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Dr. Carlos Tavera has over 10 years of experience. He trained at the Universidad de Antioquia and belongs to the Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica. The clinic has treated more than 1,000 patients. Advanced options include Vaser liposuction, water-jet liposuction, and deep plane face lifting. The team also performs Mommy Makeovers, abdominoplasty, and breast surgeries. International patients get personalized planning and support throughout their stay.
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