Colombia, Cali
Tummy tuck in Dr. Giovanny Alvarado (Plastic Surgery)
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About the clinic
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) at Dr. Giovanny Alvarado’s plastic surgery clinic in Cali, Colombia, uses a drainless technique. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Giovanny Alvarado Hermida has over 20 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
How the tummy tuck is performed
The surgery removes excess skin from below the navel to the pubic area. It can also remove many stretch marks in that area. Double- or triple-layer sutures bring separated abdominal muscles closer together. This muscle repair can create a flatter abdomen.
A low, smile-shaped incision follows the bikini line. The navel is rebuilt, with its scar hidden inside. Support-layer sutures anchor skin to the abdominal muscle covering, while additional sutures help prevent fluid buildup. No drains are used after surgery.
Clinic and aftercare
The clinic is ISO 9001 certified and has Level IV status. It limits its schedule to two surgeries per day. An on-site hyperbaric chamber is used for at least five sessions, starting the day after surgery, to reduce inflammation and support healing.
Dr. Alvarado performs post-surgery check-ups and is available by phone around the clock. Patients should stop Omega 3 and vitamin E 15 days before surgery, keep their BMI under 30, and stop smoking at least one month beforehand.
Recovery timeline
Patients sleep in a semi-seated position for the first two nights. Massages begin on day two, and a compression garment starts on day eight. Walking while leaning forward may be needed for three to five days.
Light aerobic exercise can resume after one month. Heavy lifting and other exercise are usually cleared at three months. After stitch removal, patients use a silicone scar band. To discuss whether this approach fits their needs, patients can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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Plastic Surgery
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Tummy tuck | Price on request | |
| Breast lift | Price on request | |
| Mommy makeover | Price on request | |
| Breast augmentation | Price on request | |
| Laser liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposculpture | Price on request | |
| Vaser liposuction | Price on request | |
| Reconstructive surgery | Price on request | |
| Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck | Price on request | |
| Abdominal etching (Six Pack Abs) | Price on request | |
| Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Fat Reduction | Price on request | |
| Back Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Belt Lipectomy | Price on request | |
| Facelift | Price on request | |
| Breast reduction | Price on request | |
| Chin Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Abdominal Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction of the Thigh | Price on request | |
| Love handles liposuction | Price on request | |
| Buttocks liposuction | Price on request | |
| Full Body Lift | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer | Price on request | |
| Vaser 3 Areas + Tummy Tuck | Price on request |
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hospital accreditations of quality
Given to the doctor International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Сertificate
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Given to the doctor International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Сertificate certificate for Dr. Giovanny Alvarado (Plastic Surgery)
ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems
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ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems certificate for Dr. Giovanny Alvarado (Plastic Surgery)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
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American Society of Plastic Surgeons certificate for Dr. Giovanny Alvarado (Plastic Surgery)
Dr. Giovanny Alvarado (Plastic Surgery): more details about the clinic
Colombia, Cali
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.
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Patient reviews
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Alejandro Cañizares Ortiz
Aug 6, 2026
I went to Dr. Giovanny Alvarado to assess a possible revision of an otoplasty. After examining me, he explained with complete honesty that he didn’t think a new surgery was necessary. He could have recommended that I undergo surgery, but he chose to be truthful and put my wellbeing first.
Both the doctor and his team were very kind and professional. Without a doubt, I recommend him for his ethics, honesty, and excellent patient care.
alexandra gonzalez
Jul 2, 2026
Thanks to Dr. Alvarado and all his team for making me feel safe and supported, always available for me throughout this process. I’m happy with my results!!! 100% recommended.
Lina Riggs
May 4, 2026
Dr Alvarado did my tummy tuck. And WOW i never thought i would rock a bikini. My case was complicated and he is an artist! My only tiny complaint, and i wish I could take 1/4 of a star only is the way he does appointments. It is first comes first service. But sincerely, I would go with him again and again.
Lucia Guzman
Mar 6, 2026
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Giovanny and his entire team. From the moment you arrive at the appointment, they welcome you with great kindness and professionalism, which makes you feel calm and in good hands.
The doctor took the time to explain everything to me in detail and answered all my questions with patience and clarity. Communication throughout the entire process was excellent, and I always felt well informed and supported.
Dr. Giovanny is very professional, caring, and highly qualified in what he does. The whole team creates a warm, human environment—something that really makes a difference. I’m very grateful for the care I received and I highly recommend them.
Juliana Sanchez
May 11, 2023
Dr Giovanny, I’m incredibly grateful for your professionalism and warmth. For 20 years I’ve had the opportunity to know your work, and I can confirm how satisfied the patients are with the procedures. I underwent liposculpture and breast surgery, and I was very happy with the results.
