Your surgery trip to Marbella: how the whole process works
Traveling to another country for body contouring surgery can raise many questions: when to arrive, where to recover, who will take care of you after the operation, and when it is safe to return home.
En Cirumed Clinic MarbellaThis process is designed for international patients. Around 95% of our patients travel from outside Spain, so the experience is not limited to the surgery: it includes pre-operative planning, arrival in Marbella, local recovery, medical check-ups, and follow-up once you return home.
In this guide we explain step by step how a surgical trip to Marbella works, from the first video consultation to the safe return to your country.
What is the surgical trip to Marbella like?
In this video you can see an introduction to the complete process for international patients: arrival, surgery, local recovery, follow-up in the clinic and return home.
Are you arranging surgery from another country?
The Cirumed team can advise you on the recommended length of stay, the best accommodation option, and the necessary care depending on the procedure.
Quick facts
Recommended arrival: 1–3 days before surgery.
Usual stay in Marbella: between 8 and 14 days, depending on the procedure.
Recovery options: villa with nursing support, apartments or self-catering accommodation with mobile nursing service.
Post-operative care: medical check-ups, lymphatic drainage and hyperbaric oxygen when indicated.
Important: The recovery villa is not a hospital. All surgery, medical check-ups, and clinical treatments are performed at Cirumed Clinic Marbella.
⚡ The essentials — what you need to know
Most patients arrive in Marbella between 1 and 3 days before surgery.
After the operation, they stay several days in Marbella for the first phase of recovery.
You can recover in a villa with nursing support, in an apartment, or in your own accommodation with mobile nursing service.
Medical check-ups, lymphatic drainage, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy are performed at the clinic.
Before you return home, the medical team reviews your progress and gives you clear instructions to continue your recovery.
How does a cosmetic surgery trip to Marbella work?
A surgical trip to Marbella typically begins with a prior video consultation. The patient arrives 1–3 days before surgery, undergoes the procedure at a certified clinic, and remains in Marbella for 8–14 days for initial recovery. During this time, they receive medical check-ups, lymphatic drainage, hyperbaric oxygen therapy when indicated, and postoperative support before returning home.
Before the surgery: arrival in Marbella
Typically, the patient arrives in Marbella between 1 and 3 days before surgery. This allows them to rest after the journey, settle in comfortably, and complete the pre-operative preparation without rushing.
For most international patients, the initial assessment has already been conducted via video consultation. This allows the trip to Marbella to be arranged in advance, and the patient knows what to expect from day one.
Malaga has good air connections with many European cities, and travel arrangements are made well in advance to make arrival as easy as possible.
Do you want to plan your surgery in Marbella?
If you are considering traveling to Marbella for body contouring surgery, we can help you understand your entire journey: video consultation, arrival, surgery, recovery, check-ups and return home.
Nursing-supported recovery villa
For patients undergoing larger procedures, Cirumed offers a recovery villa designed for a quiet and comfortable convalescence.
The villa offers a relaxed setting, garden, swimming pool, and nursing support. Its purpose is to provide a comfortable and well-organized place to stay during the first few days of recovery.
It's important to clarify: the villa is not a hospital and does not offer inpatient care. All surgery, medical check-ups, and clinical treatments are performed at Cirumed Clinic Marbella.
Apartments and mobile nursing service
Not all patients require the same recovery option. Some people travel with a partner or family and prefer to stay in an apartment. Others are already familiar with Marbella and wish to choose their own accommodation.
For these cases, Cirumed can offer alternatives such as apartments or mobile nursing services. This service allows experienced nurses to travel to the chosen accommodation to provide specific post-operative care.
The idea is to offer flexibility without losing structure: each patient can have a different plan, but always within a framework of safe and coordinated follow-up.
Post-operative care in a clinic
During the first few days after surgery, follow-up care is provided at the clinic. Check-ups with the surgeon are scheduled automatically and are part of the recovery protocol.
Depending on the procedure, the patient may also receive lymphatic drainage and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These treatments are performed at Cirumed Clinic Marbella.
Before returning home, the patient has a medical check-up to assess their progress and receive instructions for continuing their recovery.
Cirumed's experience with international patients
Cirumed Clinic Marbella is a body contouring surgery clinic, directed by Dr. Alexander Aslani. The clinic regularly works with international patients who travel to Marbella for procedures such as BBL, Supercharged BBL, 360 Liposuction, abdominoplasty, Mommy Makeover, and combination surgery.
Around 95% of Cirumed's patients travel from outside Spain. This reality has led the clinic to develop a comprehensive system to support patients before, during, and after surgery.
The goal is to offer an organized, safe, and realistic experience for people crossing borders in search of highly specialized surgery.
What does this mean for you as a patient?
For you as a patient, this system means you don't have to plan your surgery as an isolated trip. The procedure is part of a comprehensive process that includes planning, arrival, recovery, and follow-up.
This also means you'll have different options depending on your personal circumstances. If you're coming alone or undergoing more extensive surgery, the recovery villa can provide a more supportive environment. If you're traveling with someone, an apartment might be more comfortable. If you prefer your own accommodation, mobile nursing care can help you maintain support throughout your recovery.
The key is to choose the option that best fits your surgery, your level of independence, and your care needs.
FAQ
Most patients stay in Marbella for a total of 8 to 14 days. They typically arrive 1–3 days before surgery and remain during the initial recovery phase until they receive a medical check-up before returning home.
Cirumed offers several options: recovery villa with nursing support, apartments for patients traveling with companions, or mobile nursing service if the patient prefers to stay on their own.
No. The recovery villa is comfortable accommodation with nursing support for convalescence. It is not a hospital and does not offer inpatient care. All surgery, medical check-ups, and clinical treatments are performed at the clinic.
The clinic performs medical checkups, lymphatic drainage, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy sessions when indicated. These visits are part of the protocol before the patient returns home.
Before traveling, the patient receives clear instructions for continuing their recovery at home. The aftercare team maintains contact to answer questions and monitor their progress over the following weeks.
Are you arranging surgery from another country?
The Cirumed team can advise you on the recommended length of stay, the best accommodation option, and the necessary care depending on the procedure.
