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Investigation into aesthetic surgery deaths in Bogotá

Overview

The Colombian Prosecutor's Office has charged physician Gabriel Fernando Cubillos Valencia following the deaths of four women and severe complications for three others linked to aesthetic procedures in Bogotá. Investigations indicated that Cubillos promoted surgical packages via social media and allegedly moved patients to facilities lacking proper medical protocols and equipment. Authorities also recovered evidence of blank informed consent forms and medical records signed by specialists who reportedly had no contact with the patients.

During a hearing at the 36th Municipal Criminal Court in Bogotá, a judge declined to impose restrictive measures, allowing Cubillos to remain free and continue his professional practice while the investigation continues. The medical institutions where he works, Clínica Obesidad y Envejecimiento S.A.S. and Laser Surgical Clinic, released a statement noting his thirty-year career, clarifying that the lack of precautionary measures is not a declaration of innocence or responsibility.

As of late August 2026, Cubillos continues to defend himself in liberty as the legal proceedings regarding the patient deaths move forward.

Entities

Fiscalía General de la Nación · Gabriel Fernando Cubillos Valencia · Clínica Obesidad y Envejecimiento S.A.S. · Santiago City Council · National Service for Specialized Protection of Children and Adolescents

Timeline

13 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 11 sources
Legal and administrative proceedings reported across Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, and Spain
Multiple legal actions are underway across Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, and Spain, involving corruption probes, disciplinary sanctions, child protection protocols, and sexual harassment investigations.
20 days ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Bogotá doctor charged in deaths of four women after aesthetic surgeries
A doctor in Bogotá, Gabriel Fernando Cubillos Valencia, faces charges for the deaths of four women and severe injuries to three others following alleged malpractice during aesthetic surgeries.

Sources

actualidadjuridica.doe.cl · amigospenquistas.cl · diariodelcauca.com.co · diariorancagua.cl · elnuevosiglo.com.co · exitonoticias.com.bo · g5noticias.cl · galiciapress.es · lanacion.com.co · minuto30.com · miradiols.cl · seguimiento.co · vilasradio.cl

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