International Patients – Plastic Surgery in Brazil with Dr. André Ahmed
Dr. André Ahmed · Plastic Surgeon · Member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP) · CRM-RJ 52.82165-9 · RQE 20170 · CRM-SP 225.240 · RQE 106399
Reviewed by Dr. André Ahmed, plastic surgeon, in November 2026.
Short answer: Dr. André Ahmed welcomes patients from all over the world for gluteal augmentation with implants. The first consultation can be online, pre-operative exams can be done in your home country, and surgery takes place in Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo. Ideally, you should stay about 3 weeks in the city where you have surgery, until the stitches are removed, but the length of stay is planned case by case.
1. Online consultation before you travel
Your first consultation can be done by video call, wherever you are. In most cases, the video call already gives a good idea of the surgical plan. In specific cases – for example, when there is skin laxity or something that needs a closer look – Dr. André will also ask for an in-person evaluation before surgery.
2. Language
Our team communicates with international patients with the support of translation, both in messages and during consultations.
3. Exams in your home country
Pre-operative exams (blood tests, electrocardiogram, chest X-ray and surgical risk assessment) can be done in your home country before you travel, and the results are sent online for Dr. André to review. Depending on the hospital, some exams may need to be repeated in Brazil; our team will guide you.
4. Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo
You can choose the city that suits you best – for example, where you have family or friends. Dr. André operates in both cities.
5. How long to stay in Brazil
Ideally, about 3 weeks, until the stitches are removed, so Dr. André can closely follow the first phase of healing. The first check-up is at about 1 week, usually to remove the drain. Air travel home is usually possible after about 15 days, preferably 3 weeks, after evaluation.
Please keep in mind that the length of stay is an estimate. Medicine is not an exact science: if anything needs closer care, your stay may be extended so that you can travel home safely. We recommend some flexibility in your travel plans.
6. Follow-up after you go home
After you return home, Dr. André continues to guide your recovery remotely. If needed, dressings and stitch removal can be done by a surgeon or nurse in your city, following his guidance.
7. Companion
We recommend having someone with you, at least during the first week – a friend or family member, a home-care service or a nurse. A companion is required at hospital discharge.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have the consultation online from abroad?
Yes. The first consultation can be done by video call and, in most cases, is enough to plan the surgery.
Can I do my exams in my country?
Yes. Results are sent online for review; depending on the hospital, some exams may need to be repeated in Brazil.
How long do I need to stay in Brazil?
Ideally about 3 weeks. The exact time is evaluated case by case.
Do you speak English?
Our team communicates with international patients with translation support in messages and consultations.
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