EQE Center for Aesthetic Surgery is a multi-specialty clinic in Medellín, Colombia. It focuses on aesthetic surgery, general surgery, and cosmetic medicine. The center also offers otoplasty for children and teenagers. Every procedure involves two specialists and one anesthesiologist. Dr. Amy Barreto has practiced cosmetic surgery for over 20 years.
The clinic is JCI-accredited and holds ASPS recognition. It is authorized by the Colombian Ministry of Health. Specialists use the Spider Ecleris device for advanced vascular treatments. Other tools include CO2 fractional lasers and radiofrequency systems. International patients begin with a virtual consultation and follow a structured pathway.
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The clinic is JCI-accredited and holds ASPS recognition. It is authorized by the Colombian Ministry of Health. Specialists use the Spider Ecleris device for advanced vascular treatments. Other tools include CO2 fractional lasers and radiofrequency systems. International patients begin with a virtual consultation and follow a structured pathway.
","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/6ae2030b17963","title":"Exterior de la Clínica ActiveCare con fachada moderna y estacionamiento privado"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae2030c9986e","title":"Exterior de la clínica Vitale Centro Medico con asientos modernos y vegetación"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae2030e46a93","title":"Fachada de la clínica Los Alamos Clínica de Especialistas con entrada moderna"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae2030fa1134","title":"Sala de consultas en EQE Center for Aesthetic Surgery con doctora en el escritorio"}],"flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"is_created_by_parser","value":true}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"Colombia","id":204,"alias":"colombia","iso_code":"CO"},"city":{"name":"Medellín","id":2522,"alias":"medellin"},"address":"Torre Medical, Calle 7 No 39 – 107, Consultorio 1306, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia"},"rating":{"rating":0,"google":0,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":0},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":0,"doctors_number":1},"accreditations":[{"logo":"https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/bookimed/accreditations/5d88bd61a3cbb.jpeg","name":"Sociedad Americana de Cirujanos Plásticos","country_code":"US"}]}},{"text":"Dr. Victor Restrepo is a private plastic surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, breast, and body. Key services include rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and post-bariatric surgery. Dr. Restrepo is a board-certified specialist with over 30 years of experience. He belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. He also co-authored the medical book Contemporary Aesthetic Surgery.
The practice follows strict safety protocols and plans each surgery individually. Body contouring often involves staged procedures over 12 to 18 months. Tummy tucks focus on repairing weakened abdominal muscles. The clinic uses VASER ultrasound-assisted liposuction for precise fat removal. Patients get structured recovery plans with compression garments and follow-up monitoring. International patients receive clear procedure guidance and recovery milestones.
","text_type":"short_description","reviews":[],"clinic":{"id":9376,"alias":"dr-victor-restrepo-certified-plastic-surgeon","name":"Dr. Victor Restrepo — Certified Plastic Surgeon","short_description":"Dr. Victor Restrepo is a private plastic surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, breast, and body. Key services include rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and post-bariatric surgery. Dr. Restrepo is a board-certified specialist with over 30 years of experience. He belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. He also co-authored the medical book Contemporary Aesthetic Surgery.
The practice follows strict safety protocols and plans each surgery individually. Body contouring often involves staged procedures over 12 to 18 months. Tummy tucks focus on repairing weakened abdominal muscles. The clinic uses VASER ultrasound-assisted liposuction for precise fat removal. Patients get structured recovery plans with compression garments and follow-up monitoring. International patients receive clear procedure guidance and recovery milestones.
","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/6ae203d9210c4","title":"Dr. Victor Restrepo en la oficina de la clínica con arte moderno de fondo"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae203dac292c","title":"Cirujano plástico en la clínica Dr. Victor Restrepo con bata médica"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae203dc4e219","title":"Consultorio en la clínica Dr. Victor Restrepo con decoración de arte moderno"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae203ddcac6d","title":"Consultorio en la clínica Dr. Victor Restrepo con decoración moderna y arte"}],"flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"is_created_by_parser","value":true}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"Colombia","id":204,"alias":"colombia","iso_code":"CO"},"city":{"name":"Medellín","id":2522,"alias":"medellin"},"address":"Cl. 15 #35-1, El Poblado, Medellín, El Poblado, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia"},"rating":{"rating":0,"google":4.8,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":0},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":0,"doctors_number":1},"accreditations":[]}},{"text":"Dr. Juan David Londoño is a plastic surgery clinic in Medellín, Colombia. The practice focuses on facial, breast, and body surgery. It also offers reconstructive procedures and hair restoration. Services run at the El Tesoro Medical Tower. A second consultation site serves patients in Rionegro.
Dr. Londoño has over 20 years of experience. He has treated more than 1,000 patients. The surgeon personally performs all operations in specialized surgical rooms. He is board-certified by the University of Antioquia. His team uses a structured evaluation to plan each case.
Dr. Londoño is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. He also belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. The clinic uses laser lipolysis for minimally invasive body contouring. A dedicated program supports international patients with multilingual care.
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Dr. Londoño has over 20 years of experience. He has treated more than 1,000 patients. The surgeon personally performs all operations in specialized surgical rooms. He is board-certified by the University of Antioquia. His team uses a structured evaluation to plan each case.
Dr. Londoño is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. He also belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. The clinic uses laser lipolysis for minimally invasive body contouring. A dedicated program supports international patients with multilingual care.
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Procedures take place in facilities accredited by Joint Commission International. The clinic is affiliated with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and ISAPS. The medical team uses ARTAS iX robotic technology for hair restoration. Post-surgical care often includes Indiba low-energy radiofrequency to aid recovery. International patients can start care with virtual surgical consultations.
