Universal Plastic Surgery
Founded in 1981, this is one of Costa Rica's most prestigious plastic and reconstructive surgery clinics. Offers advanced cosmetic and reconstructive procedures with experienced surgeons trained in international institutions.
Certifications & Accreditations
Our Treatments
Facelift
Facial rejuvenation surgery
- Recovery: 2-4 weeks
- Duration: 2-5 hours
- Anesthesia: general
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
Surgical reshaping of the nose
- Recovery: 1-2 weeks
- Duration: 1-3 hours
- Anesthesia: general
Botox & Fillers
Injectable cosmetic treatments
- Recovery: None to 1 day
- Duration: 15-30 minutes
- Anesthesia: topical
Liposuction
Fat removal procedure
- Recovery: 1-3 weeks
- Duration: 1-4 hours
- Anesthesia: general
Our Medical Team
Dr. Carlos A. Centeno
Plastic, reconstructive, and micro-surgery
M.D.
Dr. Carlos A. Centeno is presented as the clinic's most experienced plastic surgeon in Costa Rica. The clinic says he has more than 40 years of plastic, reconstructive, and micro-surgery experience.
Dr. Carlos A. Centeno, M.D.
Plastic, Reconstructive and Micro-Surgery
M.D., Board-certified
With more than 40 years of plastic, reconstructive and micro-surgery experience, there isn’t a more experienced plastic surgeon in Costa Rica.
Dr. Madelein Centeno, M.D.
Plastic Surgery, Super Micro Surgery
M.D., Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Board-certified
First Super Micro Surgeon in Costa Rica, specializing in advanced reconstructive and cosmetic surgery techniques.
Dr. Madelein Centeno R.
Plastic surgery and reconstructive/micro-surgery
M.D.; member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Dr. Madelein Centeno is presented as the clinic's first super micro surgeon in the country. The clinic says she specializes in super micro surgery, which it describes as the future of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Madelein Centeno R., M.D.
Super Micro Surgery, Plastic Surgery
M.D., member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Super micro surgery is, without a doubt, the future of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Madelein Centeno, MD., member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, trained directly under world-renowned Dr. Isao Koshima at the Tokyo University Hospital, Japan.
Customer Reviews
Based on 5 reviews
"The entire staff is amazing. They are patient, professional and equip you with everything you might need. They take the time to understand exactly what you want and deliver fantastic and safe results. I was checked on for the entire time I stayed with them, went home and even through the weeks of recovery. From the lady at the front desk to the doctor they are absolutely wonderful. Cannot recommend them more!"
"Dra. Centeno and her staff are the epitome of medical professionalism! I came to Costa Rica for my procedure from Texas and I had some anxiety. The good people at Universal addressed my every concern and took fantastic care of me all the while treating me like family. I cannot praise them highly enough! I would recommend them without reservation."
"Dra Madelein along with her father performed my abdominal plastic surgery and BBL liposuction fat transfer. She made me feel at ease from the moment we met. Her personal care and involvement from the moment she prayed with me prior to surgery to the continued attention 6 weeks after has just been amazing. Being in Costa Rica without family, I was concerned about aftercare, but the post surgery center was the option I chose to stay for 5 days until I felt comfortable going home. I have been treated so kind by all the nurses, the massage therapist and especially the receptionist. I am very happy with my results. I have never had a butt and now I actually have a butt. 🤣 And my stomach is snatched at 54 🥰!!! Thank Dra. Madelein 😘👏🏽❤️🙏🏽"
"A great experience! Very easy to communicate with from start to finish. Listened and understood my wants and desires for my body and gave me honest and professional opinions in order to accomplish them. Surgical procedure and aftercare was excellent. 10/10 recommend to all of my U.S. friends."
"Dra. Centeno and team are very professional. I had two procedures done on my eyes. Plasmage done under my eyes, and even though the reddish takes a while fully heal the results are very nice. At the same time Blepharoplasty was done, but the results were not as positive as expected. Small baggie area on the corner of an eye and light eye pain are some of the symptoms left after the procedure, done about four months ago."
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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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Travel & Getting There
EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days
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Savings vs. US Prices
Climate & Environment
Average 20.3°C · Tropical monsoon
Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)
Medical Tourism Hub
Clinic Location
While Your Companion Recovers
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Languages Spoken
Business Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 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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