Corpus & Rostrum Clinic

Corpus & Rostrum Clinic is a private plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery practice in Cali, Colombia. The clinic operates within a single building with three dedicated departments. Dr. John Garcia leads the practice. He focuses on surgical and non-surgical aesthetic care for the face and body.

Accreditations and Medical Team

Dr. John Garcia is a member of several professional associations:

• International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Ibero-American Federation of Plastic Surgery (FILACP)
• Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery (SCCP)

He earned his medical degree from the University of Guayaquil in 2002. He then completed a Master's degree in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His advanced residency took place at Santa Casa de Misericordia in Rio de Janeiro, finishing in 2010. He has also published a book on breast reconstruction.

Specialties and "Surgery Without Scars"

The clinic is known for its Surgery Without Scars approach. This program uses techniques that minimize visible postoperative marking. These methods are available for several body-contouring procedures:

• Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
• Brachioplasty (arm lift)
• Cervicoplasty (neck lift)
• Cruroplasty (thigh lift)
• Torsoplasty (back lift)

The clinic also performs traditional Body Sculpting and facial surgeries. Body procedures include gluteoplasty using either implants or the patient's own fat. Facial options include blepharoplasty, otoplasty, and chin surgery. Rhinoplasty is offered for both cosmetic and functional purposes.

Advanced Technology and Methods

The clinic uses specific platforms to improve skin tightening and fat removal. These technologies support reduced scarring and faster recovery:

• Renuvion J Plasma – helium plasma technology for precise skin tightening
• VASER – an ultrasonic system for high-definition lipoescultura
• Thread lifting – a non-surgical treatment for face and neck rejuvenation

Renuvion J Plasma is often paired with "Surgery Without Scars" to firm skin without large incisions. VASER helps surgeons remove fat while preserving surrounding tissues. For non-surgical volume, the clinic offers hyaluronic acid treatments for facial and body areas.

Services for International Patients

The clinic supports patients traveling to Colombia for treatment. Virtual consultations with Dr. John Garcia last 20–30 minutes. This allows for direct communication and planning before arrival. Patient coordination is available in English.

Most patients stay 2–3 hours for observation before returning to their accommodation. Follow-up appointments are scheduled on days 4, 8, and 12 to monitor healing. Sutures are typically removed between 10 and 12 days after the procedure.