Reconstructive Surgery in Medellín

Restore function, quality of life, and body aesthetics.

What Is Reconstructive Surgery?

Reconstructive surgery is a specialized field within plastic surgery aimed at repairing damaged tissue, correcting deformities, and restoring both the appearance and function of the body. It addresses a wide range of conditions such as severe trauma, cancer, infections, and other diseases through surgical reconstruction.

This type of surgery often combines advanced techniques to ensure improved functionality and, when possible, enhanced aesthetics. With a case-by-case approach, reconstructive surgery not only corrects physical deficiencies but also helps improve the patient’s overall quality of life.

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Microsurgery

Microsurgery is a highly specialized technique developed to enable the surgical connection of tiny blood vessels and nerves, allowing for tissue transfer from one part of the body to another or the reattachment of amputated parts. This form of reconstructive surgery is often used to repair the vascular anatomy of facial structures, as well as to reconstruct large defects in the head and neck, breast, or limbs. It enables surgeons to join small blood vessels, nerves, and other critical structures with precision.

Migraine Surgery

Migraine surgery is a specialized procedure designed to relieve chronic migraines by targeting and decompressing specific nerve trigger points. The goal is to reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines, thereby improving the patient’s quality of life. The procedure involves the complete release of the extracranial portion of the affected nerve at the trigger site using techniques similar to those in facial cosmetic surgery. Muscles and adhesions causing nerve compression are resected—all without leaving visible scars on the face.

Post-Cancer Reconstruction

For women who have undergone a mastectomy or experienced breast trauma, reconstructive surgery helps restore shape and volume for a more natural appearance. Advanced microsurgical techniques such as DIEP (Deep Inferior Epigastric Artery Perforator flap), SGAP (Superior Gluteal Artery Perforator flap), and TBAR (Total Breast Anatomy Restoration) are used. These procedures utilize skin and fat from the lower abdomen or gluteal region to reconstruct the breast through microsurgery. In TBAR, lymph nodes are also transplanted to help prevent upper limb lymphedema following axillary lymph node dissection.

Skin Cancer Surgery

When a biopsy of a mole or non-healing facial wound reveals a positive malignancy result, prompt removal is essential. Mohs micrographic surgery is the most effective technique for treating common types of skin cancer, such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. It offers the highest cure rates while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible.

Lymphedema Treatment

Lymphedema treatment involves advanced microsurgical techniques that create alternative lymph drainage pathways. These include connecting superficial lymphatic vessels to small veins or transplanting vascularized lymph nodes to form a new lymphatic network.

Surgical correction of lymphedema is more successful in its early stages. As the disease progresses, lymphatic vessels lose their ability to transport fluid, making recovery more difficult even after surgery.

Why choose Dr. Rodriguez?

World-Class Education

With advanced training in microsurgery, Dr. Rodríguez performs aesthetic and reconstructive procedures with great precision.
Specialist in Plastic, Aesthetic, Reconstructive, and Maxillofacial Surgery from the Universidad Militar Nueva Granada, Bogotá, Colombia.
Fellowship in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery — Hospital Sant Pau, Barcelona.
Master’s degree in Reconstructive Microsurgery from the European School of Microsurgery and Universitat Autonoma of Barcelona, Spain.
Specialized in Mohs Micrographic Surgery — UC San Diego.
Specialized in facial aesthetic surgery in Belgium.

Internationally Recognized

Currently a microsurgeon at San Vicente Fundación Hospital in Rionegro and Clinica Somer.
Teacher in Spain and Colombia.
Reconstructive plastic surgeon at IPS University of Medellín.
Speaker at the World Congress of Microsurgery, the SAPS Conference, the European Master’s in Reconstructive Microsurgery, and also at the Russian Society of Plastic Surgery.
He has performed more than 8,000 surgeries in the areas of cosmetic, reconstructive and microsurgical surgery.

Transforming Surgery

Creator of the “Nuovapiel” facial rejuvenation technique.
Pioneer of protocols and procedures that reduce both surgery and recovery time.
International instructor for high-level plastic surgeons seeking to master advanced, modern techniques.

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What Reconstructive Surgery Treats

Reconstructive surgery addresses a wide range of conditions, restoring both functionality and appearance in patients affected by trauma, congenital issues, or medical treatments.

Traumatic Injuries: This type of surgery is essential to repair damage caused by accidents, burns, or fractures. Procedures may include skin grafts, tissue reconstruction, or microsurgery to restore both form and function.
Post-Cancer Reconstruction: For patients recovering from cancer treatments such as mastectomy or tumor removal, reconstructive surgery helps rebuild the affected areas. Common procedures like breast and facial reconstruction help restore confidence and a sense of normalcy.
Congenital Abnormalities: Conditions like cleft lip, cleft palate, or syndactyly (webbed fingers or toes) can be corrected through surgery. These procedures improve both appearance and functionality, allowing patients to lead healthier lives.

Chronic Wounds or Pressure Ulcers: Reconstructive techniques can treat long-standing wounds or pressure sores that haven't healed with conventional care. Tissue grafts or flap surgeries are used to promote healing and prevent future complications.
Functional Deficiencies: Reconstructive procedures aim to restore mobility, sensation, and the overall function of affected areas, significantly enhancing the patient’s quality of life.

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