Everything you need to know about getting surgery in Colombia — cities, surgeons, pricing, safety, and planning your trip.
Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre cirugía en Colombia — ciudades, cirujanos, precios, seguridad y planificación.
Real pricing from SCCP-certified surgeons. All figures in USD.
Precios reales de cirujanos certificados por SCCP. Todas las cifras en USD.
Whether you choose Medellín, Bogotá, or Cali — SCCP certification ensures the same rigorous training and safety standards across Colombia.
All three cities have direct flights from major US hubs — no connections needed from Miami, NYC, Houston, or Dallas.
Colombia has invested billions in medical infrastructure. Recovery houses, bilingual staff, and patient coordinators are standard.
All-inclusive packages mean no hidden costs. Reputable clinics provide itemized quotes covering every aspect of your surgical journey.
Yes. Colombia ranks in the top 10 globally for plastic surgery procedures and has invested billions in medical infrastructure. Choose SCCP-certified surgeons and JCI/ICONTEC accredited facilities.
Sí. Colombia está en el top 10 mundial en cirugía plástica e ha invertido miles de millones en infraestructura médica. Elige cirujanos certificados por SCCP e instalaciones acreditadas.
Medellín: spring weather, strong body contouring reputation. Bogotá: capital hospitals, cooler climate aids recovery. Cali: BBL specialists, often 10–15% cheaper. All three have SCCP-certified surgeons.
Medellín: clima primaveral, fuerte reputación en contorno corporal. Bogotá: hospitales capitalinos, clima fresco ayuda la recuperación. Cali: especialistas en BBL, 10–15% más económico.
Typical savings are 40–70%. A BBL costs $3,000–$6,500 in Colombia vs. $12,000–$15,000 in the US. Even including flights and accommodation, most patients save thousands.
El ahorro típico es del 40–70%. Un BBL cuesta $3,000–$6,500 en Colombia vs. $12,000–$15,000 en EE.UU. Incluso con vuelos y alojamiento, la mayoría ahorra miles.
The Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica is Colombia's official board for plastic surgeons. Certification requires a 4–5 year specialized residency — among the most rigorous in Latin America.
La Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica es la junta oficial. La certificación requiere 4–5 años de residencia especializada — entre las más rigurosas de Latinoamérica.
Plan for 10–14 days minimum for most procedures, or 14–21 days for combination surgeries like mommy makeovers. This allows for follow-up appointments and ensures safe travel home.
Planifica mínimo 10–14 días para la mayoría de procedimientos, o 14–21 días para cirugías combinadas. Esto permite citas de seguimiento y viaje seguro a casa.
Tell us about your goals and we'll connect you with SCCP-certified surgeons in Colombia.
Cuéntanos tus objetivos y te conectaremos con cirujanos certificados en Colombia.