Dr. Giovanny Alvarado (Plastic Surgery)

Dr. Giovanny Alvarado (Plastic Surgery) is a private single-specialty practice in Cali, Colombia. The clinic focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Giovanny Alvarado Hermida, a board-certified plastic surgeon, leads the facility and personally manages all aspects of patient recovery.

Accreditations and Quality Standards

The practice holds several international and national certifications:

• ISO 9001 certification for quality management systems
• Membership in the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• Membership in the Colombian Society of Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery (SCCP)

Dr. Alvarado brings 20 years of surgical experience to the practice. He completed his residency at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.

Personalized Surgical Care and Specialties

The clinic limits surgeries to two cases per day. This gives Dr. Alvarado full attention for every procedure. He personally conducts all post-operative check-ups, wound care, and suture removal – these tasks are never delegated to assistants.

Body Contouring and Abdominal Surgery

The clinic offers abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) using a technique that often eliminates the need for post-operative drains. The procedure includes muscle plication to tighten the abdominal wall. Umbilical reconstruction methods minimize visible scarring. For body sculpting, Dr. Alvarado uses precision liposuction with small-diameter cannulas to remove fat in layers.

Breast Procedures

Dr. Alvarado performs breast augmentation and mastopexy (breast lift). The surgical team uses dual-plane placement for implants. This positions the implant behind the pectoral muscle while releasing the lower portion for natural movement. Breast lifts can use the patient's own tissue or combine with implants.

Mommy Makeover and Combined Surgeries

The mommy makeover combines multiple procedures to restore body shape after pregnancy. To manage surgical stress and reduce blood loss, the clinic often splits treatments into sessions. One session typically covers the tummy tuck and liposuction. A second session addresses breast and genital surgery.

Facial and Corrective Procedures

The practice provides facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, and otoplasty (ear surgery). A significant portion of the practice focuses on reconstructive surgery, including correction of failed procedures from other facilities. The team also treats keloid scars using surgical and supportive therapies.

Technology and Non-Surgical Options

The clinic uses energy-based systems to enhance liposuction results and treat scar tissue. For patients seeking alternatives to surgery, several injectable and thread-based treatments are available:

• Waist-Maker™ technology for specialized waist sculpting
• VASER technology, which uses ultrasound waves to emulsify fat
• Power-assisted liposuction (PAL) for precise cannula movement
• Laser-assisted liposuction for treating fibrosis and previously scarred areas
• Non-surgical treatments using hyaluronic acid, botulinum toxin, and threads

The facility also has a hyperbaric chamber. This supports healing by delivering concentrated oxygen to the patient.

International Patient Services and Support

Dr. Alvarado is available 24/7 via his personal phone to address concerns during recovery. The practice offers English-language procedure information and detailed preparation guides for international visitors.

Patients receive specific pre-operative instructions. These include discontinuing supplements like Omega 3 and Vitamin E 15 days before surgery. The clinic also coordinates support from specialists in anesthesiology, internal medicine, and dermatology.