{"id":117855,"date":"2026-05-17T11:02:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-17T11:02:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/"},"modified":"2026-10-31T08:55:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T08:55:58","slug":"what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect at Your First Consultation for Plastic Surgery in Mallorca"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span>\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"MedicalWebPage\",\n      \"name\": \"Qu\u00e9 Esperar en Tu Primera Consulta de Cirug\u00eda Pl\u00e1stica en Mallorca\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/blog\/primera-consulta-cirugia-plastica-mallorca\",\n      \"description\": \"Gu\u00eda completa sobre la primera consulta de cirug\u00eda pl\u00e1stica en Mallorca Medical Group. Qu\u00e9 preguntar, c\u00f3mo prepararse y qu\u00e9 esperar del proceso de valoraci\u00f3n personalizada.\",\n      \"inLanguage\": \"es\",\n      \"datePublished\": \"2026-05-17\",\n      \"dateModified\": \"2026-05-17\",\n      \"author\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Physician\",\n        \"name\": \"Dr. Jos\u00e9 Ignacio Garc\u00eda Ceballos\",\n        \"honorificSuffix\": \"FCCP, MRCS I England\",\n        \"medicalSpecialty\": \"Plastic Surgery\",\n        \"affiliation\": {\n          \"@type\": \"MedicalOrganization\",\n          \"name\": \"Mallorca Medical Group\",\n          \"url\": \"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\",\n          \"address\": {\n            \"@type\": \"PostalAddress\",\n            \"streetAddress\": \"Cam\u00ed Vileta 46C\",\n            \"addressLocality\": \"Palma de Mallorca\",\n            \"addressRegion\": \"Islas Baleares\",\n            \"postalCode\": \"07011\",\n            \"addressCountry\": \"ES\"\n          }\n        }\n      },\n      \"publisher\": {\n        \"@type\": \"MedicalOrganization\",\n        \"name\": \"Mallorca Medical Group\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n      \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"\u00bfCu\u00e1nto dura una primera consulta de cirug\u00eda pl\u00e1stica?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"La duraci\u00f3n var\u00eda seg\u00fan el procedimiento y la complejidad del caso, pero habitualmente oscila entre 45 minutos y una hora. 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El criterio del cirujano, junto con la disponibilidad y las necesidades del paciente, determina el ritmo del proceso.\"\n          }\n        }\n      ]\n    }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Tabla de Contenidos<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 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first plastic surgery consultation in Mallorca<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/#Why_pre-assessment_is_the_most_important_step_in_the_process\" >Why pre-assessment is the most important step in the process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/#What_happens_during_the_first_consultation_phases_and_contents\" >What happens during the first consultation: phases and contents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" 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informed consent process: a patient&#8217;s right<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/#Indications_and_contraindications_who_is_a_candidate_for_plastic_surgery\" >Indications and contraindications: who is a candidate for plastic surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/#Conclusion_consultation_as_a_starting_point_for_an_informed_decision_process\" >Conclusion: consultation as a starting point for an informed decision process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" 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data-href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/#What_documentation_should_I_bring_to_the_first_consultation\" >What documentation should I bring to the first consultation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/#Is_it_normal_to_feel_nervous_before_the_first_consultation\" >Is it normal to feel nervous before the first consultation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation-for-plastic-surgery-in-mallorca\/#How_many_consultations_are_performed_prior_to_surgery\" >How many consultations are performed prior to surgery?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_expect_at_your_first_plastic_surgery_consultation_in_Mallorca\"><\/span>What to expect at your first plastic surgery consultation in Mallorca<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The decision to undergo <a href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/cirugia-plastica-en-mallorca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plastic surgery<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/procedures\/cosmetic-medicine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">aesthetic medicine<\/a> begins long before the operating room: it starts with a specialized medical consultation. This first visit is when the patient and the surgeon lay the foundation for a relationship of trust, clarify expectations, and assess whether the proposed procedure is clinically appropriate. At Mallorca Medical Group, the personalized assessment is not a mere administrative formality, but rather the core of the care process. Understanding what happens during that first consultation helps patients arrive prepared and make the most of their visit.   <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_pre-assessment_is_the_most_important_step_in_the_process\"><\/span>Why pre-assessment is the most important step in the process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before considering any procedure, the surgeon needs to know the patient&#8217;s complete medical history, motivations, expectations and the specific anatomical characteristics of the area to be treated. Plastic surgery in Mallorca, as in any high-level clinical context, requires that the surgical plan be designed in a completely individualized manner. <\/p>\n<p>There is no universal protocol applicable to all cases. Age, skin condition, body type, surgical history, hormonal status and patient expectations are factors that decisively condition the technical approach. A surgeon who does not dedicate the necessary time to this assessment phase cannot offer a result tailored to each individual.  <\/p>\n<p>At Mallorca Medical Group, <a href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/about-us\/dr-garcia-ceballos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Garc\u00eda Ceballos<\/a> FCCP personally performs each consultation, without delegating it to support staff. This way of working reflects a medical philosophy oriented towards patient safety and shared decision making. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_during_the_first_consultation_phases_and_contents\"><\/span>What happens during the first consultation: phases and contents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first cosmetic surgery consultation in Mallorca follows a systematic clinical structure that includes several distinct phases:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Anamnesis:<\/strong> review of medical history, surgical history, usual medication, allergies and cardiovascular or anesthetic risk factors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Physical examination:<\/strong> objective evaluation of the anatomical area of interest. In facial surgery, the quality and thickness of the skin, the underlying bone structure and the distribution of soft tissues are analyzed. In body surgery, muscle tone, fat distribution and skin elasticity are assessed.  <\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/mastopexy-with-and-without-implants-a-complete-guide-to-understanding-breast-lift-surgery\/\">Photographic analysis<\/a>:<\/strong> in some procedures, such as rhinoplasty or blepharoplasty, standardized clinical photographs are taken to serve as a basis for surgical planning and for visual communication with the patient.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Presentation of the preliminary surgical plan:<\/strong> the surgeon explains the technical options available, the indications and contraindications, the recovery process, the possible results and the specific risks of each procedure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Space for questions:<\/strong> the patient has the opportunity to ask any questions without time limitation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prepare_for_the_consultation_practical_recommendations\"><\/span>How to prepare for the consultation: practical recommendations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A successful consultation begins with good preparation on the part of the patient. These are the recommendations that Mallorca Medical Group usually transmits: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Write down beforehand the specific motivations that lead to consider the intervention. The more specific the description of the concerns, the more useful it is for the surgeon. <\/li>\n<li>Bring relevant medical documentation: recent blood work, reports of previous surgeries in the same area, or imaging tests if available.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare a list of common medications, including anticoagulants, anti-inflammatory drugs and supplements.<\/li>\n<li>Do not be inhibited when expressing doubts or insecurities. The consultation is a confidential and non-judgmental clinical setting. <\/li>\n<li>Do not go with a decision already taken in an immovable way. The consultation is for the surgeon to confirm if the procedure proposed is the right one or if there is an alternative more suitable for the case. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>&#8220;The first consultation is, in many ways, the most important of the entire process. It is the time when surgeon and patient get to know each other, align expectations and build the trust necessary to move forward. A well made surgical decision always begins with an honest and thorough assessment.<cite>&#8220;<\/cite><\/p>\n<p><cite>&#8211; Dr. Garcia Ceballos FCCP, Plastic Surgeon, Mallorca Medical Group<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_information_does_the_surgeon_provide_at_the_first_visit\"><\/span>What information does the surgeon provide at the first visit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During the consultation, the surgeon is in a position to provide detailed clinical information about the procedure, but it is important for the patient to understand that the final surgical plan can only be finalized after all the data, including the preoperative blood work and, in some cases, other complementary tests, have been analyzed.<\/p>\n<p>What Dr. Garcia Ceballos FCCP offers in the first consultation includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An honest assessment of whether the patient is a suitable candidate for the requested procedure.<\/li>\n<li>A clear description of the most appropriate surgical technique for that particular case.<\/li>\n<li>A realistic explanation of the recovery process, postoperative care and return to normal activity.<\/li>\n<li>The possible risks and complications, in compliance with the informed consent process.<\/li>\n<li>An orientation on the expected results, with emphasis on the fact that the results are variable according to the anatomy and the individual evolution of each patient.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What the responsible surgeon does not do in the first consultation is to promise concrete results, to establish comparisons with cases of other patients as a binding reference, or to push for an immediate decision.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_informed_consent_process_a_patients_right\"><\/span>The informed consent process: a patient&#8217;s right<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before any surgical intervention, the patient must receive and sign an informed consent document. This document is not a bureaucratic formality: it is a right recognized by Spanish health legislation and a fundamental element of ethical medical practice. <\/p>\n<p>The informed consent form contains detailed information:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The description of the procedure and its objectives.<\/li>\n<li>Risks specific to the type of intervention.<\/li>\n<li>Existing alternatives.<\/li>\n<li>The expected recovery process.