Gender dysphoria in Bogotá – Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Erika Gutiérrez
Dr. Erika Gutiérrez, certified plastic surgeon and member of the gender clinic of the northern sub-network in Bogotá and the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgeons, performs breast augmentation, mastectomies, facial feminization (rhinoplasty, mentoplasty, frontoplasty, buccal fat removal, mid-third lift, elevation of the eye angle or foxy eyes, management of mandibular angles, removal of Adam's apple or chondrolaryngoplasty), facial masculinization (rhinoplasty, management of mandibular angles, mentoplasty, placement of Adam's apple and facial ovalization) and pectoral implants in Bogotá — gender affirmation surgery procedures focused on natural and harmonious results with each patient's identity. With training from the University of La Sabana and FUCS, Dr. Gutiérrez supports her patients at every stage of the process, working in coordination with specialists in endocrinology, urology, psychology, and psychiatry when necessary.
What is gender affirmation surgery?
Gender affirmation surgery encompasses a set of surgical procedures that help align a person's physical characteristics with their gender identity. Within plastic surgery, these procedures aim to modify body contour, face, and chest to achieve more feminized or masculinized features, depending on each patient's process. Dr. Gutiérrez defines with each patient the most suitable combination of procedures, also considering the involvement of other specialists when the process warrants it.
Types of gender affirmation procedures performed by Dr. Erika Gutiérrez
Breast augmentation
Indicated within feminization processes to create volume and a silhouette with a bust, using breast implants (round or anatomical, depending on the case). Dr. Gutiérrez evaluates in consultation the implant type, size, and placement plane best suited to each patient.
Bilateral mastectomy (chest masculinization surgery)
Procedure indicated within masculinization processes to remove breast tissue and create a flat chest contour with a masculine positioned areola and scars that appear masculine. There are different techniques depending on the breast volume and skin quality of each patient, which Dr. Gutiérrez defines individually.
Facial feminization
Set of facial procedures —which may include jawline contouring, chin, forehead, and other structures— aimed at softening facial features. Dr. Gutiérrez designs the plan according to the specific features of each patient.
Facial masculinization
Procedures aimed at defining more angular features in the face —such as square jaw, more prominent chin, and masculine neck appearance with a prominent Adam's apple— within masculinization processes.
Pectoral implants
Solid silicone implants placed over the pectoral muscle to create the appearance of defined musculature, as part of chest masculinization processes. Unlike augmentation mammoplasty, the goal is not to create breast volume but a flat, well-defined pectoral contour.
Are you a candidate for gender affirmation surgery?
Dr. Erika Gutiérrez conducts a personalized assessment in consultation considering medical criteria and, when applicable, the support of other specialists in the process. In general, the candidates are:
• Individuals over 18 years old
• Individuals with a diagnosis of gender dysphoria confirmed by a mental health professional for more than 6 months of hormonal management.
• Individuals in good general health, with realistic expectations about the results.
• Patients who have determined, together with their medical team, which procedures (facial, chest, body) are part of their process.
How is the process carried out with Dr. Erika Gutiérrez?
1. Assessment consultation: Dr. Gutiérrez evaluates the patient's anatomy, reviews the required documentation, and defines with the patient which procedures are the most suitable for their process.
2. Preoperative exams: Requested according to the procedure or procedures to be performed.
3. Surgery under general anesthesia. Duration depends on the specific procedure.
4. Hospital recovery: Outpatient or hospitalized, depending on the procedure.
5. Postoperative follow-up: Periodic check-ups defined for each case, monitoring progress and the final result.
Results – What to expect from a dysphoria procedure?
The results of gender affirmation procedures are long-lasting, especially those that directly involve bone structure and soft tissue (mastectomy, facial feminization or masculinization). Dr. Gutiérrez designs each plan individually based on each patient's anatomy and goals, aiming for natural, harmonious results. Her gallery shows real results in patients with different body and facial morphologies
Breast augmentation
Bilateral mastectomy
Why choose Dr. Erika Gutiérrez for your gender affirmation procedure in Bogotá?
The results of feminization and masculinization are long-lasting, as they directly intervene on the bone structure and soft tissues as needed. Dr. Gutiérrez designs each plan individually based on the traits, anatomy, and goals of each patient, seeking natural and harmonious results. In her gallery, you can see real results in patients with different types of faces and morphology.
Ultrasonic rhinoplasty, dual plane retromuscular mammoplasties, with a proprietary technique to avoid losses of breast implants, lifting osteotomies.
Plastic surgeon from FUCS, member of the Colombian plastic surgery association and in the process of becoming a member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery.
training for 10 years in the surgical management of dysphoria. Member of the gender dysphoria clinic of the northern sub-network since 2022. More than 6,000 patients attended. Faculty at the University of Sinú in the specialization of Plastic Surgery
Care for national and international patients with available logistical coordination. Standard and premium packages.
Personalized evaluation, standardized clinical photographs, complete postoperative follow-up.
Bogotá, Colombia – a reference in plastic surgery in Latin America with competitive prices at the international level.
