mia aesthetics

What mia aesthetics does

Mia Aesthetics is a privately-held, for-profit plastic surgery clinic chain founded in 2017 and headquartered in Miami, Florida. The company operates 13 physical clinic locations across major US metropolitan areas — including Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Miami, New York City (Brooklyn), Phoenix, and Tampa — staffed by 30 or more board-certified or board-eligible plastic surgeons. The core offering is a broad menu of elective cosmetic surgical procedures centered on body contouring (Brazilian Butt Lift, liposuction variants including Awake Lipo and Lipo 360, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, body lift), breast surgery (augmentation, lift, reduction, implant revision, Ballerina Breast Augmentation), and facial procedures (facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, brow lift, neck lift, otoplasty, buccal fat removal, chin lipo), plus male-specific procedures (male BBL, gynecomastia, male lipo, male tummy tuck). The company also offers non-surgical add-ons including Skinny Shot weight-loss injections and J-Plasma skin tightening.

The business runs a direct-to-consumer, sales-led model: prospective patients enter through a free virtual consultation on miaaesthetics.com, are assigned a surgical coordinator who handles financing and pre-operative logistics, and then are scheduled at the nearest clinic. Revenue is recognized at the point of service on a one-time payment basis, supplemented by transaction-fee revenue from partnerships with multiple third-party financing companies that allow patients to pay over time. Pricing is presented as all-inclusive (anesthesia, surgical fees, facility fees) and is materially below traditional plastic surgery practice rates — for example, Brazilian Butt Lift procedures are listed starting at $4,300–$5,650 depending on market, and tummy tucks start at $6,150 in Chicago. Mia Aesthetics differentiates its offering through the proprietary Mia Waist Corset™ trademarked rib-repositioning procedure (an add-on to lipo 360, BBL, or tummy tuck starting at $5,500) and through a separation of clinical and administrative labor that allows surgeons to focus solely on procedures while coordinators manage sales and financing. The company reports 150,000 or more satisfied patients served cumulatively across all locations and uses social media (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Snapchat, X) and before/after galleries as primary demand-generation channels.

Ownership is founder-led (CEO founder, COO who is the CEO's brother), with Christian Alvarez listed as President & COO. No parent company, institutional investor, or PE backing is disclosed in available materials, though investigative reporting has linked Mia Aesthetics to Peterson Partners and to staffing firm Barton Associates as part of a broader multistate cosmetic-surgery chain ecosystem. The company has been the subject of KFF Health News and NBC News investigations into malpractice lawsuits, postoperative care failures, and the hiring of surgeons with prior disciplinary histories — material reputational and regulatory risks that any acquirer or investor must price in.

Name

mia aesthetics

Legal name

Mia Aesthetics

Website

https://miaaesthetics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Mia Aesthetics operates a 13-location US plastic surgery clinic chain offering affordable body contouring, breast, and facial procedures to individual consumers. It differentiates through proprietary techniques, third-party financing partnerships, and a high-volume coordinator-driven sales model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cosmetic Surgery Services

NAICS

Other Personal Care Services (812199), Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211)

akta.pro primary industry

Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ENT) (HLAKAMAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG), Cosmetic Dermatology (Aesthetic Injectables) (HLAKACAE)

Keywords

• Cosmetic surgery services
• Plastic surgery procedures
• Body contouring surgery
• Breast augmentation surgery
• Facelift and rhinoplasty

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Surgical Procedures: One-time payment for surgical cosmetic procedures including Brazilian butt lift, liposuction, tummy tuck, breast procedures, and body contouring. Revenue recognized at point of service delivery.
2. Financing Programs: Partnership with third-party financing companies allowing patients to pay for procedures over time in smaller installments. The company partners with multiple financing providers to offer multiple payment options.
3. Non-Surgical Treatments: Additional revenue from non-surgical offerings such as Skinny Shot (weight loss) and J-Plasma skin tightening treatments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Mia Aesthetics is a multi-location cosmetic plastic surgery clinic chain operating 13 facilities across the United States. The company delivers affordable surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures, including body contouring (Brazilian Butt Lift, Lipo 360, traditional liposuction, awake liposuction, tummy tucks, mommy makeovers, body lifts), breast procedures (augmentation, lift, reduction, implant revision), facial surgeries (facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, brow lift), male-specific procedures, and non-surgical offerings (Skinny Shot, J-Plasma skin tightening). The proprietary Mia Waist Corset™ rib repositioning procedure is a key branded offering.

