Professional Experience
Dr. Centeno has built a distinguished career over four decades, performing thousands of surgeries in both aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. He currently leads a prominent clinic and is recognized for his expertise with international and local patients.
- Full Name: Dr. Carlos A. Centeno Ramírez
- Title: Lead Surgeon at Universal Plastic Surgery Clinic
- Years of Experience: 40+ years
- Main Focus: Cosmetic, reconstructive, and microsurgical procedures
- Patient Base: Local and international patients
Academic Contributions
While specific peer-reviewed publications or teaching roles are not publicly documented, Dr. Centeno contributes to the field through mentorship and professional guidance for younger surgeons, supporting continuous education in plastic surgery.
- Full Name: Dr. Carlos A. Centeno Ramírez
- Title: Mentor and Consultant
- Years of Experience: 40+ years
- Main Focus: Mentoring emerging surgeons, surgical workshops, professional guidance
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Centeno provides a wide range of procedures to enhance both appearance and function. His expertise spans facial, body, and breast surgery, as well as complex reconstructive operations.
- Full Name: Dr. Carlos A. Centeno Ramírez
- Title: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
- Years of Experience: 40+ years
- Main Focus:
- Facial surgery: facelifts and facial rejuvenation
- Rhinoplasty: nose reshaping for aesthetics or function
- Body contouring: liposuction and body sculpting
- Breast surgery: augmentation, reduction, and lifts
- Reconstructive surgery: post-trauma and microsurgery
Publications and Research
There is limited publicly available information about Dr. Centeno’s research or peer-reviewed publications. His expertise and authority in the field are demonstrated primarily through clinical practice and patient outcomes.
- Full Name: Dr. Carlos A. Centeno Ramírez
- Title: M.D., Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
- Years of Experience: 40+ years
- Main Focus: Clinical practice, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Centeno emphasizes a patient-centered approach, focusing on safety, empathy, and individualized care plans. He combines technical expertise with aesthetic judgment to achieve natural results and high patient satisfaction.
- Full Name: Dr. Carlos A. Centeno Ramírez
- Title: M.D., Plastic Surgeon
- Years of Experience: 40+ years
- Main Focus: Patient-centered care, personalized surgical plans, aesthetic harmony
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Centeno maintains memberships with national and international professional organizations, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and continuing medical education.
- Full Name: Dr. Carlos A. Centeno Ramírez
- Title: Member of National and International Associations
- Years of Experience: 40+ years
- Main Focus:
- Colegio de Médicos y Cirujanos de Costa Rica
- Costa Rican Association of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery
- International plastic surgery associations (ICOPLAST-equivalent)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Carlos A. Centeno Ramírez board-certified?
- Yes, he is certified by the Colegio de Médicos y Cirujanos de Costa Rica and recognized by international plastic surgery associations.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, body contouring, breast procedures, reconstructive surgery, and microsurgical interventions.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, the clinic accommodates international patients with support in English and Spanish, including online pre- and post-operative consultations.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- It varies by procedure. Minor surgeries may be outpatient, while more extensive procedures may require overnight or longer hospital care.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Centeno speaks Spanish. The clinic provides services to English-speaking international patients.
- Is it possible to combine multiple procedures at once?
- Yes, some procedures can be combined based on patient health and safety, as determined during consultation.
- How does he ensure safety and personalized care?
- Through careful consultation, individualized surgical planning, ethical standards, and comprehensive post-operative follow-up.