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How much does a dysphoria procedure cost in Colombia? Price, cost, and variables
If you are looking for how much gender dysphoria surgery costs in Colombia, the price depends on several factors:
Type of procedure: Breast augmentation can start at $18,800,000 COP. Mastectomy at $22.000.000 COP. Feminization rhinoplasty $25.000.000 COP. Pectoral implants at $22.000.000 COP. Facial feminization has a higher cost, defined case by case.
Combinations: If different procedures are combined into a single surgery, the total cost is optimized by performing them in one surgical session.
Colombia vs. abroad: The price ofgender affirmation surgery in Colombia is between 2 and 4 times lower than in the U.S. or Europe, with the same standards of safety and international surgical quality. That is why patients from the United States, Canada, and Spain choose the best aesthetic clinics in Bogotá and plastic surgeons like Dr. Gutiérrez. The price includes fees, anesthesia, operating room, and postoperative controls. No hidden charges. The exact value is confirmed in the initial assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions about gender dysphoria in Bogotá
Answers from Dr. Erika Paola Gutiérrez Rodríguez, certified plastic surgeon and member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgeons.
What gender affirmation procedures does Dr. Erika Gutiérrez perform?
Dr. Gutiérrez offers surgeries within the processes of body and facial feminization and masculinization: breast augmentation (chest feminization), mastectomy and pectoral implants (chest masculinization), facial feminization, facial masculinization (rhinoplasty, frontoplasty, cricothyroidoplasty or Adam's apple, management of mandibular angles and chin, malar region, eyelids, eyebrow and eye positioning). In consultation, she evaluates the anatomy, objectives, and the most suitable plan for each patient.
How long do the results of these procedures last?
In general, procedures that remove tissue or modify bone structure (mastectomy, facial surgery) tend to yield permanent results, while those that use implants (breast augmentation, pectoral implants) may require revision or replacement in the long term. Dr. Gutiérrez explains in consultation the expected durability based on the procedure.
Do these procedures leave visible scars?
Dr. Gutiérrez prioritizes techniques and incisions designed to minimize the visibility of scars and achieve a natural result. Depending on the type of procedure, the scars may be more visible.
Can multiple gender affirmation procedures be combined in a single surgery?
Yes. Dr. Erika Gutiérrez frequently performs combined procedures when indicated. Combining procedures can reduce the number of surgeries and total recovery time. Dr. Gutiérrez evaluates in consultation which combination is safe for each patient.
How much does a dysphoria procedure cost in Bogotá?
Dysphoria procedures depend on the type of procedure and the combination of them, the need for correction of any functional problem, and the individual anatomy of each patient. Colombia offers competitive prices with international surgical quality.
What anesthesia is used in these procedures?
They are always performed under general anesthesia and must be assisted by an anesthesiologist.
How much recovery time is needed?
Recovery times vary depending on the type of surgery and the activity level of each patient; Dr. Gutiérrez provides specific rest instructions for each case.
Does surgery alone achieve the desired transformation?
Each procedure addresses a specific aspect of the body (bust, chest, face). Many patients combine several procedures —and, according to their personal plan, hormone therapy— to approach the overall result they seek. Dr. Gutiérrez evaluates in consultation which combination fits the goals of each patient.
What is gender affirmation surgery and how does it differ from conventional aesthetic plastic surgery?
Gender affirmation surgery seeks to align bodily and facial characteristics with a person's gender identity, while conventional aesthetic surgery aims to modify or enhance features without that specific purpose. In affirmation surgery, different surgical techniques must be used since body and muscle textures are different, which requires expertise in this area to minimize complications. Dr. Gutiérrez applies principles of facial and body plastic surgery, adapted to the particular goals of each transition process.
Is there a non-surgical alternative to these procedures?
Hormone therapy can produce gradual bodily changes, but it does not replicate the specific anatomical changes achieved by surgery (defined breast volume, flat chest contour, changes in facial bone structure, among others). For those seeking those specific anatomical changes, surgery remains the way to achieve them; patients who are surgically managed must have lived at least 2 years in their identified gender role and a minimum hormonal management of 6 to 8 months.
Can I combine these procedures with other plastic surgeries?
Yes. Dr. Erika Gutiérrez evaluates the best combination for each patient.
Is gender affirmation surgery safe in Colombia?
Yes. Colombia has certified plastic surgeons with international training. Dr. Erika Gutiérrez operates in accredited clinics in Bogotá with rigorous safety protocols and complete postoperative follow-up.
Do you serve international patients for gender affirmation?
Yes. Dr. Erika Gutiérrez treats patients from Colombia, Latin America, the United States, Canada, and Spain, among others, with logistical coordination for medical tourism. The website is available in Spanish, English, and French.
How to schedule a gender affirmation evaluation with Dr. Erika Gutiérrez in Bogotá?
You can schedule your consultation directly through the form on draerikagutierrez.com/appointment, via WhatsApp at +57 317 513 6731, or by writing on Instagram to @draerikagutierrez. The office is located at NAHA Medical Center, Carrera 13A #89–38, office 301, Usaquén, Bogotá. The initial consultation includes image analysis, simulation of results, and a personalized surgical plan.