Product overview

Mia Aesthetics is a plastic surgery clinic chain offering a comprehensive portfolio of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures across 13 locations nationwide. The core offerings center on body contouring procedures including Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), various liposuction techniques (Awake Lipo, Lipo 360, traditional liposuction), tummy tucks, mommy makeovers, and body lifts. The company also provides breast procedures (augmentation, lift, reduction, implant revision), facial surgeries (facelift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, brow lift, neck lift), and male-specific procedures. Mia Aesthetics differentiates through its proprietary Mia Waist Corset™ rib repositioning procedure and offers non-surgical add-ons including Skinny Shot weight loss treatment and J-Plasma skin tightening. The business model emphasizes affordability through efficient operations, with financing options available through partnered financing companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mia Waist Corset™: A rib repositioning and remodeling procedure that moves bottom ribs inward to create a more defined waistline and sculpted midsection, offered as an add-on procedure for lipo 360, BBL, or tummy tuck.

Products and services

• Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) Body contouring procedure that uses liposuction to remove fat from unwanted areas and reinjects it into the buttocks for a fuller, more shapely appearance using the patient's own natural tissue. For individual patients seeking affordable body contouring.
• Awake Liposuction Minimally invasive liposuction procedure performed under local anesthesia where the patient remains awake, offering faster recovery times and reduced anesthesia risks. Starting at $5,000.
• Liposuction Surgical fat removal procedure using a cannula to extract unwanted fat from specific body areas such as chin, neck, arms, back, hips, abdomen, thighs, calves, and ankles for body sculpting.
• Lipo 360 Comprehensive liposuction procedure targeting multiple areas around the midsection including abdomen, hips, waist, and lower back for complete circumferential body contouring.
• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Surgical procedure to remove excess abdominal skin and fat while repairing abdominal muscles, resulting in a flatter, more toned stomach appearance. Starting at $6,150 in Chicago.
• Mommy Makeover Personalized combination of procedures typically including tummy tuck and breast augmentation or lift, customized to address post-pregnancy body changes.
• Body Lift Comprehensive procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the entire midsection including abdomen, back, outer thighs, and buttocks, particularly beneficial after significant weight loss. Starting at $9,700.
• Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) Surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arms, addressing sagging tissue for a more toned arm appearance.
• Thigh Lift Surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the thighs to create a more contoured and toned leg appearance.
• Vaginal Rejuvenation (Labiaplasty) Surgical procedure to reduce or reshape the labia minora for improved comfort and aesthetic appearance.
• Breast Augmentation Breast enhancement procedure using implants to increase breast size, provide upper fullness, and improve overall breast proportions.
• Ballerina Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation technique designed for a more natural-looking result with subtle enhancement and improved cleavage definition.
• Breast Lift Surgical procedure to lift and reshape sagging breasts without changing their size, addressing ptosis and improving breast positioning.
• Breast Reduction Surgical procedure to reduce breast size by removing excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to achieve a more proportional and comfortable breast size.
• Breast Implant Revision Secondary procedure to replace, remove, or correct existing breast implants for patients seeking revision of previous breast augmentation results.
• Facelift Surgical procedure to reduce visible signs of aging in the face by tightening skin, removing excess tissue, and repositioning facial structures for a more youthful appearance.
• Mini Facelift Less invasive facelift procedure targeting specific areas of the face with shorter recovery time compared to a full facelift.
• Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Surgical procedure to reshape or reconstruct the nose for improved aesthetic appearance or functional correction.
• Brow Lift Surgical procedure to raise the eyebrows and reduce forehead wrinkles for a more youthful and refreshed facial appearance.
• Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) Surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the eyelids to improve vision and achieve a more youthful eye appearance.
• Neck Lift Surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the neck area, reducing banding and creating a smoother neck contour.
• Buccal Fat Removal Surgical procedure to remove excess fat from the cheeks to create a more defined facial contour and sculpted cheekbone appearance.
• Chin Liposuction Targeted liposuction procedure to remove excess fat from under the chin and neck area for improved chin definition.
• Otoplasty (Ear Pinning) Surgical procedure to reshape or reposition protruding ears closer to the head for improved facial harmony.
• Male BBL Brazilian butt lift procedure specifically designed for male patients to enhance buttock shape and contour while maintaining masculine proportions.
• Male Breast Procedures (Gynecomastia) Surgical treatment for male breast enlargement, removing excess breast tissue and fat to create a flatter, more masculine chest.
• Male Liposuction Liposuction procedure tailored for male patients to remove stubborn fat deposits and create a more sculpted masculine physique.
• Male Tummy Tuck Tummy tuck procedure designed specifically for male patients to address excess abdominal skin and fat.
• Mia Waist Corset™ Proprietary rib repositioning procedure that moves the bottom ribs inward to create a more defined waistline and hourglass figure, offered as an add-on to lipo 360, BBL, or tummy tuck procedures. Starting at $5,500.
• Skinny Shot Weight loss injection treatment offered as a non-surgical option to support weight management alongside surgical procedures.
• J-Plasma Skin Tightening Non-surgical skin tightening treatment using J-Plasma technology to improve skin laxity and achieve firmer skin appearance.
• Financing Options Payment plans and financing options allowing patients to pay for procedures over time through partnered financing companies.