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Procedures take place in facilities accredited by Joint Commission International. The clinic is affiliated with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and ISAPS. The medical team uses ARTAS iX robotic technology for hair restoration. Post-surgical care often includes Indiba low-energy radiofrequency to aid recovery. International patients can start care with virtual surgical consultations.
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Dr. Hoyos won the National Award for Best Medicine Graduate in 2011. She completed her plastic surgery training at Universidad de Antioquia. Her background includes advanced microsurgery training in Mexico. She also holds a dermatologic oncology diploma from Spain.
All procedures take place at the JCI-accredited Interquirófanos facility. International patients get personal support from start to finish. Virtual follow-ups are available for those traveling from abroad. Recovery plans include home nursing, nutrition support, and physical therapy.
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Dr. Hoyos won the National Award for Best Medicine Graduate in 2011. She completed her plastic surgery training at Universidad de Antioquia. Her background includes advanced microsurgery training in Mexico. She also holds a dermatologic oncology diploma from Spain.
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The clinic monitors patients closely during the first 24 hours after surgery. Facial rejuvenation results look natural and harmonious by 25 days. The team also operates on patients with hypertension. International patients are advised to stay 10 to 15 days. This allows proper follow-up and pain control before they travel home.
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The clinic monitors patients closely during the first 24 hours after surgery. Facial rejuvenation results look natural and harmonious by 25 days. The team also operates on patients with hypertension. International patients are advised to stay 10 to 15 days. This allows proper follow-up and pain control before they travel home.
","images":[{"base_url":"clinic/6ae22b83ab704","title":"Médico con bata blanca y estetoscopio en la clínica Dr. Felipe Martínez Restrepo"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae22b854f897","title":"Sala de consulta en la clínica Dr. Felipe Martínez Restrepo con decoración moderna"},{"base_url":"clinic/6ae22b8760f5f","title":"Médico con bata blanca en la oficina de la clínica Dr. Felipe Martínez Restrepo"}],"flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"is_created_by_parser","value":true}],"geo":{"country":{"name":"Colombia","id":204,"alias":"colombia","iso_code":"CO"},"city":{"name":"Medellín","id":2522,"alias":"medellin"},"address":"Carretera 25A # 1A Sur-45, Torre doctor el Tesoro, consultorio 2034, Medellín, Colombia, 050022"},"rating":{"rating":0,"google":4.7,"percent_of_satisfied_clients":0},"statistics":{"number_of_reviews":0,"doctors_number":1},"accreditations":[]}},{"text":"Dr. Carlos Valdivieso is a plastic surgery practice in Medellín, Colombia. The clinic focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face and body. Services include rhinoplasty, facelifts, liposuction, and mommy makeovers. Dr. Valdivieso founded the practice in 2025. He has over 20 years of experience in plastic surgery.
Dr. Valdivieso completed his surgical residency at Bonsucesso Federal Hospital in Brazil. He also trained at the Professor Ivo Pitanguy Clinic in Rio de Janeiro. The clinic is an international member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. It also belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. English-speaking patients can find dedicated information on the main website.
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Dr. Valdivieso completed his surgical residency at Bonsucesso Federal Hospital in Brazil. He also trained at the Professor Ivo Pitanguy Clinic in Rio de Janeiro. The clinic is an international member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. It also belongs to the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery. English-speaking patients can find dedicated information on the main website.
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The clinic has operated for about 20 years. Services include rhinoplasty, abdominoplasty, and breast surgery. The team also offers Brazilian Butt Lifts using lipotransfer. Dr. Botero trained in Belgium and France. The practice holds ISAPS and ASPS memberships. Patients receive care in a private setting in El Tesoro.
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The clinic has operated for about 20 years. Services include rhinoplasty, abdominoplasty, and breast surgery. The team also offers Brazilian Butt Lifts using lipotransfer. Dr. Botero trained in Belgium and France. The practice holds ISAPS and ASPS memberships. Patients receive care in a private setting in El Tesoro.
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Body-contouring techniques include LIPOÉLITE 360 and RibXcar costal remodeling. The RibXcar approach refines the waist without conventional incisions. Retraction technology uses intraoperative radiofrequency to tighten skin during high-definition liposuction. The clinic also performs Brazilian Butt Lifts with gluteal fat injection for natural volume. International patients get dedicated postoperative planning and safety monitoring.
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Body-contouring techniques include LIPOÉLITE 360 and RibXcar costal remodeling. The RibXcar approach refines the waist without conventional incisions. Retraction technology uses intraoperative radiofrequency to tighten skin during high-definition liposuction. The clinic also performs Brazilian Butt Lifts with gluteal fat injection for natural volume. International patients get dedicated postoperative planning and safety monitoring.
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The team specializes in facelifts, rhinoplasty, and breast surgery. They also offer body contouring through 360 liposuction and tummy tucks. Advanced skin analysis is done with the VISO Pro-A system. This tool measures hidden spots and collagen levels for personalized planning. For non-surgical rejuvenation, the clinic uses Morpheus 8 and INDIBA technologies. Radiance has more than 250 five-star reviews on Google.
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The team specializes in facelifts, rhinoplasty, and breast surgery. They also offer body contouring through 360 liposuction and tummy tucks. Advanced skin analysis is done with the VISO Pro-A system. This tool measures hidden spots and collagen levels for personalized planning. For non-surgical rejuvenation, the clinic uses Morpheus 8 and INDIBA technologies. Radiance has more than 250 five-star reviews on Google.
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