Modern clinic building exterior of Dr. Thiago Costa – plastic surgery in Brazil

Brazil, Porto Alegre

Surgery in Dr. Thiago Costa – plastic surgery

2 accreditations

hospital certificates of quality

About the clinic

Plastic surgery at the clinic of Dr. Thiago Costa in Porto Alegre, Brazil, focuses on advanced body contouring and breast enhancement. The facility holds prestigious accreditations from SBCP, TEMOS, and ISAPS. Patients benefit from modern recovery protocols that help them return to daily life much faster than traditional methods.

Advanced Surgical Methods

Dr. Thiago Costa uses specialized techniques to improve safety and aesthetic results. For breast augmentation, he applies the Keller Funnel for implant insertion. This tool allows for a no-touch technique, which lowers the risk of contamination. The clinic also offers high-definition liposuction (Lipo HD) and mid-definition (Lipo MD) to sculpt the body. Other available procedures include abdominoplasty and gluteoplasty. Every surgery takes place in a controlled hospital environment to maintain high safety levels.

Fast Track Recovery Protocols

The clinic follows the R24H and Fast Track Recovery protocols for breast surgery. These methods allow many patients to resume light activities within 24 hours. To support healing, the clinic uses the TC Private Recovery model. This system provides continuous monitoring for every patient from the moment surgery ends until discharge. Most patients stay in the hospital for 12 to 24 hours. Post-bariatric surgeries may require a stay of up to 3 days.

Pre-Surgery and Aftercare

Safety starts with a detailed health check. Before any procedure, patients must provide several medical tests:

Complete blood count (CBC)
Breast ultrasound and mammography
Electrocardiogram (ECG)

After surgery, the clinic provides a compression garment kit. Specialized lymphatic drainage sessions start on the fourth day to reduce swelling. Patients should avoid sun exposure for at least 2 months to help scars heal correctly.

Expertise of Dr. Thiago Costa

Dr. Thiago Costa is a titular member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP). In 2008, he received the Dr. Geraldo Peixoto award for being the best resident in his field. He is also a member of ISAPS, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The clinic maintains a perfect 5.0 rating from over 150 patient reviews on Google.

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hospital accreditations of quality

TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation

DE, TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Dr. Thiago Costa – plastic surgery

Given to the doctor International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Сertificate

US, Given to the doctor International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Сertificate certificate for Dr. Thiago Costa – plastic surgery

Dr. Thiago Costa – plastic surgery: more details about the clinic

Brazil, Porto Alegre

Dr. Thiago Costa – plastic surgery is a single-specialty clinic in Porto Alegre, Brazil. The practice has one department and building. Dr. Thiago Costa leads it, focusing on surgical aesthetics and structured patient recovery.

Accreditations and Professional Recognition

The clinic holds several professional registrations and certifications. It is registered with CREMERS (Regional Medical Council of Rio Grande do Sul) and RQE (Specialist Qualification Register). Additional certifications and memberships include:

Sociedade Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica (SBCP)
International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
TEMOS International Healthcare Accreditation

The clinic has a 5.0 score based on 181 Google reviews.

Plastic Surgery Specialties and Methods

The clinic offers aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Each surgery includes a pre-operative evaluation and detailed treatment plan. All procedures take place in a hospital setting for full medical support.

Breast Surgery and Augmentation

The practice uses the Fast Track Recovery approach for breast augmentation. This helps patients return to daily activities faster. Surgeons make a small 3–4 cm incision in the breast fold. They use the Keller funnel to insert implants, which limits contact with the external environment. This technique often combines with the R24H (Recovery 24 Hours) protocol for quicker rehabilitation.

Body Contouring and Liposuction

The surgical team performs several body reshaping procedures:

Lipo HD and Lipo MD – high and medium definition liposuction to define muscles
Lipoabdominoplasty – combines excess skin removal with waist reshaping
360 Liposuction – treats the entire circumference of the torso
Gluteoplasty – includes silicone implants or fat transfer (Lipoenxertia)

For abdominoplasty, patients should be near their ideal weight. This leads to better results and safer recovery.

Facial and Reconstructive Procedures

Specialists offer Deep Plane and Endoscopic facelifts. These methods target deeper tissue layers for a more natural look. The clinic also treats gynecomastia (male breast reduction). This surgery typically takes 1–2 hours with a 12–24 hour hospital stay.

Care Standards and Technology

The clinic uses the TC Private support model. This system provides close monitoring from first consultation through final discharge. Patients receive a post-operative kit with two surgical compression garments and recovery essentials.

Before surgery, the medical team runs diagnostic screening:

Complete blood count (CBC)
Breast ultrasound and mammography
Electrocardiogram (ECG) to check heart health

Specialists also review all medications before the operation. This helps adjust prescriptions to reduce surgical risks.

Services for International Patients

The clinic offers structured guidance for patients traveling from abroad. This includes planning pre-operative exams and scheduling follow-ups. Staff members assist in several languages:

English
Portuguese
Spanish

Post-operative care follows the TC Private Recovery model. Patients have direct access to the medical team after leaving the hospital.

