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Perfection Plastic Surgery & Med Spa, a center that offers Brazilian butt lifts (BBL), penis enlargement, and other treatments, has been put on hold until July 12 due to a lack of essential medications and proper examinations for patients.
A report from Miami Herald revealed that the Florida Department of Health suspended the license of the Sunny Isles Beach establishment due to numerous issues found.
In a detailed report on what that outlet described as "violations of patient safety", it was revealed that for two consecutive years the clinic had shortages of essential medications.
In 2022, authorities discovered that the vehicle with the emergency medical equipment was lacking medications such as Atropine 3 mg, used to dangerously slow down the heart rate.
They also did not have Epinephrine 1mg in 10ml, which addresses increased heart rate and potentially life-threatening allergic reactions; Dextrose 50%; 50 ml, which treats hypoglycemia, a dangerous drop in glucose levels.
The clinic did not have benzodiazepine, used for the reduction of nervous system activity.
The risk management program at Perfection was nonexistent, concluded the inspection.
In a second review in 2023, the Florida Department of Health found that the emergency vehicle still did not have atropine and dextrose, but also lacked 2 grams of magnesium sulfate, used for a variety of seizures and cardiac rhythm abnormalities.
On that occasion, they also noticed the absence of Lidocaine, 100 mg, which treats "potentially life-threatening arrhythmias."
In the center, they also highlighted a serious violation. At least one of the surgeons performing BBL did not examine the patient in person the day before the surgical procedure.
For these reasons, an administrative complaint was filed in December 2024, which led to the current suspension of the license.
In recent months, a series of violations in such centers in Miami have come to light, where aesthetic treatment clinics are prevalent.
Wilson Muñoz Suárez, a 60-year-old man, was arrested in Miami for performing cosmetic surgeries without a license. He used the name Dr. Wilson Muñoz on social media and claimed to have 25 years of experience. He faces charges for the unlawful practice of medicine, assault against a person over 65 years old, domestic violence, and resisting arrest without violence.
For the second time in less than two years, a Cuban woman from Miami was arrested for running a surgical recovery house that was operating without a license.
Mónica Beatriz García and her daughter Laura García, 24 years old, are under arrest accused of operating an unlicensed residence dedicated to the recovery of patients who have undergone cosmetic surgeries.
Frequently asked questions about the suspension of plastic surgery clinics in Miami
Why was the Perfection Plastic Surgery & Med Spa clinic in Miami suspended?
The clinic was suspended by the Florida Department of Health due to a lack of essential medications and proper examinations for patients. Additionally, violations were found regarding patient safety, such as the absence of a risk management program and a lack of adequate inspections before surgical procedures.
What essential medications were missing at the plastic surgery center suspended in Miami?
According to the report, essential medications such as Atropine, Epinephrine, Dextrose, magnesium sulfate, and Lidocaine were missing. These medications are crucial for treating medical emergencies such as cardiac arrhythmias, hypoglycemia, and allergic reactions.
What irregularities were detected in other clinics and recovery centers for cosmetic surgeries in Miami?
Irregularities have been detected such as operating without a license, the illegal practice of medicine, and the improper handling of medical waste. Additionally, arrests have been made for these practices, such as in the case of Mónica Beatriz García and her daughter, who were operating an unauthorized recovery house.
What is the situation regarding regulations for cosmetic surgery centers in Miami?
The regulation for aesthetic surgery centers in Miami is strict, but regulatory gaps and lack of oversight have been identified in some cases. Authorities are implementing measures to ensure patient safety, but recent incidents underscore the need for increased vigilance and compliance with the standards.
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