TreVita, a U.S.-based medical travel company, has announced a 127% year-over-year increase in its plastic surgery program, alongside a 19% increase in male clients. The figures, reported by NEWMEDIAWIRE, reflect a widening demographic of patients considering cosmetic procedures and a growing willingness among Americans to travel abroad for care.
The surge comes as plastic surgery overall experiences renewed growth. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), cosmetic surgical procedures in the U.S. increased 7% in 2025, with liposuction, breast augmentation, and tummy tucks among the most sought-after. Globally, more than 35 million surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic procedures were performed in 2025, per data from the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). Men accounted for over 14% of surgical procedures worldwide, with eyelid surgery, gynecomastia surgery, and rhinoplasty ranking as their three most common surgical procedures.
TreVita is also observing demand evolve alongside the widespread adoption of GLP-1 weight-loss medications. Significant weight loss can leave patients with excess or loose skin, increasing interest in body-contouring procedures. In 2025, 82% of ASPS member surgeons reported receiving consultation requests related to GLP-1 use, and upper body lifts increased 22%, arm lifts 21%, thigh lifts 20%, and breast lifts 8%. ASPS cautions that its data does not establish GLP-1 use as the cause of growth in any specific procedure category, but the medications have clearly become a significant part of patient conversations around plastic surgery.
“Plastic surgery is becoming relevant to a much broader group of people than it was even a few years ago,” said Blake Schroeder, CEO of TreVita. “We’re seeing that firsthand, from more men exploring procedures to patients looking to address changes after significant weight loss. As more people look beyond the U.S. for care, our purpose of removing barriers and helping people achieve outcomes far greater than imagined, while putting safety, integrity and genuine care at the center of the experience, becomes more important than ever.”
TreVita currently works with five TreVita Verified medical facilities in Zona Río as part of its plastic surgery medical travel program and continues to vet additional practitioners and facilities as demand grows. Every facility, clinician, and surgeon undergoes a rigorous five-step vetting process to become TreVita Verified, including independent verification of medical credentials, licensure, and specialty certifications; review of professional history, patient feedback, and public records; and in-person evaluation of physicians and facilities. The company also works with a partner plastic surgery clinic in Cartagena, Colombia, extending its offering to the Caribbean coast with the same commitment to physician vetting, safety, and individualized care. In Cartagena, clients have access to private recovery accommodations in the Bocagrande neighborhood, with 24/7 nursing support, post-operative therapies, chef-prepared meals, and dedicated care coordination.
“We know that one of the biggest questions people have when considering care outside the United States is, ‘How do I know who I can trust?’” Schroeder said. “TreVita Verified is our answer to that question. Our process goes much deeper than looking at a website or accepting a credential at face value. We independently verify, research and meet the people we work with because patients should have as much information as possible before making an important decision about their care.”
Beyond plastic surgery, TreVita supports patients seeking bariatric surgery, hair restoration, regenerative medicine, and other specialty care, providing end-to-end support throughout the medical travel journey. Across its partner locations in Mexico and Colombia, the company coordinates physician consultations, travel, treatment, and recovery, remaining involved from the first consultation through post-procedure follow-up. For more information about TreVita Plastic Surgery, visit the company’s website. The company’s growth underscores the increasing role of medical travel in the U.S. healthcare landscape, offering patients alternatives that combine cost savings with vetted care and coordinated support.
