Marcelo Portocarrero

Dr. Marcelo Portocarrero is a private plastic surgery practice in Salvador, Brazil. Dr. Portocarrero leads the clinic with a team of two physicians. The facility focuses on aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery for international and local patients.

Academic Recognition and Research

The medical team trained at the University of São Paulo (USP). Dr. Portocarrero received awards from this institution for his surgical work. The clinic contributes to scientific research and participates in medical congresses across reconstructive and microsurgical fields.

Notable publications include studies on L-scar mastoplasty in the Brazilian Journal of Plastic Surgery. The team also published research on negative-pressure wound therapy in the Journal of the Brazilian College of Surgeons. These academic contributions keep the clinic aligned with evidence-based protocols for complex wound care and breast reconstruction.

Specialized Breast and Body Surgery

The clinic is a recognized reference for Mamoplastia Redutora em L. This technique, published by Dr. Portocarrero, provides breast reduction with more discreet scarring. Surgeons plan the scar strategy from the first consultation to improve technical and cosmetic outcomes.

The practice also treats abdominal concerns through specialized tummy tuck procedures. These surgeries address several structural issues:

• Repositioning of abdominal muscles
• Correction of diastasis (muscle separation)
• Removal of excess skin and fat
• Restoration of abdominal wall structure

For patients who have undergone major weight loss, the clinic provides post-bariatric plastic surgery. These procedures focus on functional restoration and correcting skin laxity across the full body. The surgical team prioritizes safety when combining multiple procedures in one session. This allows for a single recovery period.

Technology-Driven Body Contouring

The clinic uses advanced energy-based platforms to enhance traditional surgical results. BodyTite technology combines lipoaspiration with radiofrequency to eliminate fat and promote skin retraction. This method allows significant contouring with smaller incisions than standard techniques.

For high-definition results, the clinic offers Lipo HD to sculpt muscular detail. Surgeons also use Morpheus, a device that combines microneedling with radiofrequency. This treatment stimulates collagen production to improve skin irregularities and scars on the face and body. The team often combines these technologies during a single procedure to address different tissue layers at once.

Facial Rejuvenation and Skin Quality

Facial procedures at the clinic range from traditional surgery to minimally invasive lifting. FaceTite is used for radiofrequency-based facial contouring without large surgical cuts. This technology targets wrinkles and sagging in the face and neck.

The clinic also performs several specialized facial surgeries:

• Facelifts for full rejuvenation
• Blepharoplasty to remove eyelid bags and excess skin
• Otoplasty for correction of prominent ears
• Injectable filler treatments for volume restoration

Specialists often combine Morpheus with Sculptra. This pairing targets skin quality and laxity through both mechanical stimulation and injectable biostimulators. All facial treatments are planned to achieve structural improvement while maintaining patient safety.

Services for International Patients

The clinic offers telemedicine evaluations for patients who cannot travel for an initial consultation. This allows for preliminary surgical planning and technique discussion before arrival in Salvador. The medical team provides consultations in several languages:

• Portuguese
• English
• Spanish

Through digital platforms, the clinic explains technology combinations and surgical strategies in accessible terms. This helps patients understand expected recovery and safety protocols before their procedure.