Dr. Diego Franco Plastic Surgery is based in Pereira, Colombia. The clinic focuses on aesthetic medicine, reconstructive surgery, and body contouring. Dr. Franco is a board-certified plastic surgeon who graduated from the University of Manizales. His team has performed over 10,000 procedures.
Key treatments include mommy makeovers, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, facial rejuvenation, and rhinoplasty. The clinic also offers endoscopic facelifts, deep plane lifting, and advanced liposuction methods like PAL and laser lipolysis. International patients get bilingual support throughout their care. Each surgical plan is tailored to the patient's anatomy, with detailed guidance for a safe recovery.
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