Plastic Surgery · Costa Rica
Plastic Surgeon in Costa Rica: Dr. Miguel Alfaro
Dr. Miguel Alfaro is a plastic surgeon in San José, Costa Rica, with surgical training in the United States and a career in Costa Rica’s national hospital system as Chairman of the Department of Surgery. He performs facial, body and breast surgery for local and international patients, and works from Hospital CIMA San José.
Why patients choose Dr. Alfaro
- Training: general surgery at the University of Michigan and the University of Missouri, and a plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Colorado.
- Leadership: former Chief of the Plastic Surgery Service and founder and former head of the National Burn Unit at Hospital San Juan de Dios, and former president of the Costa Rican Plastic Surgery Society.
- Hospital: co-founder of Hospital CIMA San José, where surgery takes place.
- International patients: guidance for travel, recovery lodging and follow-up, with English-speaking staff at most facilities.
Procedures
Facial surgery
- Face Lift in Costa Rica: A face lift removes loose skin and softens wrinkles by lifting the tissues of the face.
- Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Lift) in Costa Rica: Blepharoplasty corrects droopy upper and lower eyelids, under-eye bags and crow’s feet.
- Brow Lift in Costa Rica: A brow lift reduces lines above the eyebrows and raises the brow to give a more rested look.
- Facial Implants in Costa Rica: Facial implants add volume and definition to features such as the cheeks, jaw, chin and nose.
- Neck Sculpting in Costa Rica: Neck sculpting removes fat under the chin and can tighten the neck muscle (platysma) for a better-defined neckline.
- Rhinoplasty (Nose Surgery) in Costa Rica: Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to improve its appearance, correct deformities from trauma or improve breathing, always aiming for a natural look.
- Otoplasty (Ear Pinning) in Costa Rica: Otoplasty pins the ears closer to the head.
Body surgery
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) in Costa Rica: A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen and can tighten the abdominal wall muscles.
- Liposuction and Liposculpture in Costa Rica: Liposuction contours the body by removing localized fat through very small incisions.
- Fat Grafting (Fat Transfer) in Costa Rica: Fat grafting takes fat from one area of your body and injects it where volume is needed, such as the lips, cheeks, nasolabial folds or buttocks.
- Gynecomastia (Male Breast Reduction) in Costa Rica: Gynecomastia surgery reduces enlarged male breast tissue.
- Inner Thigh Lift in Costa Rica: An inner thigh lift removes excess skin and fat between the legs to stop rubbing and irritation and to improve the contour of the thighs.
- Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) in Costa Rica: An arm lift removes excess fat and loose skin from the upper arm.
- Mommy Makeover in Costa Rica: A mommy makeover combines procedures that address the changes of pregnancy, usually a tummy tuck and breast surgery, sometimes with liposuction.
Breast surgery
- Breast Augmentation in Costa Rica: Breast augmentation enlarges the breasts with silicone or saline implants.
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy) in Costa Rica: A breast lift reshapes sagging breasts caused by pregnancy, weight loss or aging.
- Breast Reduction in Costa Rica: Breast reduction decreases the size and weight of large breasts and can relieve back pain caused by them.
How it works
- Contact us. Send your questions and photos and receive an estimate, timing, and lodging information.
- Plan your trip. Do not buy flights until Dr. Alfaro has given medical clearance. Our trip plan explains each step.
- Surgery and recovery. Arrive two days before surgery, have your pre-operative consultation the day before, and recover in Costa Rica under Dr. Alfaro’s follow-up.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Dr. Miguel Alfaro?
A plastic surgeon in San José, Costa Rica. He trained in general surgery at the University of Michigan and the University of Missouri and completed a plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Colorado. He is a former president of the Costa Rican Plastic Surgery Society.
Where does Dr. Alfaro operate?
At Hospital CIMA San José, in San José, Costa Rica, a hospital he co-founded.
Does Dr. Alfaro treat international patients?
Yes. Many patients travel to Costa Rica for surgery. Our office helps with travel planning, recovery lodging and follow-up.
How do I request an estimate?
Use the contact form or call +506 2208-1709. We reply with an estimate, timing and accommodation information.