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Procedures take place at accredited partner hospitals, including Hospital Metropolitano de Santiago. The clinic is a pioneer in laser technology in the region. It uses international laser equipment approved by the FDA. Specialized services include breast reconstruction, rhinoplasty, and various liposuction techniques. The medical team supports patients before and after treatment.
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International patients get full support through medical packages. These include airport pickup, city transport, and a dedicated recovery house. Patients can meet the surgeon before travel via video consultation. Post-operative care covers lymphatic drainage and fibrosis management. Dr. Herrera is a member of SODOCIPRE and ISAPS.
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The practice focuses on abdominoplasty, liposculpture, and breast reduction. Other services include mastopexy, otoplasty, and gynecomastia surgery. The clinic uses VASER technology for body contouring. Safety protocols rely on approved substances and certified specialists. International patients can access financing plans through the Heva platform.
","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/6ae39698ef9eb","title":"Dr. Asmin Aquino clinic exterior with stone facade and blooming garden"}],"flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"is_created_by_parser","value":true}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"Dominican Republic","id":185,"alias":"dominican-republic","iso_code":"DO"},"city":{"name":"Santo Domingo","id":2524,"alias":"santo-domingo"},"address":"3rd Floor @CECIP; Santo Domingo, Rep. Dom."},"rating":{"rating":0,"google":3.8,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":0},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":0,"doctors_number":1},"accreditations":[]}},{"text":"Armonia Recovery House offers plastic surgery patients 24-hour nursing and balanced recovery meals. CECIP combines tummy tuck surgery with Lipo 360, with a personalized exam and treatment plan. Patients should plan to stay in the Dominican Republic for at least 10–14 days for scheduled post-operative consultations. Airport pickup and transfers between the hospital and lodging are handled by the clinic. The clinic is in Santo Domingo’s Gascue district.
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Dr. Díaz Guzmán graduated magna cum laude from INTEC University. He completed his residency at Salvador B. Gautier Hospital. He has over 15 years of experience and has treated more than 2,000 patients. He has also published research and presented at international medical symposiums.
International patients get full travel support and airport transfers. The practice arranges stays in specialized Recovery Houses for post-surgical care. These homes provide 24-hour nursing and balanced meals during recovery.
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Dr. Luis González — IPBMA Medicine Associates is a private plastic surgery center in Santo Domingo. It operates from a new seven-story building with dedicated surgical and recovery floors. About 1,000 adults choose the clinic each year from the US, Canada, and Latin America.
Dr. José León offers body contouring with over 10 years of experience. He is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. The clinic uses VASER liposuction and Renuvion J-Plasma for fat removal and skin tightening. Dr. León holds memberships in both ASPS and ISAPS. He creates personalized surgical plans to achieve natural results. All procedures take place at Plastimedic, a fully accredited surgical facility in Santo Domingo.
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The practice is known for advanced energy-assisted body contouring. These protocols pair VASER liposuction with Renuvion J-Plasma or Dorian RF energy. This combination targets fat removal and skin tightening in one treatment. Breast procedures often use saline implants with submuscular placement. International patients get coordination support and 24/7 assistant access in Spanish.
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Breast procedures use the Preservé™ technique. Body contouring options include 360 liposculpture and Brazilian Butt Lifts. For abdominal cases, the surgeon performs mini abdominoplasty and diastasis correction. Dr. Peralta is a certified plastic surgeon and member of several medical societies. International patients get ongoing post-operative support after returning home.
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Breast procedures use the Preservé™ technique. Body contouring options include 360 liposculpture and Brazilian Butt Lifts. For abdominal cases, the surgeon performs mini abdominoplasty and diastasis correction. Dr. Peralta is a certified plastic surgeon and member of several medical societies. International patients get ongoing post-operative support after returning home.
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Dr. Luis González — IPBMA Medicine Associates is a private plastic surgery center in Santo Domingo. It operates from a new seven-story building with dedicated surgical and recovery floors. About 1,000 adults choose the clinic each year from the US, Canada, and Latin America.
The operation flattens the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin, creating a firmer, slimmer profile.
