Is traveling to Cali, Colombia safe for surgery?

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So I was planning on traveling to Cali, Colombia for a BBL with either Dr. Luis Eduardo Plazas or Dr. William Jimenez. I was dead set on Plazas but he doesn't have as many reviews as Jimenez. My family has been telling me Colombia is very dangerous (which I know but would be staying at a recovery house.) I don't speak Spanish and am worried about the overall safety but I love their results. I don't care for a huge butt just the hourglass figure. Thoughts?

John Paul Tutela, MD · Answer

My greatest concern about your question is safety.  Not only of the actual geographic location that you are traveling to but of having surgery there.  The standards that are set for operating facilities are much more rigorous in the United States.  Also being so far from your operating surgeon concerns me for reasons of follow up and of taking care of you through any potential complications. While I understand the appeal that comes with health tourism, I do not recommend it.  There are many Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in your area.  If price is a concern feel free to see a few surgeons and compare not just the price but your comfort with each surgeon.  There are also many finance options available to help spread out your payments. Stay safe.I hope this helps :)

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

A good candidate has enough fat available for transfer in the procedure. The amount of fat that can be transferred in a BBL depends on how much fat the patient has to harvest and the amount of space there is to move the fat into. It is recommended for the patient to have a BMI of 30 or less. If you are too thin, a Brazilian Butt Lift may not be possible.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question...Make sure your surgeon is board certified and has experience in performing BBLs. While patients can travel for their BBLs, you may be expected to say within the area for a certain amount of time depending on the surgeon's post op protocol. As well, if you do develop any complications you would have to return back to see your surgeon which might be difficult. You can learn more on our social media (Instagram and Snapchat): @realdrsix.
Regards,

Sergio Alvarez, MD · Answer

Im not sure why you want to travel to Colombia to do surgery ? Patients that leave the US for Plastic Surgery abroad usually do so for financial reasons, traveling outside the U.S. for plastic surgery it can be risky .There are no Laws that protect patients or mandate the training and qualifications of physicians who perform plastic surgery outside of the US . Good Luck

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
When choosing a plastic surgeon, the most important thing to consider is that he or she is board certified, the experience with the procedure you are interested in and that you feel comfortable in his/her hands.  I recommend you to make an appointment to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

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