Additional services

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Patient reviews

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10 Google reviews

Claudenis Souza

Oct 15, 2026

Today I want to express my immense gratitude to Dr Thiago Costa. After going through moments of insecurity, frustration, and fear with a surgery that didn’t have the expected result, I found in his hands much more than an excellent professional—I found dedication, sensitivity, respect, and love for what he does. The correction you performed went beyond technical perfection. It is giving back my self-esteem, my confidence, and the joy of looking at myself in the mirror again. Every detail of the result shows the commitment of someone who truly understands that their work changes lives. Dr. Thiago, thank you for being a 1000/10 professional. Your dedication, competence, perfectionism, and love for what you do make all the difference in your patients’ lives. I will be eternally grateful for turning an experience of suffering into a story of overcoming. May your talent continue to return smiles, self-esteem, and happiness to many people, just as it did to me.

Andressa Mantovani

Oct 8, 2026

Dr. Thiago is an exceptional doctor and an incredible human being! I felt comfortable with him from the very first contact. During our consultation, after that he operated on my mother—and that’s when he truly won my heart and admiration. What care, what kindness, what service, and what an impeccable result! After that, I already knew that it would be with him that I would carry out the great transformation of my life—a complete surgery to restore my self-esteem... The whole process was very calm, transparent, and made easier, and I always felt welcomed and supported by Roberta, the doctor’s concierge, who makes and makes a difference in patients’ lives. I have no words to thank her for everything she did for me throughout this entire process—always kind, always willing to help with whatever I needed... It’s impossible not to fall in love with her! And lastly, but of unequal importance, I need to talk about Paula, who was with me in every appointment, who participated in my surgery, who literally held my hand when I fell asleep, and was the first person I saw when I woke up. She took care of me in every moment, came to my house, gave me my first bath, helped me with my questions via WhatsApp, and today she removed my stitches. What luck I have to have all of you! I could stay here for hours talking about how everyone should have a team like this in life. Thank you for everything! P.S.: I’m absolutely marvelous!

Maria Alice Giacomini

Oct 7, 2026

Dr. Thiago Costa is an exceptional doctor! With extensive knowledge in surgical techniques and modern equipment for evaluations and simulations using the Crisalix method. In addition, he is very cordial and attentive. I highly recommend him.

IARA MARIA DE MELLO

Oct 2, 2026

My experience was excellent. Dr. Thiago is such a wonderful person—sensitive, empathetic, truly a great human being. As a professional, he’s even better. I had a mastopexy with implants and it turned out beautiful!!! Exactly how I told him I wanted it. I highly recommend him….

Fernanda Iepsen Schneider

Sep 23, 2026

I had my mastopexy in July 2026, and from the very first consultations I was muuuuchly well taken care of by the whole team (Dr. Thiago, Paulinha, Roberta). They are all very attentive, kind, and caring. I’m still in the healing process, but I’m already very happy with the result!!! You’re the best 💖💖💖

Raiety Pinheiro

Sep 15, 2026

I will always be grateful to the entire team. I will never forget the care and kindness I received starting from my very first appointment, continuing through the surgery and throughout the entire post-operative period. Roberta and Paula were always ready to help me at every moment. The follow-up with the nutritionist Pri was also essential for my preparation and recovery. Following her guidance made all the difference in my post-operative period. To Dr. Thiago, my eternal gratitude. May God continue to bless his life and his mission. At my first appointment, I arrived with a folder of exams and a sad expression because of my health condition. My goal was not aesthetics, but health—and he understood. He listened to my entire story, explained every detail, respected my fears, and followed up closely, always with empathy, transparency, safety, and a great deal of humanity. At no point did he make me create false expectations; on the contrary, he was sincere and always pointed me to the best path with transparency. Today, thanks be to God and the gift He granted Dr. Thiago, I have my health back. And with the excellent work of the Dr, he also helped raise my self-esteem. I also thank the entire team that was present on the day of the surgery— the anesthesiologist, who welcomed me and reassured me— and Dr. Fábio, who accompanied me. Gratitude to Dr. Thiago and to the whole team for all the care, kindness, professionalism, and dedication. Excellence, safety, and humanized care sum up this team.

Carla Ell

Sep 4, 2026

My experience during the procedure was very positive. From the very first appointment, the doctor and his entire team were wonderful—always very attentive, careful, and professional. They made me feel extremely safe and calm in every moment, making the experience much lighter and more comfortable. I’m very grateful for all the care and kindness. I truly recommend it!

Cláudia Palludo

Sep 4, 2026

Dr Thiago is a great professional—competent, dedicated, experienced, and very charismatic. Not to mention his team, which is excellent too!

Nathália Lindsey Da Silva Lemos

Aug 28, 2026

Dr Thiago, plastic surgeon, and his team are top!!!! He was wonderful throughout the surgeries I had. From the very first moment, he always showed great professionalism, ethics, responsibility, and above all, genuine care for my health and well-being. In every stage, I felt safe, welcomed, and confident, knowing that my choices were being guided with a lot of attention and respect for my limits. For me, the real difference is precisely that: safety, health, and care always come first, combined with work done with excellence and dedication. I’m very grateful for having chosen a professional I could fully trust. ❤️