Worth the trip for the right nose.
Patients from Latin America, the United States and Europe travel to Maringá for surgery with Dr. Sella. The process is built for travelers: online consultation, surgery on a set date, one week in town and remote follow-up.
International patients start with a video consultation with Dr. Guilherme Sella, schedule surgery in advance and travel to Maringá, Brazil, 1 to 2 days before the procedure, staying about one week afterwards until the cast is removed. Follow-up visits can then be done online. Maringá has an airport (MGF) with direct flights from São Paulo, and the team communicates in English, Spanish and Portuguese and helps with accommodation and logistics.
Step by step
- First contact on WhatsApp with photos of your nose (front, profile, base) and a summary of your goals.
- Video consultation with Dr. Sella: assessment, likely technique and a complete surgical proposal.
- Pre-operative tests done in your home country, from a list provided by the team.
- Arrival in Maringá 1 to 2 days before surgery: in-person consultation, physical exam, standardized photos, nasal ultrasound when indicated and anesthesia assessment.
- Surgery at Saine Health Complex, with a 12 to 24-hour hospital stay.
- One week in town for the first follow-ups and cast removal.
- Fly home with written instructions and a direct line to the team; further follow-ups in person or online.
How long to stay
| Moment | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Before surgery | 1 to 2 days |
| After surgery | About 7 days, until cast and sutures are removed |
| Later follow-ups | 1, 3, 6 and 12 months; in person or online |
Getting to Maringá
Maringá is in the state of Paraná, southern Brazil. Its airport (MGF) has direct flights from São Paulo (GRU and CGH), the main international gateway, and from other Brazilian cities. The clinic is in the city center, and the hospital is a short drive away.
Accommodation
The team recommends hotels and apartments close to the clinic and hospital, suitable for post-operative rest. A companion is recommended during the first week.
Language and documents
Dr. Sella and his team communicate in English and Spanish. Medical reports, prescriptions and invoices can be issued in English for insurance or reimbursement purposes.
Safety
Surgery is performed in a hospital with ICU and 24-hour intensivists, which makes it safe to operate far from home. If anything comes up after you return, the team advises remotely and, if needed, refers you to a colleague in your city.
Otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon · CRM-PR 33.018 · RQE 17.984. PhD from FMRP-USP, founder of the Sella Learning Center. Updated on 2026-10-07.
Frequently asked questions
Can everything be done in a single trip?
Yes. With the prior video consultation and tests done at home, the in-person consultation, surgery and first follow-ups happen in one trip of about 8 to 9 days.
Is it safe to fly one week after rhinoplasty?
Yes. After cast removal, flying is allowed. Stay hydrated and avoid carrying heavy luggage.
What if I have questions after I get home?
The team keeps a direct WhatsApp line throughout recovery and conducts follow-ups by video call.
Do you accept international insurance?
Care is private. Documentation can be issued in English for reimbursement claims with your insurer.
Book a consultation with Dr. Guilherme Sella
In-person in Maringá, Brazil, or by video consultation. The team speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese.