in to check on me. I had no pain at all. To make a long story a little short, I was taken to my private room where I was able to get good rest. The staff checked on me at least three times a day. The entire staff on the second floor is AMAZING! They brought me three meals a day and let me tell you the food was soooo good and very healthy! Sometimes I wanted a little snack which was no problem due to the snack area that is on the same floor and was outside of my room. It had a cozy sitting area inside or you can go outside and sit and enjoy the little waterfall. There's a rooftop area with a beautiful view especially at night. The staff made sure I was comfortable and brought me my medication each day. They cleaned my surgery areas each day, took my blood pressure, and checked my temperature. They changed the linen on my bed as well. I felt so cared for and so special that I forgot there were other patients on the same floor in which I am sure received the same treatment. One nurse told me "it is her job to take care of me and it was my time to relax and be pampered and that she loved making me feel welcomed and pampered". On the 5th day my stitches were removed which didn't hurt at all. Afterwards, I left to fly back home, still no pain. Now let me tell you, there will be discomfort but not pain. My face felt extremely tight and that do not go away right away. I am 3 months post-surgery, and the tightness is somewhat still there but not as much as the first two months. The shuttle bus took me back to the airport. I know we all have researched, and we see people looking fabulous in just seven days and have their cute make up on. That was NOT the case for me. I was bruised and swollen. By the second week, the bruising and swelling was subsiding and i began to look normal again. I returned to work my 3rd week. I could've gone back in 2 weeks, but I decided to give myself an extra week. I hid the scars behind my ears with my hair, I wore bangs to hide the scars on my eyelids. As of today, I cannot see scars around my ear on my face, you cannot tell I had surgery, but the scars behind my ears are still fading but visible, but not bad. I still hide those with my hair. The scar underneath my chin is still visible, a light scar but no one notices it. The scar on my upper eyelids is visible on one eyelid and completely gone on the other eye. No one knows it's a scar, only I do because I know what I had done. I put a tiny bit of make up over and its like it's not even there. Keep in mind I am brown skin, so scars show on my pigmentation a bit more than lighter skin. People, please give yourself time to heal and do not think you're going to look like the people you see on social media looking so fabulous just days after surgery. I am not going to lie, there were a few times I panicked on my 9th and 12th days after I got home because I was not looking like those ladies on social media. I kept contacting the staff at Vido like what is wrong with me that I still look like Shrek lol. They always responded to my texts and emails and never made me feel stupid for feeling a little afraid. You WILL feel discomfort due to the nerves healing and oh that is a weird feeling. My face is still numb, but I am getting my feeling back slowly but surely. My advice is to follow Dr Quiroz's instructions and do what you are supposed to do. Stay away from direct sunlight, alcohol and sleep upright on your back. Be patient patient patient. This surgery is not for you if you are looking for quick results like botox or you're an impatient person. People I know cannot tell I've had anything done. A couple of friends said I look young, but they think it's because I changed my hairstyle lol. People who do not know me say I look young for my age. My kids say they do not see a difference because I have always looked young for my age. I'm praying it just gets better and better in these next few months. I want to look YOUNG shucks LOL! I need my look to match my energy :). Dr Quiroz is very nice; his staff is very nice. The young lady that does the lymphatic drainage massages is extremely funny and for her to be so young she has the best stories :). I have to mention Violeta, the sweetest, kindest, and friendliest person you'll ever meet. She made sure all of my concerns were addressed especially when I returned back home. I totally recommend staying at the facility post-surgery, you will not regret it. They made everything so much easier and took a lot of pressure off me and my family. Oh yeah, my children were very concerned about me going out of the country to have a major surgery by myself. So, my son flew out the day of my surgery. Vido made sure my son was settled into my room (the rooms have two beds). Vido shuttle bus picked him up from the airport as well and took him back when he left. They brought him food too. He called my other children and told them there was nothing to worry about, I was being well taken care of.

Vida Wellness & Beauty Center/ COSMED

Doctor Alejandro Quiroz… Chief Plastic Surgeon, performed a face & neck lift with dermabrasion upper & lower lip in October 2024.
? Dr. Quiroz masterful expertise created results that far exceeded my expectations. His availability to answer all my questions matched with his witty conversation eliminated my anxiety.

? Violeta Rivas… Dr. Quiroz Patient Coordinator, is a shining star. Her comprehensive communication with quick response to my many inquiries, made each step of this journey effortless.

? Rocio Valdez… Dr. Quiroz Medical Assistance, uplifting spirit gives continuing comfort while compassionately implementing her scheduling skills.

? Perla Hernandez… Supervisor of Wellness Boutique, is a sparkling gem. Her reassuring kindness and detailed organizational skills create a 5-star hotel atmosphere with 24/7 medical assistance.

? Marisela Contreras… Medi Spa Specialist, boosted my recovery with her magical finger facials & tutoring.

Stacey

My experience was better than expected Dr. Q did a great job the staff was very accommodating everyone was so helpful! The recovery hotel on site made me feel so safe they had 24 hour nurses and the food was great. Already happy with my results!

Dr. Juan Carlos Fuentes did my facelift and he did my lower eyelids and neck. I think his patients, as myself, are like his drawings each time, artistically done, with great care technically. The recovery floor allows time for healing . It is quiet and the staff there are kind. Though I’ve met cosmetic surgeons in the U.S.,I will choose instead to return to Vida Wellness and Beauty. It is very clean and beautiful. And the anesthesiologist was the best I have ever met.I am thankful to have found Vida.,

I had a breast lift with implants in April. I am eight weeks post op & couldn't be more satisfied with the results. Dr. Quiros Lim listened to what I wanted, had his suggestions free taking measurements of my shoulders and chest, etc,, and ultimately we went with what I wanted which wasn't different than what he had recommended.

