At Elaen Plastic Surgery and Hair Transplant Center, our dedication to excellence begins with our leaders. The hair restoration service was founded and developed by Dr. Alejandro Enríquez de Rivera Campero (Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon) and Dr. Rosa María Nava Garibaldi (Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon), a full member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS #729041).

Together, they established the rigorous quality protocols that define us. The direction of our FUE Hair Transplant division is managed by Dr. Iris Morales López, an experienced Hair Transplant Surgeon. She ensures that every procedure adheres to the highest technical and ethical standards. This team of specialists guarantees a service with scientific rigor and a track record of more than a decade.

We are the primary choice for patients from the U.S. and Canada seeking unparalleled standards and total transparency in the cross-border healthcare sector, endorsed by a highly qualified medical team.

I. Elite Training and Scientific Authority of the Founding Team (2011–2012)

The foundation of our excellence lies in the initial training and commitment to science of our founders. Dr. Enríquez de Rivera Campero and Dr. Nava Garibaldi personally completed and led a rigorous international training program. This foundational knowledge is continuously transmitted to our nursing team and technical medical staff, ensuring uniformity in quality.

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  Phase I: Ethical Standards and Foundational FUE. Initial training was conducted with Dr. Matt Leavitt and the Bosley group (Dr. Leavitt is co-founder of the ABHRS and Governor of the ISHRS). Elaen’s founding doctors integrated these protocols, anchoring our operational base in North American medical ethics.
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  Phase II: Precision in Extraction. Specialized training focused on mastering the patented S.A.F.E. system (Surgically Advanced Follicular Extraction) with Dr. James Harris (inventor of the system and recognized with the Golden Follicle Award). The founders standardized the S.A.F.E. technique, forming the basis of internal staff training.
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  Phase III: Mastery of High-Volume Operational Efficiency (6 Months in Istanbul). This final stage of refinement was essential. It took place during an intensive 6-month training in 2012 in Istanbul, Turkey, with Op. Dr. Emirali Hamiloğlu, an instructor in the internationally renowned ESTEWorld hospital chain. The objective of this phase was to ensure that the Elaen team not only mastered the ethical foundations and precision techniques (Phases I and II) but also perfected the operational efficiency and logistics required to manage a high volume of international patients while maintaining maximum quality. This experience in high-performance centers refines surgical workflows, guaranteeing consistent precision throughout long procedures.

II. Current Leadership and Technical Mastery

Dr. Iris Morales López, as Director of the Hair Transplant Area, ensures that the experience acquired by the founders is executed with surgical precision.

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  Specialized Leadership: Dr. Morales López is a dedicated expert who ensures FUE protocols are consistently applied and kept up-to-date.
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  The Elaen Approach: Graft Survival Optimization. Under her direction, we maintain mastery of the Harris S.A.F.E. system. This system uses a patented blunt punch, which reduces trauma to the follicle during extraction.
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  Quality Indicator: The precision of the S.A.F.E. system allows us to achieve an exceptionally low Follicular Transection Rate. This indicates a significantly higher degree of viable follicles than traditional FUE surgery, maximizing the final restoration result.

III. Consistency, Case Volume, and Sustained Experience (2012–2025)

Our capability is measured by sustained experience and consistency of results over time, under the direct supervision of the medical team.

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  13 Years of Continuous Service: From 2012 to 2025, we have maintained a continuous, high-performance operation.
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  High-Volume Experience: The team has consistently performed over 30 procedures each month, representing an estimation of more than 5,000 surgeries completed in 13 years.
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  Continuing Education (ISHRS): Dr. Nava Garibaldi’s full membership in the ISHRS and the entire team’s constant participation in its world congresses ensure that our techniques and protocols evolve with the most advanced science in the field.

IV. The Strategic Value Proposition for the International Patient

Our service is intrinsically linked to the cross-border healthcare sector and designed for the convenience of the international patient.

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  Strategic Location: Elaen is located in Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit, Mexico, a luxury tourist area just 10 minutes from the city of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. This strategic location is 15 minutes from the Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR), simplifying significantly the logistics for the international traveler.
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  Focus on North American Clients: Our clientele is predominantly from the United States and Canada. The medical and support team is familiar with their high standards for service, communication, and logistics.
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  Logistical Transparency and Communication: We ensure bilingual care and a clear communication from the consultation to the post-operative follow-up.
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  Transparency and Lasting Results: We reinforce confidence by offering realistic expectations. Patients are professionally advised about the possible need for complementary medical therapies (such as Minoxidil or Finasteride) to protect the existing native hair and preserve long-term results.
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  High-Quality Service with Cost Efficiency: We offer significant cost savings without compromising the quality of the procedure, thanks to our operational efficiency and the use of precision technology.

License

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  General Medicine License: 12983034