Plastic Surgery

Dr. Diego Franco – Plastic Surgery Pereira

📍 Pereira, Colombia • 10-14 nights

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Diego Franco, based in Pereira (Colombia's coffee region) with additional clinics in Medellín and Manizales. 15+ years of experience with advanced training in Colombia, Argentina, and Brazil. Bilingual staff and a dedicated international-patient pathway.

Body procedures estimated $3,500-$7,500; quote at consultation

vs $8,000-$15,000 in US for comparable lipo / body contouring

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in person destination15+ years in business

Services Offered

Liposuction / liposculptureAbdominoplasty (tummy tuck)Breast augmentation / lift / reductionMommy makeoverBody contouring

Our Take

A secondary-city option in the quieter coffee region for patients who want a calmer recovery setting away from the big-three tourist cities, often at a lower quote. Confirm SCCP registry status and a written quote directly — the practice advertises board certification and bilingual coordination, which lowers the language barrier that trips up many medical travelers in smaller cities.

Pros

  • Board-certified, 15+ years
  • Bilingual staff and international pathway
  • Multi-city (Pereira, Medellín, Manizales)
  • Quieter, mild-climate recovery region

Cons

  • Smaller city — fewer English services outside the clinic
  • Pricing by consultation
  • Verify SCCP registry directly
  • Less international review volume than big-city names

What's Included

  • Surgeon and anesthesiologist fees
  • Surgical facility
  • Pre-op labs
  • Bilingual coordination
  • Post-op follow-up

Recovery Notes

Pereira and the surrounding coffee region sit at moderate altitude (~4,600 ft) with a mild climate. Plan 10-14 nights; bilingual staff coordinate recovery. Clinics also in Medellín and Manizales.

Pricing Details

Estimate — secondary-city pricing can run below the big-three cities. Confirm at consultation.

Best For

  • Quiet coffee-region recovery
  • Liposuction and tummy tuck
  • Mommy makeovers
  • Patients wanting bilingual coordination outside the big cities

Coverage

  • 📍 Colombia

Accreditations

  • Board-certified plastic surgeon (Colombia)
  • 15+ years of experience
  • Advanced training: Colombia, Argentina, Brazil
  • Bilingual international-patient service

Trust Indicators

Years in Business

15+

Volume

Established multi-city practice (Pereira, Medellín, Manizales)

Last verified: June 11, 2026

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