José David, Cirujano plástico

With RibXcar, the goal is to reshape the lower rib framework to improve the transition between the chest, waist, and abdomen—using small punctures, ultrasound guidance, and (typically) piezoelectric instrumentation rather than removing rib segments. At Consultorio 615, Torre doctor MEDICAL in El Poblado, Medellín, José David Salazar Osorio works as a specialist in Plastic Surgery (aesthetic and reconstructive), with a strong focus on body contouring and structural aesthetic refinement. His approach is designed around individualized planning, with a pathway that runs from the initial medical assessment to post-operative follow-up for international patients. RibXcar is presented as a controlled modification of rib resistance and angulation to reduce lateral or posterolateral projection while preserving bone structure. The clinic describes the surgery as taking about 1–2 hours, with recovery of 7–10 days and a recommended travel window of 8–10 days after the procedure. For safety, the RibXcar guidance includes clear “alarm signs” that require urgent medical attention, including breathing difficulty, chest pain, persistent tachycardia, fever with wound changes, and symptoms consistent with thromboembolism. Beyond rib contouring, the practice covers facial surgery and rejuvenation, including blepharoplasty (eyelid correction) and a facelift (Deep Plane). Breast surgery options listed include breast augmentation, breast lift (mastopexy), breast reduction, gynecomastia surgery, and implant removal/explantation. Body procedures include abdominoplasty, Brazilian Butt Lift, panniculectomy, and liposuction-based contouring, with liposuction described as being able to target 5 body areas.

Education

• Specialist in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery — Universidad Juan N. Corpas.

Work experience

• Specialist in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, Medellín practice (Consultorio 615, Torre doctor MEDICAL, El Poblado, Medellín, Colombia).
• Member of the Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica Estética y Reconstructiva (SCCP), as well as FILACP, AX Academy, and BodyCraft Academy.

Clinical focus and techniques

José David Salazar Osorio’s clinical focus centers on body contouring and structural aesthetic refinement, with RibXcar as a key technique for defining the waist and silhouette.

• RibXcar rib/costal remodeling: controlled modification of selected lower ribs to improve the anatomical transition between the thorax, waist, and abdomen.
• Rib resection (rib removal) as a distinct approach discussed in relation to RibXcar differences.
• Ultrasound-guided small-puncture RibXcar technique, typically using piezoelectric instrumentation.
• Liposuction / liposculpture-based contouring (including liposuction targeting 5 body areas).
• Abdominoplasty.
• Brazilian Butt Lift.
• Blepharoplasty (eyelid correction).
• Deep Plane facelift (facial rejuvenation).
• Breast augmentation.
• Breast lift (mastopexy).
• Breast reduction.
• Gynecomastia surgery.
• Breast implant removal and explantation.
• Panniculectomy.

Professional societies and certifications

• Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica Estética y Reconstructiva (SCCP).
• FILACP.
• AX Academy.
• BodyCraft Academy.

Academic output

He participated as a co-author in a multicenter cohort of 3,805 patients, with a reported average waist reduction of 11 cm per year in the RibXcar context.

Courses and advanced training

• AX Academy.
• BodyCraft Academy.

Awards and recognition

No awards are listed in the provided evidence.

For international patients planning surgery in Medellín, the clinic describes recovery coordination and follow-up after returning home, including guidance on travel timing (8–10 days after RibXcar). The practice supports virtual initiation of the medical assessment for international patients, while the final indication requires a physical examination and selected studies. The doctor’s language set and specific countries of practice are not stated in the provided evidence.