Vitalie — Center for Rejuvenation and Advanced Plastic Surgery

Vitalie — Center for Rejuvenation and Advanced Plastic Surgery is a specialized medical facility in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The clinic operates as a private practice led by Dr. Carlos López Collado. It focuses on personalized surgical planning for aesthetic improvement and functional correction.

Professional Accreditations and Expertise

The clinic holds memberships in ISAPS (International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). It also has accreditations from regional bodies like FILACP and SODOCIPRE.

Dr. Carlos López Collado completed general surgery residency in Brazil. He then trained at the Fluminense Plastic Surgery Clinic in Niterói under Dr. Ronaldo Pontes. The clinic also contributes to Operación Sonrisa, evaluating over 70 patients with cleft lip and palate in a single session.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The center provides surgical procedures for the face, breast, and body. Surgeons use both open and closed approaches for rhinoplasty, depending on the patient's anatomy. Hospitalization for nasal surgery is typically 1 day.

Breast surgery options at the clinic include:

• Breast augmentation using Motiva Preserve or "gummy bear" implants
• Breast lift and reduction to improve contour
• Long-term breast reconstruction planning after mastectomy

Facelift surgery addresses skin sagging and neck fat. These procedures usually last 90 to 120 minutes, and patients stay 1 to 2 days for initial recovery. The center also performs blepharoplasty using upper, lower, and transconjunctival eyelid techniques.

Body Contouring and Post-Bariatric Care

Body contouring is a primary specialty at Vitalie. The clinic uses VASER High Definition Liposuction, which employs ultrasound to target fatty tissue selectively. This technology helps protect surrounding tissues. Patients usually require 1 to 2 days of hospitalization.

For patients with significant weight loss, the clinic offers post-bariatric plastic surgery. This often combines procedures to remove large amounts of excess skin. Treatment plans may include:

• Circumferential tummy tuck to reinforce abdominal muscles
• Thigh lift to improve lower body contours
• Arm lift and liposculpture for upper body definition

Recovery for these major procedures includes wearing compression garments for 6 weeks. Patients should avoid lifting objects over 5 lbs during this time.

Advanced Aesthetic Technologies

The clinic offers non-surgical and minimally invasive platforms for skin rejuvenation. These systems use radiofrequency energy and ultrasound to tighten tissue without surgery. Key technologies include:

• BodyTite and FaceTite for RF-based skin tightening
• Morpheus8 for fractional skin treatment
• AccuTite for precise tissue remodeling in small areas
• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for facial rejuvenation under topical anesthesia

Services for International Patients

Vitalie offers dedicated support for patients traveling from abroad. The clinic provides online consultations to discuss cases and give guidance before travel. This virtual platform also allows follow-up care after patients return home. The medical team coordinates anesthesia for each case, from local sedation to general anesthesia.