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Brazil, Porto Alegre

Gynecomastia surgery in clinic Riccardi

2 accreditations

hospital certificates of quality

About the clinic

Gynecomastia surgery at Clinic Riccardi in Porto Alegre, Brazil, helps men achieve a masculine chest contour. The procedure typically runs between $3,000 and $3,500. Dr. Denis Riccardi performs this surgery using a microincision technique to make sure scars remain discreet and nearly invisible.

This surgery addresses enlarged male breasts caused by excess fat, glandular tissue, or loose skin. It is a common solution for men affected by hormonal changes or the use of certain medications. The clinic holds international TEMOS accreditation, which shows a commitment to high standards in medical tourism.

The Surgical Method and Recovery

Dr. Denis Riccardi uses a combination of steps to reshape the chest. The procedure usually takes about 2 hours and involves several stages:

Liposuction to remove excess fatty deposits.
Glandular resection to remove firm tissue behind the nipple.
Microincision technique to keep surgical marks very small.
Skin tightening if the patient has significant sagging.

Patients receive local anesthesia with sedation for comfort. The surgery allows for same-day discharge after 2 to 4 hours in the recovery room. Most men can return to light activity after 3 to 5 days of rest.

About Dr. Denis Riccardi

Dr. Denis Riccardi is a plastic surgeon and an international member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). He also belongs to the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP). Dr. Riccardi practices at the Moinhos de Vento Hospital and specializes in body contouring for men.

What the Treatment Includes

The price for gynecomastia surgery at Clinic Riccardi covers the essential components of the procedure. Patients receive the surgery and the required anesthesia. The package also includes a medical compression garment to wear for one month after the operation. This garment helps the chest heal and reduces swelling. While initial recovery is fast, the final results usually appear within 4 to 6 months. To start your journey toward a flatter chest, you can leave a request on Bookimed.

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2014 Year of foundation

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Treatments prices in the clinic

Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.

Plastic Surgery

treatment	Price
Arm lift (brachioplasty)	Price on request
Breast lift	Price on request
Breast reduction	Price on request
Breast reconstruction surgery	Price on request
Breast Augmentation with Silicone Implants	Price on request
Facelift	Price on request
Tummy tuck	Price on request
Mini Facelift	Price on request
Forehead lift	Price on request
Rhinoplasty (nose job)	Price on request
Thigh lift	Price on request
Liposculpture	Price on request
Liposuction	Price on request
Mammoplasty	Price on request
Breast augmentation	Price on request
Liposuction of the Thigh	Price on request
Love handles liposuction	Price on request
Calf Liposuction	Price on request
Knee Liposuction	Price on request
Buttocks liposuction	Price on request
Back Liposuction	Price on request
Neck liposuction	Price on request
Upper arm liposuction	Price on request
Mommy makeover	Price on request
Dermabrasion	Price on request
Nasal hump removal	Price on request
Gynecomastia surgery	Price on request
Gynecomastia Vaser Liposuction	Price on request

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hospital accreditations of quality

American Society of Plastic Surgeons

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TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation

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clinic Riccardi: more details about the clinic

Brazil, Porto Alegre

Clinic Riccardi is a multi-specialty facility established in 2014 in Porto Alegre. Located in the Moinhos de Vento neighborhood, it occupies a single dedicated building. The clinic specializes in plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine. It serves patients seeking surgical body contouring and non-invasive rejuvenation.

Accreditations and Specialist Credentials

The clinic holds several international and national professional affiliations. These credentials signal compliance with rigorous surgical and safety standards:

TEMOS international accreditation for quality in medical care.
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) membership.
Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP) certification.
Brazilian Society of Dermatology (SBD) board certification.

Founder Dr. Denis Riccardi is an international member of the ASPS. Dr. José Carlos Riccardi brings over 45 years of medical experience. He serves as President of the Technical Chamber of Dermatology in RGS.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The surgical department focuses on anatomy-informed planning for body and facial procedures. Surgeons perform complex reconstructions and aesthetic enhancements. For facelifts, patients often see a rejuvenation effect of 10 to 15 years. This improvement is most visible in the neck and eye regions.

The clinic offers a full range of surgical options:

Breast surgery: augmentation with silicone implants, reduction, and mastopexy.
Breast reconstruction: restoring shape and size after mastectomy or injury.
Body contouring: abdominoplasty, liposuction, and thigh lifts.
Brachioplasty: removing excess skin and fat from the upper arms.
Gynecomastia surgery: treating male breast enlargement through glandular removal.
Facial surgery: rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), and otoplasty.

For gynecomastia, specialists recommend reaching a stable weight before surgery. This helps achieve the most proportional chest contour. Patients wear a compression vest afterward to reduce swelling and support healing.

Aesthetic Medicine and Skin Care

The dermatology unit focuses on modern rejuvenation and skin cancer care. Specialists treat hypertrophic scars and keloids using surgical revision and advanced closure techniques.

Non-invasive options improve skin texture without traditional surgery. These include injectable dermal fillers and botulinum toxin to smooth wrinkles.

Advanced Treatment Technologies

The clinic uses energy-based platforms for skin tightening and resurfacing. These technologies target various skin layers to stimulate new collagen growth. The medical team applies them to treat acne scars, deep wrinkles, and lesions.