Quantifiable outcome

• 150,000+ satisfied patients served
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Goals Plastic Surgery: Affordable cosmetic surgery clinic chain offering BBL, liposuction, tummy tucks and similar body procedures at competitive price points. Closest direct comparable to Mia in affordable, multi-location plastic surgery positioning.
• Sono Bello: National chain of body-contouring and liposuction clinics operating a high-volume, multi-location model in the US. Directly comparable to Mia Aesthetics in procedure mix, target demographic, and affordability-led positioning.
• Elite Body Sculpture: Multi-location US body-sculpting practice specializing in liposuction and fat-transfer procedures (e.g., AirSculpt). Comparable to Mia's body-contouring focus and high-volume, branded-procedure approach.
• American Lipo Centers: Multi-location US clinic chain focused on affordable liposuction and body contouring. Direct comparable to Mia in procedure focus, pricing model, and high-volume clinic operating approach.

Emerging players

• New Look New Life Surgical Arts: Cosmetic surgery practice offering body and facial procedures (BBL, liposuction, tummy tuck, breast) with a focus on patient experience and bundled pricing. Comparable offering mix to Mia Aesthetics, though smaller in geographic scale.
• Dr. Miami (Michael Salzhauer, MD): High-volume, social-media-famous cosmetic surgery practice offering BBL and body-contouring procedures. Comparable to Mia in affordability, demographic targeting, and reliance on visual social platforms for demand generation, though operates from a single flagship rather than a chain.
• ImageLift: Multi-location facial plastic surgery practice offering facelifts, eyelid surgery, and related facial rejuvenation. Overlaps with Mia's facial procedure line (facelift, brow lift, blepharoplasty) and similarly markets to consumers seeking surgical facial rejuvenation.

Regional players

• Personique: Austin, Texas-based cosmetic surgery practice offering body and facial plastic surgery procedures. Comparable service mix to Mia's Austin clinic and competitive in the Texas market Mia serves.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mia_aesthetics
• YouTubeyoutube.com/mia_aesthetics
• Facebookfacebook.com/miaaestheticssurgery
• Instagraminstagram.com/mia_aesthetics
• TikToktiktok.com/@mia_aesthetics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mia-aesthetics-clinic

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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