Dr. Saad Barhoum runs a plastic surgery practice in Cali and Pereira, Colombia. The practice focuses on complex breast reconstruction and body reshaping. Key procedures include breast explant surgery and biopolymer removal. Operations take place in a licensed fourth-level clinic. This facility offers inpatient care, emergency services, and intensive care.
Dr. Barhoum specialized in plastic surgery in 2003. He has practiced in Cali for over 20 years. His team includes three specialists, among them an anesthesiologist. Dr. Barhoum won Bronze at the ISAPS Olympiad 2025 in Singapore. The award recognized his talk on autologous breast explant techniques. The clinic holds ISAPS recognition and REPS registration.
A specialist anesthesiologist supervises every surgery. The surgical unit has a licensed sterilization center and pharmacy. International patients travel to Cali for surgery and recovery. Most come from Spain and other EU countries. The clinic offers structured follow-up schedules for all traveling patients.
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Dr. Barhoum specialized in plastic surgery in 2003. He has practiced in Cali for over 20 years. His team includes three specialists, among them an anesthesiologist. Dr. Barhoum won Bronze at the ISAPS Olympiad 2025 in Singapore. The award recognized his talk on autologous breast explant techniques. The clinic holds ISAPS recognition and REPS registration.
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