# Ivo Pitanguy

> Ivo Hélcio Jardim de Campos Pitanguy was a Brazilian plastic surgeon who made significant contributions to the fields of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Based in Rio de Janeiro, Pitanguy came to prominence for treating hundreds of victims of the 1961 Niterói circus fire. He pursued a philosophical approach to plastic surgery, emphasizing its role in improving patients' self-esteem and quality of life. Pitanguy trained thousands of surgeons, which led to the spread of his techniques globally. He is thought to be the creator of the Brazilian butt lift.

*Brazilian surgeon (1926–2016)*

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## Identity
- **Profile type:** Writer / Author
- **Category:** Writers
- **Country:** Brazil
- **Born:** 1923-07-05
- **Died:** 2016-08-06
- **Status:** deceased
- **Gender:** male

## Bio

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