The recovery boutique was a cute spot and the food was good for me and my partner who went with me. The nursing staff at the boutique was amazing, the bedside manner was exceptional. After having paid the down payment, i was assigned a considerate-type lady (Catalina) who answered every question i had and was super attentive up to the day of surgery, After coming back home to the US I had some concerns and i felt like the repísense time was not as quick as before the surgery but with my perseverance, I reached out to the office and they were able to take care of me and relay questions to the doctor for me.

I went for my in-person post-op 4 weeks later and it went well. Dr Qurios Lim pulled one more stitch that we had missed when we pulled them all and since then i still have a scab that is healing and am hoping it happens sooner than later.

I am very pleased with how thin the lines are and how everything turned out.

The pricing in the US was more than the price I paid. Compared to the prices in Mexico though, they are on the higher side but worth it, so I would say it's a good in-between.

The price included having a companion stay with me at the boutique hotel with all meals fed to both of us.

Despues de buscar y consultar con varios cirujanos plasticos para hacer me un facelif, el cual todos solo se concentraban en la parte inferior desde mis ojos al cuello, dando unas explicasiones que para mi no tenian sentido siendo ellos los cirujanos. Despues de seguir buscandi me encontre con el mejor Dr. Quiroz, con una experciencai de mas de 30 anos de hacer facelifting. Depues de aver consultado con el Dr. Quiroz el cual fue muy detallada sobre mis necesidades para un facelif, en ese momento supe que el seria el indicado por su experiencia sobre mi prosedimiento. Programe mi cirujia con el Dr. Quiroz. el cual quede muy agradecido con los resultados del facelifting. Se nota la experiencia y calidad humana del Dr. Quiroz. Todo el personal del Dr. Quiroz son super amables con una experiencia que me sorprendio y quede admirado. El servicio que me dio Briana antes de la cirujia y despues fueron estupendas, no se diga en la sala de recepcion. Despues de la cirujia y estar un dia en el hospilta de recuperacion el cual tuve un servicio super bueno. Al siguiente dia me llevaron al el hospital de recuperacion por 5 dias. El serivicio la amabilidad y profecionalismo del personal fue estupendo. Durante la estadia en el recovery, vino por mi una senora la cual aprendi la calidad humana, el servicio profecional la experiencia en su trabajo y amabilidad de Maricela. Quede muy agradecido con Maricela por todo sus servicios el cual sigo llendo por unos masajes y es ella la que me atiende. en Resumen: Les recomiendo al Dr. Quiroz para su facelifting y su hopsital de cirujanos para cualquien cirujia plastica.

After searching and consulting with several plastic surgeons to do a face lift, all of them only focused on the lower part from my eyes to my neck, giving explanations that made no sense to me since they were the surgeons. After continuing searching I found the best Dr. Quiroz, with more than 30 years of experience doing facelifting. After consulting with Dr. Quiroz who was very detailed about my needs for a face-lift, at that moment I knew that he would be the one indicated by his experience with my procedure. I scheduled my surgery with Dr. Quiroz. I'm very grateful with the results of the facelifting. The experience and human quality of Dr. Quiroz is evident. All of Dr. Quiroz's staff are super friendly with an experience that surprised me and I was admired. The service that Briana gave me before the surgery and after was the best, not to mention in the reception room. After the surgery and spending a day in the recovery, I had super good service. The next day they took me to the recovery hospital for 5 days. The service, the friendliness and professionalism of the staff was great. During my stay in recovery, a staff Maricela came for me and I learned the human quality, professional service, experience in her work and kindness from Maricela. I was very grateful to Maricela for all her services, which I continue to go for massages and she is the one who takes care of me. In Summary: I recommend Dr. Quiroz for your facelift and his hospital of surgeons for anyone undergoing plastic surgery.

Updated on 30 Jul 2024:
Dr. Quiroz. Thank you for the tremendous work you did on my facelift. I did not expect these spectacular results. This surgery with Dr. Quiroz was one of the best investments of my life with a fabulous result. From the first day of my consultation I knew that Dr. Quiroz would be the surgeon with whom I would have my facelift surgery. After my surgery, they took me to the recovery room for one day and then to the recovery room for 5 days where I received very professional service and very attentive to my needs. During those days of recovery, Dr. Quiroz was attentive to my recovery and daily check-ups. The service I received from Maricela in the lymphatic facial massages was excellent. In general, the entire Dr. Quiroz team was first class.

Dr. Fuentes is a brilliant plastic surgeon.
He is mostly famous for his facial procedures. He did my facelift, neck lift and brow lift more than a year ago. I loved the results and came back to have liposuction 360, mini tummy tack and back lift.
I want specially acknowledge the amazing work he did on my body! Lots of reviews do not mention this other area of his expertise! There is a same precision, attention to all details and the same esthetical approach : natural look based on my body structure! I enjoy better me and my results are definite but not fake looking . I have beautiful lines that I used to have many years ago but no one can say : “ Oh, she had it done…”. I enjoy better fitting clothes as I always was a “ fashion doll” and specially love beautiful lines that I am able to create again on a ballroom dance floor.
Dr. Fuentes brought back quality of my life. His work is so much more than just “ superficial beauty “! Change is real, quality is real. Dr. Fuentes has my deepest gratitude.