For you and your team, I’m sending a big hug and many blessings!!!
jhoany alcalde cruz
Jun 22, 2022
A thousand thanks, Dr. Geovany Alvarado, for your professionalism and commitment to me... I want to thank you for the surgery (Lipo) you performed on me, which improved me tremendously—my self-esteem, physical appearance, physical condition, health, weight-related issues, etc., etc. Besides that, I want to highlight the professionalism and warmth of Dr. Geovany Alvarado and all his team. Thanks to them, my surgery was a complete success 🙌 I didn’t suffer any kind of trauma or pain. May God bless you and give you a lot of wisdom so you can keep providing health and well-being to all your patients. Once again, a thousand thanks, Dr. Geovany.
Natalia Yela Duque
Jul 11, 2026
Excellent care and excellent results with Dr. I’ve had two surgeries with him. 20 out of 10 ✨⭐️
Diva Lucumi
Aug 28, 2021
mayerli castro
Oct 31, 2020
Sharon Ramp
Oct 3, 2023
Full Disclosure - I am sure that the Doctor will say that I did not want to have the surgery or I was a very difficult patient. See the pic.
I initially contacted Dr. Alvorado for plastic surgery on 9 September to perform a breast lift. The Doctor told me he could do the surgery on 16 September 2023.
In the following days, I attended all my pre-op appointments, expecting to receive surgery on 16 September 2023. On 13 September, at 1:05 pm, I was told that the surgery would be on 16 September at 7:00 at the Otorrinolaringologia and Cirugia Plastica on 4 NTE in Granda Calo, Colombia. At 9:13 on 15 September, I was sent a text message stating the surgery was moved to 8:00 on 16 September at the Hospital Fiore, and I received two missed phone calls at (9:19 and 9:37 am at another hospital on the other side of town. At 10:51 a.m. the same day, I received a text message stating I needed an HIV test. At 10:54, a few minutes later, I received another text message stating that my previous blood work included the HIV test. At 1:36 the same day, I received another text message saying that the surgery was moved back to the original location at 1:30 p.m.
After the third change and numerous phone calls, I requested to speak to the Doctor after going back and forth with the office attendant. I received a text message from the Doctor that I would receive a refund, and he stated that the clinic where he operates "was entering the maintenance process because the health authorities are reviewing the clinic". The Doctor also stated that the clinic where they usually operate is undergoing maintenance and will possibly restart activities at the end of the following week. After much back and forth, the Doctor stated that "previous surgeries had been canceled the previous week because of maintenance issues. The Doctor went on to say that "while this solution is being resolved, they are obligated to return the funds. He stated that he could return the funds in cash. At 4:47 the same day, The Doctor said he could deposit the funds to any account I wished. Again, I informed the Doctor's office that I did not want to have any other forms of return outside of my credit cards.
I received a text message at 4:48 p.m. on 15 September 2023 stating that the Doctor would refund the surgery and associated medical pre-op costs. I received another follow-up that that the office would return the funds in cash on Saturday, 16, 2023, after 11:00 a.m. Although I did not wish to have the cash but rather a return of funds to my credit card, I was told that the Doctor would give me a check. I informed the office that I would not accept a check for a refund of services since I used my credit cards. On 18 September at 10:34, I received another text message that the Doctor's office would return my total costs of ~18M COPs, which would take five days for the transaction.
I received the COP 500,000 on 21 September 2023 for the pre-op costs in cash. That same day, I received a text from the office stating that they had proceeded with the return and would call the service that handles credit card charges.
To this date, I have not received a refund of my surgery costs. The Doctor's office willfully took my money, and there is no real expectation that the surgery would happen on 16 September 2023 as requested. Based on the communication, the Doctor knew that his operating hospitals were closed for maintenance. In fact, after further questioning, the Doctor admitted that the surgery would not be at any time on 16 September since the hospitals were closed and may reopen the following week.
At the end, the changing of times, locations, and dates along with the note that the hospitals were closed due to maintenance is of a major concern. 24 Hours before a major surgery, I had no idea what would happen the next day....if I should fast...where I should be....nada.....The Doctor stated it was not his fault since he operates out of 3 different hospitals BUT he knew at the time that he scheduled my surgery, all three hospitals were having maintenance issues.
Edificio Vida Centro Profesional (Edificio de Colores), Calle 5D # 38A-35, Torre 2, piso 11, Consultorio 1105, Cali, Colombia
updated 11/4/2026
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