Ivo Pitanguy Institute

The Ivo Pitanguy Institute is a world-renowned medical and educational institution specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery, located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Founded by the legendary surgeon Dr. Ivo Pitanguy, the institute is famous for its prestigious post-graduate residency program, which has trained thousands of surgeons from around the globe. It operates in partnership with the 38th Infirmary of Santa Casa da Misericórdia, where it provides reconstructive surgical care to underserved populations, and the private Pitanguy Clinic. The institute is recognized for pioneering surgical techniques and maintaining a philosophy that integrates aesthetic excellence with social responsibility. Its legacy continues to influence the global standards of plastic surgery education and clinical practice.