ALTHAIA Clinic & Med Spa

ALTHAIA Clinic & Med Spa is a specialized medical center in Bogotá, Colombia. The facility serves as a central hub for consultations and follow-up care. All surgical procedures take place at two partner institutions – Clínica Dhara and Body Institute. This structure lets the medical team focus on integrated patient support before and after surgery.

Accreditations and Professional Standouts

The clinic holds accreditation from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). This certification reflects a commitment to rigorous international surgical standards. Over half of all surgical procedures at the center are performed for international travelers.

Dr. Humberto Uribe Morelli leads the surgical team. He helped develop the Preserve technique for breast surgery. He now teaches this method to surgeons worldwide and serves as an international editor for the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

Dr. Uribe Morelli has shared his expertise as a visiting professor at several institutions:

• University of Toronto
• UT Southwestern
• Federal University of Santa Catarina

These academic roles reflect his standing as a global educator in plastic surgery.

Specialties and Specialized Procedures

The center focuses on high-definition body contouring, breast reconstruction, and facial rejuvenation. Specialists use a tiered approach to keep extensive operations safe. For post-bariatric cases, surgeries are often staged to improve recovery and reduce risks.

Key surgical procedures include:

• Hybrid Gluteoplasty: Combines liposuction, fat transfer, and implants under general anesthesia.
• Breast Surgery: Offers augmentation, reduction, and prepectoral reconstruction.
• Facial Contouring: Includes blepharoplasty and scarless bichectomy through intraoral incisions.
• Vaginal Rejuvenation: Provides labiaplasty and vaginoplasty to improve function and appearance.

Most major surgeries involve a one-night hospital stay for initial monitoring. Final results typically develop over 6 to 12 months.

The Med Spa department provides non-surgical options for skin quality and facial balance. Treatments include botulinum toxin for expression lines and hyaluronic acid fillers for volume. Fractional CO2 laser therapy improves skin texture and acne scarring.

Advanced Technologies and Safety Protocols

The surgical teams use specific technology to enhance precision and fat removal. Vaser ultrasound is used for high-definition body contouring. Microaire power-assisted liposuction achieves even fat removal with less tissue trauma.

Patient safety is managed through several strictly followed protocols:

• WHO Surgical Safety Checklist applied at key moments
• Continuous monitoring of vital signs during all operations
• Pre-anesthesia assessments including cardiology reviews and lab tests
• Specific measures to reduce the risk of blood clots

Sterilization and infection control measures apply to every case. Anesthesiologists remain present throughout surgery to detect any changes early.

Services for International Patients

The clinic provides a concierge pathway for patients traveling from the United States, Europe, and Australia. This begins with virtual consultations to plan the surgical journey. The team coordinates local transfers and identifies suitable hotel accommodations for recovery.

Post-operative care extends long after the patient returns home. The follow-up program includes:

• Specialized nursing support for wound care
• Lymphatic drainage sessions when indicated
• Remote check-ups with the surgeon for up to one year

This system gives patients professional medical support throughout their entire healing process.