How to Choose a Facelift Surgeon in Medellín
Select your surgeon by verifying Colombian credentials (RETHUS, REPS, SCCP), confirming 500+ facelift cases with 200+ deep plane, reviewing unedited photos, and ensuring accredited facilities. Avoid any surgeon who canno
How to Choose a Facelift Surgeon in Medellín
Select your surgeon by verifying Colombian credentials (RETHUS, REPS, SCCP), confirming 500+ facelift cases with 200+ deep plane, reviewing unedited photos, and ensuring accredited facilities. Avoid any surgeon who cannot easily prove these basics.
Essential Credentials to Verify
Medical degree from accredited university Plastic surgery residency (3–5 years) Board certification by SCCP or international equivalent RETHUS registration (national health registry) REPS registration (specialist registry) No disciplinary actions Admitting privileges in accredited facility
Facelift-Specific Experience
• 10+ years in plastic surgery
• 500+ total facelift cases
• 200+ deep plane facelift cases
• 50+ facelifts per year currently
• Regular continuing education
Before/After Photo Evaluation
Look for:
• Similar age and skin type as you
• Consistent lighting and angles
• Natural jawline and neck
• No "pulled" appearance
• Scars hidden in hairline
• Results 3–6 months post-op
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon
• How many deep plane facelifts have you performed?
• What is your complication rate?
• What is your revision rate?
• Where is surgery performed? (Accreditation?)
• Who provides anesthesia?
• How many days should I plan in Medellín?
• What support if complications after I return home?
• What's included in your fee?
• What happens if I need revision?
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