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"},"1140":{"operation":{"name":"Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck","alias":"fleur-de-lis-tummy-tuck","use_for_listing":true},"country_price":{"US":{"amount":9500,"max_amount":17000,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":0,"price_kind":"estimate","price_source":"parsed","scope":"country"},"TR":{"amount":3400,"max_amount":6100,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":10,"price_kind":"from_range","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"},"TH":{"amount":4200,"max_amount":7200,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":0,"price_kind":"estimate","price_source":"parsed","scope":"country"}},"available_clinics":{"US":false,"TR":true,"TH":false},"description":"Removing excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles through a vertical and horizontal incision, offering improved contour and enhanced recovery for those with significant weight loss."},"1145":{"operation":{"name":"Reverse Tummy Tuck","alias":"reverse-tummy-tuck","use_for_listing":true},"country_price":{"US":{"amount":8000,"max_amount":15000,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":0,"price_kind":"estimate","price_source":"parsed","scope":"country"},"TR":{"amount":3500,"max_amount":5200,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":2,"price_kind":"from_range","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"},"TH":{"amount":10000,"max_amount":0,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":1,"price_kind":"from","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"}},"available_clinics":{"US":false,"TR":true,"TH":true},"description":"This cosmetic surgery involves tightening and lifting the upper abdominal skin by removing excess tissue, resulting in a firmer appearance and improved body contour."},"1500":{"operation":{"name":"Panniculectomy","alias":"panniculectomy","use_for_listing":true},"country_price":{"US":{"amount":8000,"max_amount":17000,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":0,"price_kind":"estimate","price_source":"parsed","scope":"country"},"TR":{"amount":3300,"max_amount":5200,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":3,"price_kind":"from_range","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"},"TH":{"amount":8500,"max_amount":0,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":1,"price_kind":"from","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"}},"available_clinics":{"US":false,"TR":true,"TH":true},"description":"This surgical procedure removes excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen, often after significant weight loss, to improve mobility and personal comfort."},"1518":{"operation":{"name":"Male Tummy Tuck","alias":"male-tummy-tuck","use_for_listing":true},"country_price":{"US":{"amount":8000,"max_amount":14000,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":0,"price_kind":"estimate","price_source":"parsed","scope":"country"},"TR":{"amount":3300,"max_amount":5200,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":4,"price_kind":"from_range","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"},"TH":{"amount":3800,"max_amount":6000,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":3,"price_kind":"from_range","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"}},"available_clinics":{"US":false,"TR":true,"TH":true},"description":"Removing of an excess skin and fat from the abdomen, tightens muscles for a flatter appearance, and typically involves a recovery period of several weeks."},"1523":{"operation":{"name":"Six Pack Male Tummy Tuck","alias":"six-pack-male-tummy-tuck","use_for_listing":true},"country_price":{"US":{"amount":9500,"max_amount":18000,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":0,"price_kind":"estimate","price_source":"parsed","scope":"country"},"TR":{"amount":3600,"max_amount":5800,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":3,"price_kind":"from_range","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"},"TH":{"amount":3200,"max_amount":6800,"currency":"USD","clinic_count":2,"price_kind":"from_range","price_source":"tariff","scope":"country"}},"available_clinics":{"US":false,"TR":true,"TH":true},"description":"This cosmetic surgery sculpts the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin, enhancing muscle definition to create a toned, six-pack appearance, typically requiring a few weeks of recovery."}}},"operationIndicators":{"details":{"anesthesia":"general","days_in_clinic":2,"days_in_country":7,"rehabilitation_days":14,"satisfied_percent":78,"treatment_conditions":"inpatient","treatment_duration_hours":4},"illness_kind_details":{"requests_processed":110449}},"responsibleDoctor":{"id":1758,"alias":"ergin-er","name":"Ergin Er","photo":"doctor/5cd02aa7a3f4e","advisory_text":"Dr. Ergin Er is a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon who has performed more than 10,000 aesthetic procedures. He is a multiple award winner at Turkish National Congresses of Plastic Surgery and completed advanced training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.","linkedin":"","specialities":[{"id":"pls.001","name":"Plastic surgeon","illness_kind_id":38}]},"direction":{"id":38,"name":"Plastic Surgery","alias":"plastic-surgery"},"illness_kind":{"id":38,"name":{"en":"Plastic Surgery"}},"parsed_details":{"procedure_type":"surgery","fields":{"anesthesia":["general"],"back_to_work_days":{"min":14,"max":28,"unit":"days","qualifier":"Desk work typically resumes after 2–4 weeks, depending on pain and drains. Physically demanding work needs 6–8 weeks."},"complication_rate_pct":{"min":1,"max":5,"unit":"percent","qualifier":"Major complications only: hematoma, venous thromboembolism, necrosis, deep infection, reoperation. 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