Clinica Ivo Pitanguy

4.4 stars ·

Clinica Ivo Pitanguy is one of Brazil’s most famous plastic surgery clinics, founded by the renowned surgeon Prof. Ivo Pitanguy in Rio de Janeiro. It attracts international patients for high-end cosmetic procedures, including facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, breast surgery, and body contouring. The clinic is known for its long tradition, meticulous technique, and discreet service for medical tourists.

80%
Satisfaction Rate
1963
Established

Our Treatments

Cosmetic Surgery

$4,000 - $15,000

Aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures

95.0% success

Facelift

$6,000 - $18,000

Facial rejuvenation surgery

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

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

$4,500 - $12,000

Surgical reshaping of the nose

93.0% success
1-2 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Liposuction

$3,500 - $10,000

Fat removal procedure

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

Breast Augmentation

$5,000 - $12,000

Breast enhancement surgery

95.0% success
2-6 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 2-6 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Body Contouring

$4,000 - $14,000

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

$5,000 - $14,000

Abdominal contouring surgery

94.0% success
3-6 weeks
2-5 hours
  • Recovery: 3-6 weeks
  • Duration: 2-5 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Customer Reviews

4.4

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"O Dr. Ivo Pitanguy foi uma graça,valeu apena esperar e se não fosse o tio com sua equipe. Jamais conseguiria detectar a tempo o meu problema. Deus o abençoe."

Cintia Lima
· July 9, 2026

"Um pioneiro que fez escola e influenciou uma geração de cirurgiões plásticos no Brasil e no mundo. Uma lenda em seu próprio tempo e um ícone."

Jaquelino Shagalike
· July 9, 2026

"Dr.Ivo me desculpe o incômodo mas meu sonho sempre foi preencher os seios e aumentar sem silicone e fazer uma cirurgia plastica na barriga tive duas cesariana ' tenho 34 anos e me sinto horrível os sutians nunca ficam bons gostaria de ir fazer uma avaliação com vc ' confio no seu trabalho e seria meu sonho fazer isso com um médico tão respeitável como vc obg '"

Jacilene Souza
· July 9, 2026

"Eu acho sou uma admiradora nata desse médico sonhei a minha vida toda em operar com ele,mas liguei pro consultório e só o valor da consulta já me fez desistir,sem querer desmerecer nada porq ele é um tremendo profissional,mas e muito caro,sou vendedora não tenho chance alguma..."

Carla Fidelis
· July 9, 2026

"Bom dia: Preciso ir ao Rio no Agosto deste ano. E, gostarìa de facèr uma plàstica variada. Mais pra conhecer um pouquìnho os preços .Explico que desejo disminuir a minha boca pois nâo posso sorrir ,o " còdigo de barras" do labio superior , còlo e endereçar o ròstro mais levantar os seios. Tenho uma idade, mais ninhùn problema de saùde. Se voçes responden a minha pregùnta eu poderìa enviar fotos, e asìm voces, maìs o menos poderìan me dàr data e preço aproximado. Ficando moiìo agradecida ------Marìa.------- España."

Ana Senini
· 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

Portuguese
English
French
Spanish

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