Featured technologies include:

Ultrapulsed CO2 Laser: removes the outer epidermis while heating the dermis layer.
Morpheus: fractional technology that improves skin firmness and stimulates collagen.
Precision laser therapy: delivers concentrated light beams to reduce blemishes and scars.

CO2 laser recovery typically lasts 3 to 10 days. The clinic provides detailed aftercare instructions to manage temporary redness and support skin hydration.

Services for International Patients

Clinic Riccardi supports international visitors with a multilingual medical team. Staff consult in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. The clinic provides English-language procedure materials to help patients understand their treatment paths. During planning, patients receive guidance on pre-operative exams, including blood tests and diagnostic imaging.

Additional services

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Accommodation

Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily

Patient reviews

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João Cândido Jardim Leal

Sep 1, 2026

To this day, I must have consulted with more than 40 doctors from all specialties. I should note that, of all of them, I have no complaints. But in this case, I want to highlight that the care and treatment provided by Dr. Denis Riccardi and his team deserves special recognition for the way we were treated. We’re very grateful and we sincerely wish them a lot of success in their work. Thank you. Hugs.

Lisa Carpentier

Jun 25, 2026

In May, my friend and I took the bold step of traveling to Porto Alegre for plastic surgery. I had done some research on best places to go globally and Brazil was top three. PA, I was told, was the best place to go in Brazil. The personal response when I reached out to them and had a video consult was unexpected and exceptional compared to the attention I would have received when exploring options here in the US, and blew away the nonexistent consultation with the high-end clinic I inquired at in Turkey. As well, the Turkish clinic was not about maintaining a natural appearance but would make you look however you wanted!! Like a cartoon!! Throughout our initial consult, Dr. Riccardi sought to know who I was, listening and asking questions about my story and what my expectations were (a natural refresh. I am 62.) He wanted to KNOW his patient’s heart as well as their face. That is unique indeed compared to US medicine!! Meeting Dr. Denis in PA was very comfortable after that. He was so very kind, welcoming and professional and I felt like I was in the care of a friend. His wife assisted in my surgery and she was equally calm and kind. They did a wonderful work on my face, while Dr. Vizzotto did the procedures on my body. They all worked so well together as a team! Post-op, communication and availability for any questions or concerns was coordinated for us and responses were prompt. Again, directly with the doctors, which is so comforting and unlike the US. And not just post-op care… Dr. Denis wanted our stay in PA to be as enjoyable as possible as we recovered. Suggestions on where to go for dinner or shopping and what to do while there were offered regularly as we were more able to get out. And PA feels safe to be out and about. I am well on my way to complete healing and could not be happier with the results!! I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Denis and Dr. Bianca to anyone, whether from Brazil or traveling for plastic surgery internationally. Their care, attention to detail and work is top of their profession in my experience! Lisa, Southern California

Nadimar Villarinho

May 8, 2026

Dr. is spectacular with excellence in care, strives for the best quality and patient satisfaction, and the whole team is wonderful! Aline Ramos.

Gnoatto Botoni

Dec 11, 2025

Very well taken care of; great experience. An extraordinary doctor and an excellent human being. Thank you for the care.

Silvana Rodrigues

Jul 18, 2025

Excellent! The whole team at Clínica Riccardi is amazing. The care is out of this world. You only understand it by living the experience. Words aren’t enough. I’m feeling fulfilled. As I joke with Dr Denis, he’s not a plastic surgeon—he’s a plastic artist. Loved it!!!

Rafael Brandes Zimermann

Jul 9, 2025

I’ve been a patient for a few years. I want to express my gratitude and recommend the services provided. The receptionist Adriana was very helpful and efficient. The removal of moles/small skin marks by Dr. Denis was successful. It healed very well. I was very satisfied with all the services.

Debora Balzan

Mar 28, 2025

The place, the team, Marisa, Adriana, Claudia, and Jessica; the doctors, Dr. Denis Riccardi and Dra. Bianca Albuquerque, are fantastic. Excellence from the very first consultation—every step of the follow-up, both during my stay and after discharge from the hospital, was fully personalized. The functional and aesthetic result is of an extremely high level. And to top it all off, in the later weekly follow-up appointments, I received the most delicate, tasteful, high-quality little gifts, to finish things off perfectly. Any other surgical procedure I do will be at Clínica Riccardi, with Dr. Denis and Dra. Bianca.

Alexandre Pavinatto

Mar 27, 2025

My experience was very good—an excellent surgeon. I had an extremely calm, trouble-free post-surgery period, with no pain, and the final result was excellent. Congratulations to Dr. Denis and the team.

maristela da re

Mar 26, 2025

I started my consultation with Dr. Denis Riccardi in February, and in March of the same year, 2025, I found myself with my health problem resolved. In fact, from the very first contact to this last one, the care, objectivity, and extreme safety and calm really stood out to me. Trust came immediately, and everything went very effectively and with clear resolution, along with a human approach that permeated every stage of the care. Thank you, Dr. Denis. I pray that God always guides you and that you always find many Blessings wherever you are. Thank you, always.

Alexandre Gamarra

Jan 10, 2025

My experience with Dr Denis and his team was excellent—not only the welcoming way they received me, but also the way he tried to understand my needs, which made me feel more confident about having the procedure done. In the post-operative period, Dr didn’t spare any effort to check that everything was going well while I was resting; he was always very attentive. I’d like to thank André, the driver the clinic provides if needed. A very big thank you to the whole team and to Dr Denis!