<\/li>\n<li>Confirmation that the patient has understood the information and has made the decision freely and without coercion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At Mallorca Medical Group, the informed consent process is carried out sufficiently in advance so that the patient has time to read, reflect and consult any doubts before the date of the intervention.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indications_and_contraindications_who_is_a_candidate_for_plastic_surgery\"><\/span>Indications and contraindications: who is a candidate for plastic surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not all patients are suitable candidates for all procedures. One of the most important functions of the first consultation is to accurately identify the specific indications and contraindications for each case. <\/p>\n<p>In general terms, the most frequent contraindications in plastic surgery include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Uncontrolled systemic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, heart disease).<\/li>\n<li>Coagulation disorders or treatment with anticoagulants without possibility of suspension.<\/li>\n<li>Active smoking in certain procedures (especially <a href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.com\/en\/blog\/plastic-surgery-en\/que-es-un-lifting-facial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lifting<\/a> or flap surgeries).<\/li>\n<li>Unrealistic expectations or psychological motivations that do not match what the surgery can offer.<\/li>\n<li>Inadequate body mass index in certain body procedures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The identification of these situations does not necessarily close the door to surgery, but allows the establishment of a preoperative optimization plan to increase safety and improve outcomes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_consultation_as_a_starting_point_for_an_informed_decision_process\"><\/span>Conclusion: consultation as a starting point for an informed decision process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first plastic surgery consultation is the first step in a process that requires information, reflection and mutual trust. At Mallorca Medical Group, each assessment is approached with the same clinical rigor that is applied to the surgical act itself: with attention to detail, respect for the individuality of each patient and absolute honesty about what the surgery can and cannot achieve. <\/p>\n<p>The goal is for the patient to leave that first visit with clarity about his or her clinical situation, with realistic expectations and with the information necessary to make a free and informed decision. Surgery can wait; information should not. <\/p>\n<p>If you are considering starting a plastic surgery procedure in Mallorca, the first step is to request a personalized assessment with Dr. Garc\u00eda Ceballos FCCP. Book your assessment at <a href=\"https:\/\/mallorcamedicalgroup.ofimedic.com\/alta-cita-out.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mallorcamedicalgroup.com<\/a> or call 971 254 686. <\/p>\n<section aria-label=\"Preguntas frecuentes\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions_about_the_first_plastic_surgery_consultation\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about the first plastic surgery consultation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_first_plastic_surgery_consultation_last\"><\/span>How long does a first plastic surgery consultation last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The duration varies according to the procedure and the complexity of the case, but usually ranges from 45 minutes to one hour. During this time, anamnesis, physical examination, photographic analysis if necessary and presentation of the preliminary surgical plan are performed. There is no rush: the goal is for the patient to go home with all the information necessary to make a considered decision.  <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_documentation_should_I_bring_to_the_first_consultation\"><\/span>What documentation should I bring to the first consultation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is advisable to bring the most recent general health report, basic blood work if available, and any previous imaging tests related to the area of interest. If the patient is on regular medication, it is advisable to bring an updated list. In case of previous surgeries in the same area, operative reports greatly facilitate the assessment.  <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_to_feel_nervous_before_the_first_consultation\"><\/span>Is it normal to feel nervous before the first consultation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is quite common. The plastic surgery consultation involves talking about aspects of body image that the patient has been thinking about for some time, and this can generate some tension. The aim of the consultation is precisely to create an environment of trust where the patient can express his or her expectations freely, without feeling judged or committed to make any immediate decision.  <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_consultations_are_performed_prior_to_surgery\"><\/span>How many consultations are performed prior to surgery?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Depending on the procedure and the evolution of the decision-making process, a second consultation may be necessary to review the definitive surgical plan, the preoperative analysis or to resolve doubts that arose after the first visit. In cases of complex or combined surgeries, the number of previous consultations may be greater. The surgeon&#8217;s criteria, together with the patient&#8217;s needs, determines the pace of the process.  <\/p>\n<\/section>\n<footer><\/footer>\n<footer><em>Article written by Dr. Garc\u00eda Ceballos FCCP, Director of Mallorca Medical Group. Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon. Collegiate No. 070707779. MRCS I England &#8211; FCCP Belgium.<\/em><\/footer>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Complete guide to the first plastic surgery consultation at Mallorca Medical Group. 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