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Liposuction in Dr. Rodrigo Rocha (Élan Clinic)

About the clinic

Liposuction at Élan Clinic in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, focuses on body contouring through subcutaneous fat removal. Led by Dr. Rodrigo Rocha, the clinic offers several methods to address localized fat that resists diet and exercise. Patients benefit from the surgeon's experience of performing 1,000+ procedures and his focus on natural-looking proportions.

Advanced Liposuction Techniques

The clinic uses diverse technologies to improve patient outcomes and recovery speed. While traditional methods are available, Dr. Rodrigo Rocha often uses Vaser and Laser liposuction. Vaser technology uses sound energy to emulsify fat before removal. This method helps protect surrounding tissues and can lead to smoother results. Laser-assisted liposuction uses thermal energy to melt fat and helps the skin retract better after the procedure.

Candidacy and Medical Evaluation

Success depends on a careful clinical evaluation before the surgery. Dr. Rodrigo Rocha assesses fat distribution, skin quality, and weight stability. This procedure is for patients with good skin elasticity and a stable weight. It is not a weight loss solution or a treatment for significant skin laxity. In some cases, the doctor uses ultrasonography to map fat layers before the operation starts. This step helps create a personalized surgical plan for every patient.

Recovery and Aftercare

The recovery process follows a structured protocol to manage swelling and support healing. Most patients return to light daily activities within 7 to 14 days. A compression garment must be worn during the initial weeks to help the body adapt to its new shape. The final body contour typically becomes visible after 3 months. The clinic provides a staged plan for returning to exercise and schedules regular follow-up visits to monitor the healing progress.

Expertise of Dr. Rodrigo Rocha

Dr. Rodrigo Rocha is a specialized plastic surgeon focusing on body contouring and breast surgery. He holds official CRM and RQE registrations in Brazil and serves as a staff member at HMSA hospital. With over 1,000 surgeries performed, Dr. Rodrigo Rocha prioritizes safety and ethical assessments. He only recommends liposuction when it is clinically appropriate for the patient's body type and goals.

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Dr. Rodrigo Rocha (Élan Clinic): more details about the clinic

Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

Dr. Rodrigo Rocha (Élan Clinic) is a private plastic surgery practice in the Ipanema neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The clinic operates in a single building. It focuses on surgical aesthetic improvements for the body and breasts.

Key Facts and Professional Accreditations

The practice is led by Dr. Rodrigo Rocha. He has performed over 1,000 surgeries throughout his career. The clinic holds a 5.0 rating on Google reviews.

Dr. Rocha holds formal medical registrations including CRM 99573-8 and RQE 35500. He is also a staff member at the HMSA hospital facility.

Surgical Specialties and Methods

The clinic specializes in body contouring and breast surgery. Every case starts with individualized planning to achieve natural-looking results. Surgeons recommend procedures only when medically appropriate for the patient.

Body Contouring Procedures

Specialists address localized fat, excess skin, and muscle separation. The clinic offers several techniques for abdominal and limb reshaping:

  • Lipo HD (High Definition) to redefine body proportions and muscle highlights.
  • Traditional liposuction for localized fat removal on the back, thighs, and love handles.
  • Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to remove excess skin and repair separated abdominal muscles.
  • Minimally invasive diastasis correction for patients who do not need large incisions.
  • Brachioplasty (arm lift) for intense skin laxity after significant weight loss.
  • Liposuction with skin retraction technologies for moderate arm laxity.

Patients receive a structured recovery guide after abdominal surgery. This covers posture, compression garment use, and gradual return to activity.

Breast Surgery and Reshaping

Breast procedures focus on volume, shape, and symmetry. The clinic treats sagging, volume loss, and disproportion through various surgical strategies:

  • Mastopexy (breast lift) to reposition sagging tissue with or without silicone implants.
  • Reduction mammaplasty to decrease volume and improve physical comfort.
  • Augmentation mammaplasty using silicone, "Gummy Bear," or "Tear Drop" implants.
  • Individualized asymmetry correction using different implant sizes or lifting techniques on each side.
  • Gynecomastia treatment using Vaser liposuction for male breast reduction.

