The details
Everything you need to know to plan your trip and your surgery.
Consultation process
Send an email to info@explantcostarica.com stating which procedure you are interested in, Explant (en bloc), lift, and your pictures (please refer to the photo guidelines). Our patient coordinator will review your images with Dr. Urzola, then send you a quote that is good for six months. If you accept, we can consult via Skype or FaceTime with Dr. Urzola.
Pictures and how to take them
Explant & lift, we will need pictures taken from the front, right and left of your breasts. Images should be from neck to waist with no bra.
Booking your surgery
Once you decide to book, contact our patient coordinator to secure a date.
Payment options
Payments are made upon your arrival as follows:
Labs and tests required
Complete and send these within 15 days before surgery:
Cancellation policy
If you altogether cancel your surgery, we withhold the $500 non-refundable deposit. We reserve the right to make minor adjustments to the scheduled date before your arrival due to unforeseen changes in Dr. Urzola's agenda; any changes are communicated in advance, and his staff will work with you one-on-one to find a solution.
Time required in Costa Rica
Dr. Urzola requires patients to arrive 2 to 3 days before the surgery date for the pre-op consultation and COVID-19 test, and to stay 10 days after the surgery date.
Packing list ideas
A few things that make recovery more comfortable:
Consent forms
These consent forms are provided as downloadable PDFs prior to your surgery: