Recovery Houses in Medellín

What a recovery house is

A recovery house is a staffed home built around post-surgery patients. It sits in a quiet residential area close to the clinic, and it offers a bed, meals, and a nurse or caregiver on call for the days when you are swollen, sore, and not ready to manage on your own. It is the middle option between a hospital and a hotel.

Why patients choose one

After a facelift you spend the first week resting with your head elevated, and you need help with meals, medication timing, and cold compresses. A recovery house provides that help without the noise and formality of a hotel. Many patients find it easier to heal around other people going through the same thing.

What to look for

• A licensed nurse or caregiver available on site or on call around the clock
• A quiet, private room where you can sleep upright
• Meals that fit a soft, easy-to-eat recovery diet
• A location close to the clinic for follow-up visits
• Staff who speak your language or have a translator on hand

Questions to ask

Ask about the nurse's schedule, how they handle emergencies, how far the house is from the clinic, and whether transport to follow-ups is included. Ask to see the room and the shared spaces. Any house that rushes past these questions is not the right one.

How we help

Dr. Franco's team has worked with recovery houses and hotels around the clinic for years. Your recovery coordinator will recommend options that match your budget and your procedure, and will arrange the airport transfer and your transport to follow-up visits either way.

Related pages

• Facelift in Medellín: the full overview
• How long to stay after surgery
• Recovering in Medellín: climate and comfort
• Facelift recovery timeline

Next steps

Send three photos from the front and one from each side, and we will help you plan your stay, including recovery housing that fits your dates and budget.

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