Recovery follows a staged timeline. Patients return to light activities within 14 days. Final results are typically assessed between 3 and 6 months.

Additional Procedures

The clinic provides other aesthetic and functional surgeries:

  • Rhinoplasty, including open and tip-only techniques.
  • Mommy makeover combinations to restore the body after pregnancy.
  • Vaginoplasty for intimate rejuvenation.
  • Panniculectomy to remove large aprons of skin after weight loss.

All surgeries take place in accredited surgical centers. These facilities provide the team and equipment needed for patient safety.

Diagnostic and Treatment Technology

Dr. Rocha uses ultrasonography for preoperative assessments. This tool helps evaluate muscle diastasis before abdominal surgery.

The clinic also uses Vaser and laser liposuction technologies. These systems emulsify fat and improve skin retraction during contouring.

Services for International Patients

Online consultations are available to begin treatment planning. These virtual meetings let patients discuss goals before traveling. The team offers consultations in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.

Patients receive detailed postoperative support to monitor recovery from a distance.

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Patient reviews

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5 Google reviews

Nathaly Santos Huguenin

Aug 13, 2026
Dr. Rodrigo is a sweetheart. A doctor who pays attention, looks you in the eye when he talks, as if he had all the time in the world to see you and answer all your questions. I felt very welcomed; it was a wonderful experience. I also want to leave a special thank-you to Flávia, the doctor's secretary, who was a sweetheart and went above and beyond to help me with whatever I needed. I highly recommend it!

Ana Carolina Caruso

Jul 10, 2026
Talking about Dr. Rodrigo is very easy! The process of getting my surgery done took about 3 years. He was always very careful, helping me make the best decision. Forty-five days ago I made my dream come true. I am a bariatric patient and I had a mastopexy with implants and a lipoabdominoplasty. I would choose Dr. Rodrigo a thousand times. Always attentive and detail-oriented in the pre- and postoperative periods. I'm not at the final result yet and I already love my body. Thank you so much for being part of my transformation.

Vanessa Machado

Jul 9, 2026
I would like to publicly record my recommendation and my gratitude to Dr. Rodrigo Rocha. Finding a plastic surgeon who combines impeccable professionalism with such a warm and patient human side makes all the difference. From the very first contact, he made me feel very safe, answering all my questions clearly and with complete transparency about the entire process. His dedication is exemplary: always helpful and present, closely following every detail of the pre- and postoperative periods. With him I underwent mastopexy with implants, abdominoplasty, liposuction, and a technology-assisted thigh lift, and the result made me extremely happy! Dr. Rodrigo's technique is very subtle and precise, providing a wonderful, harmonious, and natural effect. I would definitely choose him again, and I recommend him without hesitation as an excellent professional in the field. Congratulations on the impeccable work and all your dedication, Dr. Rodrigo! 👏⭐

Glenda Villar

Jul 9, 2026
I'm at a loss for words about Dr. Rodrigo. I found him by chance and had my reconstructive surgeries 3 months ago. He was extremely attentive and careful throughout the entire pre- and postoperative process. I had a few small complications, and he was always concerned about helping me resolve them. He gets a 1000/10. I already want to have other surgeries with him ❤️

Ita Goes

Mar 24, 2026
I sought out Dr. Rodrigo to undergo mastopexy surgery without implants (post-bariatric). The first consultation was very enlightening; he was transparent in every respect and explained the entire process in detail. The outcome of the surgery exceeded my expectations, and all the support I received from him in the postoperative period was wonderful. Dr. Rodrigo is humane and always treats patients with great kindness. I wish him every success!

Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 414, sala 402/403 (Edifício Quartier Ipanema), Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22410-002, Brazil

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