Laser scar removal in CIPLACI — Advanced Plastic Surgery Center of the Cibao

CIPLACI – Advanced Plastic Surgery Center of the Cibao – is a private medical facility in San Francisco de Macorís, Dominican Republic. The center operates from a single building dedicated to plastic and reconstructive surgery. It serves as a regional hub for patients seeking aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.

Safety Records and Professional Accreditations

The clinic reports zero mortality cases during its first 11 years. This safety record is supported by a team of 23 doctors across multiple specialties. The medical staff includes specialists certified by the Dominican Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SODOCIPRE).

The surgical team features highly experienced specialists:

• Dr. Manuel E. Ventura – over 38 years of surgical experience
• Dr. Aniceto Rodríguez Delgado – over 20 years of practice
• Dr. Nelson Rosario – more than 20 years of expertise
• Dr. Abraham Polanco Safadit – plastic surgeon with international certification

Some specialists trained at the Instituto de Investigación Médica Dr. Pablo Mateo in Brazil. Others studied at the Instituto de Cardiología Dr. Ignacio Chávez in Mexico.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The clinic offers surgical procedures for the face and body. Facial options include rhinoplasty, otoplasty to correct ear shape, and blepharoplasty for eyelid rejuvenation. Body contouring includes liposuction, abdominoplasty, and gluteoplasty.

Breast surgery options include:

• Breast augmentation with implants
• Breast reduction surgery
• Breast lifts (mastopexy)
• Congenital breast reconstruction
• Post-trauma reconstructive procedures

Every case undergoes pre- and post-operative evaluations. This coordinates care between surgeons and support staff.

Aesthetic Medicine and Cosmetology

CIPLACI operates a dedicated unit called CIPLACI SPA for non-surgical treatments. This department provides laser therapies and skin rejuvenation services. Specialists use endermology for cellulite management. They also perform lymphatic drainage to support recovery after surgery.

Cosmetology services include:

• Laser peeling and chemical peels
• Botulinum toxin injections and facial fillers
• Permanent laser hair removal
• Laser treatments for acne and skin spots
• Hydrotherapy massages in the OCEANSPA chamber

The spa also has an infrared chamber, sauna, and vapor rooms. These support skin health and relaxation.

Technology and Patient Facilities

The center has a dedicated Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with 24/7 monitoring. This provides immediate support if intensive care is needed after surgery. The surgical area follows high biosecurity standards and uses modern monitoring equipment.

Diagnostic support is built into patient care. Dr. José Ernesto Safadit Castellanos provides cardiovascular assessments using echocardiography. The building includes modern waiting areas, a pharmacy, and a cafeteria. Recovery takes place in private rooms designed for post-surgical rest.