Centro de Cirugía Plástica Dr. Miguel Alfaro

5.0 stars ·

This San José plastic surgery center is known for cosmetic and reconstructive procedures and is frequently sought by international patients traveling to Costa Rica for aesthetic surgery. It focuses on personalized consultations and procedures such as body contouring, facial surgery, and breast surgery.

100%
Satisfaction Rate
1998
Established

Our Treatments

Cosmetic Surgery

$3,000 - $12,000

Aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures

95.0% success

Facelift

$4,500 - $9,000

Facial rejuvenation surgery

95.0% success
2-4 weeks
2-5 hours
  • Recovery: 2-4 weeks
  • Duration: 2-5 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Liposuction

$2,500 - $6,000

Fat removal procedure

94.0% success
1-3 weeks
1-4 hours
  • Recovery: 1-3 weeks
  • Duration: 1-4 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Breast Augmentation

$3,500 - $6,500

Breast enhancement surgery

96.0% success
2-6 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 2-6 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Body Contouring

$3,000 - $9,000

Body shaping and contouring procedures

94.0% success
2-4 weeks
2-5 hours
  • Recovery: 2-4 weeks
  • Duration: 2-5 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Tummy Tuck

$4,000 - $8,000

Abdominal contouring surgery

95.0% success
3-6 weeks
2-5 hours
  • Recovery: 3-6 weeks
  • Duration: 2-5 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Skin & Aesthetics

$200 - $2,000

Skin health and aesthetic treatments

92.0% success

Botox & Fillers

$200 - $800

Injectable cosmetic treatments

96.0% success
None to 1 day
15-30 minutes
  • Recovery: None to 1 day
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: topical

Customer Reviews

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"Excellent service and treatments. Highly recommended."

lizeth thomas
· July 9, 2026

"Excellent service and attention! Thank you very much!"

Maria Moraga
· July 9, 2026

"The doctor is very professional and has a very human touch. The staff is excellent, respectful, and provides top-notch customer service."

Jeremy Mejias
· July 9, 2026

"Amazing experience with Dr.Marchena. Highly recommend"

Cristian Fuentes
· July 9, 2026

"The Doctor and staff at Clinica Alfaro are wonderful and caring. Customer Service is top notch and they treat you with care. Spanish is not my first language but they are extremely patient. At Clinica Alfaro, you will get more than professional service. I highly recommend coming for a visit. You will not regret it!"

Keniesha
· July 9, 2026

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Why Choose San José, Costa Rica?

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Dental and wellness leader with accredited clinics. Eco-tourism recovery. Visa-free for West.

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Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
2
JCI Accredited
#1
global rank
70,000+
patients/year
66
Healthcare & Safety
65
Safety
71
Cost & Value
83
Travel & Getting There
65
Internet Speed
89
Climate
92
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Excellent
Hospitals 3+
JCI Accredited 2 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate-High
Insurance International insurance accepted at major private hospitals; most medical tourists use private sector facilities

Travel & Getting There

Airport Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
Distance to City 17 km (~25 min)
English Level High
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Widely available; rideshare services operational

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $85
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Costa Rican Colón (CRC)
Tipping 10% tip customary in restaurants; optional for other services
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
60%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%
bariatric
50%

Climate & Environment

Average 20.3°C · Tropical monsoon

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Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit December to April
Air Quality (AQI) 42
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 50 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#1 global rank 70,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
DentalCosmetic SurgeryBariatric SurgeryCardiacOrthopedicFertilityOphthalmic
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Historical tours (Teatro Nacional, Pre-Columbian Gold Museum)
Beach excursions (Pacific and Caribbean beaches)
National Parks and nature refuges
Shopping districts (Escazú, La Sabana)
Wellness and spa facilities

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Business Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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This clinic speaks: English, Spanish

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