Clínica Dr. Domingos de Paola

5.0 stars ·

This cosmetic center in Rio de Janeiro is headed by plastic surgery specialist Dr. Domingos Q. de Paola, providing a wide array of surgical and non-surgical treatments. It caters to medical tourists seeking expert aesthetic care in a vibrant city known for cosmetic excellence. The clinic emphasizes personalized service and advanced techniques.[4]

100%
Satisfaction Rate
1998
Established
20+
Procedures

Certifications & Accreditations

Brazilian Association of Plastic Surgeons (BAPS) (BAPS)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) (ASPS)

Our Treatments

Cosmetic Surgery

$3,000 - $12,000

Aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures

Facelift

$5,000 - $10,000

Facial rejuvenation surgery

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

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

$4,000 - $8,000

Surgical reshaping of the nose

1-2 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Liposuction

$3,500 - $7,000

Fat removal procedure

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

Breast Augmentation

$4,000 - $8,000

Breast enhancement surgery

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

Skin & Aesthetics

$1,500 - $5,000

Skin health and aesthetic treatments

Botox & Fillers

$400 - $1,200

Injectable cosmetic treatments

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

Body Contouring

$4,500 - $9,000

Body shaping and contouring procedures

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

Our Medical Team

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Dr. Domingos De Paola

Cirurgião Plástico

CRM 52.106980-2, member of ASAPS, ASPS, ISAPS, SBCP

40 years experience
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Cirurgião plástico renomado com mais de 40 anos de experiência, referência mundial na retirada de silicone industrial e PMMA. Atua em sua clínica particular em Copacabana desde 1977.

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Dr. Domingos De Paola Neto

Plastic Surgery

Medical degree from Universidade do Grande Rio José de Souza Herdy (Unigranrio), Residency in General Surgery, Founding Member of Brazilian Association of Plastic Surgeons (BAPS), Member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

20 years experience
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Renowned plastic surgeon based in Rio de Janeiro with over 20 years of experience, specializing in body contouring and facial procedures. World reference in removal of industrial silicone and exogenous materials.

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Dr. Domingos Quintella De Paola

Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

CRM 52.28523-6, Specialized in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

49 years experience
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Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1954, graduated from Gama Filho University in 1977, and has been practicing at his private clinic in Copacabana since 1977. He is a world reference in removal of industrial silicone and PMMA with over 20 years of experience in these procedures.

Customer Reviews

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"Wonderful the whole team"

Vanderli Silva
· July 9, 2026

"The videoconference with Dr. Domingos was awesome !"

Beatrice Gorgoni
· July 9, 2026

"After much research on the internet, I found Dr Domingos De Paola. I am a transgendered woman, so finding a surgeon with this experience was essential for me. I had lots of information before I went to the office. I travelled from England for Breast Augmentation Surgery. I felt very comfortable with what was going to happen. The procedure itself was done extremely well and I am so pleased with the result. The after care was all that I could hope for, visiting Dr Domingos twice before I left Rio de Janeiro to go back to the UK. I have also had contact 4 weeks late, after being back in England. Highly recommended based on my experience."

Kate Viande
· July 9, 2026

"Would be my Dream to do my body in BRAZIL THERE THE BEST PLASTIC SURGERY SURGEONS. MY DREAM NO 💰"

ESTRELLITA INFINITA
· July 9, 2026

"In Februari I travaled from Amsterdam to Rio to do a mommy makeover. When I did my reasearch I stumbeled in Brasil. I knew I wanted to go where the specialisation would be advanced! There were a lot of questions and hesitations from the people of my family. They were scared, but I already had put my trust in Dr Paola Neto. I already knew I would want to go to Brasil, after weeks of searching, I made a top 3. The winner was dr. De Paola Neto, he was quick with getting back to me, his results were very beautifull, he specializes in body contour/mommy makeovers, he has plenty of experiance and his solid 5 star reviews. Dr Paola de Neto was realy honest and straight forward with me. We discussed every step and he made sure that I was at ease. The clinic is really nice and the staff is really dedicated and care full. The recovery time is a bit difficult, but the staf of DPN was so kind they really took care of me. I can not thank them (the Nurse staff( enough for the sweet words and encouragement. (Karina/Nathalia and Elizabeth). As a business owner myself, I really admired how The Dr. Is very skilled in what he does, He is involved and really loves his job. He works hard and takes his job of beeing a doctor very serieus. It requiers a lot of skills work ethic and disipline to do what he does. The results are amazing! Iam so happy, and would make the same decsision all over again!"

Irina Fortes
· July 9, 2026

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Cosmetic surgery capital. Beach recovery.

70

Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
5
JCI Accredited
#28
global rank
100,000+
patients/year
72
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
72
Cost & Value
65
Travel & Getting There
70
Internet Speed
87
Climate
78
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Very Good
Hospitals 50+
JCI Accredited 5 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate
Insurance Private hospitals widely accept international insurance; many have English-speaking staff for medical tourists

Travel & Getting There

Airport Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)
Distance to City 20 km (~30 min)
English Level Low
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Rideshares like Uber and 99 widely available; taxis abundant in tourist areas

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $80
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Brazilian Real (BRL)
Tipping Tipping 10% in restaurants common; optional for taxis and hotels
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
70%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%

Climate & Environment

Average 23.6°C · Tropical

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

Best Time to Visit December to March
Air Quality (AQI) 29
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 100 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#28 global rank 100,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
Cosmetic SurgeryDentalOrthopedicsFertilityBariatric Surgery
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Beach excursions
Historical tours
Shopping districts
Christ the Redeemer visits
Carnival events

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

English
Portuguese
Spanish

Business Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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