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Top-notch Results

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Top-notch Results

Phenomenal3295
WORTH IT$6,875
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I did full body liposculpture, ab etching and bbl with Dr. Garcia. I have to say the guy really knows what he's doing. He's detailed, meticulous and takes his time to carve your body. He seems soo careful and listens to your needs. He did an extraordinary job, I love my body, it's exceptional! You will see from my pictures how beautiful he works, my jaw drops when I see myself, my hat goes off to him. He loves his job, this was obvious! I speak Spanish and so I asked him how he became the best, he said, "there are other great doctors. I really take my time". He mentioned (without names) that other doctors finish in 2 hours and when he steps out for a break he sees they are finished (he takes 5-6 hrs) and wonders "what could they have possibly done in 2 hours?". He's honest and really seeks to do a tremendously good job. I keep thanking him! My waist is so beautiful, my ab etching is like no other, wow! My legs are so beautiful, my back was stripped of all the fat. I'm 5'2 and weighed 140lbs. I lost 20 lbs after the surgery. His before and after pictures speak a thousand words! Other doctors don't come close to his affinity at carving bodies. I'm serious, he's wonderful. At the beauty salon, the workers told me that in Colombia everyone wants to do surgery with Dr. Garcia, but his consultation is too expensive for them. He's obviously popular in Colombia. I liked him, he listens and responds to your concerns patiently. Professionalism:1)The only disappointment I have is the level of professionalism at his office. It's not up to par with American standards. Communication is not the best, they don't explain anything. They ask you to wire some money and bring cash for the remaining portion. I was o.k with that. However, they took away my massage on the third day post-op because I was late, knowing I was foreign, I had to exchange money, buy food, I was bleeding, dizzy. After discussing all of the inclusions of the surgery and establishing the contract they should give you all that they promise. They don't even tell you that if you're late, they'll take it away.That's not right! I paid $8000 USD cash, give me my massages!! Also, the girls that work at the doctor's massage place also lack etiquette when resolving issues (point deducted for that too!). Massages are horrendous, painful, you have no idea!2) The girlfriend who happens to manage the office is money hungry! All those small things are stressful and add to the discomfort of the entire ordeal. They had no empathy or professionalism in the small things! Accommodation :I didn't stay in his recovery house because I thought it was too expensive ($1700 USD for 15 days) . Girl I met from USD said the food was o.k but repetitive. Cali's accommodation is a steal. So I stayed 20 minutes away at Hostal Alameda, in Valle del cauca. It was cheap to get to the clinic from here and close (F.Y.I Dr. Garcia's clinic is literally across Parque del perro. If Uber takes you there, it's just 10 steps). Only thing is not all rooms have laundry or air conditioner, so check the details.NURSE:I hired a nurse for 7 days @$40/day. This is so essential and necessary. I'll give you the number to my nurse she was excellent! Lina is her name. She gave me my medicine, helped me shower, came to my appointments. Stayed between 9-5. She is very sweet!Necessities:Office does not tell you of ALLLLL the things you need post-surgery. They only list the 10 diapers, medicine.... ect that is included (you need way more). This is stressful because I was post-surgery and had to worry about drainage pipes, diapers, tape, maxi pads to cover leaking sutures, creams... My nurse helped me a lot, but it's too much to deal with when you are recovering. The office does not communicate in all honesty about anything you will need. You are left alone and abandoned with that stuff. God bless my nurse!Things you can buy from U. S:-2 SHOWER CURTAINS FOR BLOOD Leakage underneath your body on bed. -tape (really hurts skin, so buy best one) for maxi pads that will cover your sutures.-plastic wrap for the leakage in your elbow sutures (this is constant and annoying). -massage cream for massages.-bring stage 1 baby diapers, you run out so fast.-anti-bacterial soapReview:Apart from my complaints of various things, the doctor will do the job strikingly well! He is those people with a passion. He changed my body completely, I can't thank him enough. Thank you so much!

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John Garcia Serna, MD

John Garcia Serna, MD

Plastic Surgeon

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February 24, 2020

Thank you for this informative and helpful review. Your results look fantastic and I'm glad everything worked out!

February 25, 2020
Thank you. I was seeking this information when I was looking and people were quite vague, so I'm glad to go it and add lots of pictures. This determined my decision, results before and after.
March 7, 2020
You look great!!!!
March 7, 2020
Thank you!
June 29, 2020
Hi! thanks much for this review!! im looking at doctors to have my mommy makeover!!
UPDATED FROM Phenomenal3295
11 months post

Butt got small

Phenomenal3295
O.k so, it's been 1 year almost. My butt shrank a lot. Now, it's smaller, less round. Mind you, I haven't lifted weights for 2 months due to epidemic.im hoping to grow it in the gym again. My lower belly has more fat but it's still thin.i wish it was washboard flat but hard to maintain. My waist is less defined. If you lose weight, you lose your bbl so please please take care of your diet.

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May 21, 2020
Thank you for the update!
October 29, 2020
Still a nice shape and much better than your before..
October 29, 2020
Thanks a lot!
September 16, 2021
Hello,
I have liposculpture / minor fat transfer scheduled in a little less than a month. I’m a minor workload since I’ve already had a BBL in 2018 with someone else.
After reading the reviews on here, I’m nervous as half raves about the doctor and the other half considers it a slaughter house.
Are you still happy with your results?
September 16, 2021
Hi, I understand why they say it's a slaughterhouse, although I felt safe with the doctor, he clearly has high standards, however, the operation in the office itself I found below par. They are money hungry and felt like the doctors girlfriend who is the office manager had no mercy and inconsiderate (money, money). I got a small dent in my inner thigh (but this is common), i can only see it when I look downwards but not from frontal view. ALso I think he lesioned my muscle because it is not easy to stretch there now. These are side effects of lipo. He left more fat on one side of abdomen then the other and one side is more marked (ab etching) than the other, but not noticeable to the naked eye (but its my body so I know). After two years, I am so very happy with my results, I think the man is a genius and this is his calling. My body is beautiful, so please don't be afraid of the outcome, he is far above many others, he actually sucks out your fat and carves out your figure like a goddess. I am still extremely happy. If you have minor work, it will be a piece of cake for him. Just tell him you are extremely concerned about assymetry and would like perfection (so he has this in mind and is extra careful). He is amazing! Imagine, even with my assymetry and dent (not visible), I am thoroughly happy and would go to him again.
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2 years post

2 years later

Phenomenal3295
Hello, I'm adding a 2 year update because it's important for you to see it through to make a decision. I am still very happy although after covid and no gym or workout have gained some weight. I am down to 124lbs but tummy hasn't been worked on but I still feel so good. I reached out to the doctor about inner thigh dent (only visible to me) and muscle trauma (hard to stretch left leg) and he didn't reach out. After surgery is finished, they are finished with you. But it was still worth it and I am grateful every day. When my body has been exercised I will post again. It went downhill BC of no exercise, but today I start my journey.

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October 23, 2021
You look good
October 31, 2021
I love your breakdown of your experience.
January 24, 2022
Hey Doll! You look amazing !! I am also considering J Garcia! I have heard a lot of mixed reviews about him - especially in relation to him not caring if problems occur post-op! Do you have an sx insta page where I can ask you some more questions? :)
June 19, 2022
Hi, I don't have insta but you can email me
June 19, 2022
Thanks hunny. What's your email pls? You look amazing xx
June 19, 2022
valentine988@hotmail.com
March 20, 2022
You look amazing! Thanks for the update and new photos.
June 15, 2022
Do you have Instagram babe x