Post-Surgery and Fibrosis Academy
Advanced post-surgical education for licensed healthcare professionals — built on 33 years of clinical practice and the patented Sotelo-Paz Technique.
Who we are and what makes us different
Post-Surgery and Fibrosis Academy was created with a different vision of professional education. Post-surgery treatment is not simply an extension of an aesthetic service, nor is it a single technique. It is a specialized field that requires understanding the surgical process, tissue response, recovery stages, appropriate protocols, and professional responsibility. Our education is not built around trends or isolated techniques. It is built on decades of clinical practice, more than 1,500 documented cases (many of which you can view in our Instagram gallery), and methods and protocols repeatedly applied and refined through real patient outcomes.
The Academy is founded on the clinical work of Marian Sotelo-Paz, LMT, LDT, MMP, MMM, CHHT (USA), Dermato-Functional Kinesiologist (ARG), Creator of the U.S.-Patented Post-Surgery Drainage Sotelo-Paz Technique®, Creator of the U.S.-Patented Sotelo-Paz Technique for Fibrosis Treatment and Soft Tissue Mobilization®.
Her work includes developing specialized treatment protocols and a clinical classification of five distinct types of post-liposuction fibrosis, described within her patented methodology.
This experience has led patients worldwide to seek specialized treatment; more than 200 patient testimonials are available on our YouTube channel, and it has become the foundation of an educational model with one clear purpose: to develop professionals who understand post-surgical treatment as a true specialization—not simply an additional service.
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What You'll Learn
Advanced education for professionals working with post-surgical clients.
The Post-Surgery and Fibrosis Academy brings together specialized knowledge, clinical reasoning, manual techniques, and professional treatment principles designed to help licensed healthcare professionals better understand the post-surgical process and work with greater confidence, structure, and purpose.
Understand how tissues change throughout recovery and why timing matters when selecting an appropriate approach.
Post-Surgical Tissue Response
Learn the factors associated with the development of post-liposuction fibrosis and the principles used to reduce unnecessary tissue stress during recovery.
Fibrosis Prevention
Advanced Manual Techniques
Build hands-on skills for working with post-surgical tissue using structured, non-invasive manual methods.
Marian Sotelo-Paz
Develop a deeper understanding of lymphatic pathways, drainage principles, pressure, direction, rhythm, and manual application.
Lymphatic Drainage Principles
Strengthen clinical observation and reasoning to recognize tissue changes and determine an appropriate treatment approach.
Fibrosis Assessment & Treatment Planning
Professional Clinical Judgment
Learn to recognize indications, contraindications, limitations, referral considerations, and the importance of working within professional scope.
Explore our courses
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MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE
Manual Lymphatic Drainage - The Vodder Method is a specialized hands-on course designed for massage therapist. Students learn the principles, indications, contraindications and complete 35-step sequence of Manual Lymphatic Drainage, with emphasis on proper pressure, rhythm, direction, hand placement and lymphatic pathways.
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POST-SURGERY DRAINAGE AND FIBROSIS PREVENTION
Post-Surgery Drainage and Fibrosis Prevention is a specialized course designed for massage therapists working with clients after plastic surgery. Students learn the principles of post-surgery drainage, tissue response, treatment timing, contraindications, and key strategies used to support proper recovery and reduce the risk of fibrosis. The course combines professional instruction with clinical guidance to promote safe, structured, and effective post-surgery treatments.
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FIBROSIS CORRECTION
Fibrosis Correction is an advanced course designed for massage therapists seeking a deeper understanding of post-liposuction fibrosis and its manual correction. Students learn how to assess tissue changes, recognize different fibrosis presentations, determine treatment difficulty, and apply appropriate non-invasive manual techniques according to the condition and stage of the tissue. The course combines clinical reasoning, professional instruction, and practical guidance for a safe and structured approach to fibrosis correction.
Professional Training
Academy courses are reserved for qualified, licensed healthcare professionals.
Before receiving access to registration and payment, applicants must submit their professional credentials for verification.
Courses are provided for educational and professional development purposes only. They do not grant professional licensure, expand scope of practice, or authorize restricted procedures.
Discover advanced courses, professional manuals, workshops, seminars, clinical documentation resources, and specialized training designed to support professionals throughout their development in Post-Surgery Treatments, Fibrosis Prevention and Correction.
Once approved, you will receive enrollment instructions and a private link to complete registration.
Course Access & Completion Standards
Professional education requires more than simply viewing course material.
Students are given 90 days from enrollment to complete all required course content and applicable assessments. Knowledge checks and examinations reinforce learning, identify areas needing further review, and confirm understanding of the concepts presented.
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90-Day Course Access
Complete all required lessons and course requirements within 90 days of enrollment.
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70% Minimum Passing Score
A minimum score of 70% is required for successful completion of applicable examinations.
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Up to 3 Examination Attempts
Additional review time is provided between unsuccessful attempts to encourage meaningful study before retesting.
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Learning-Focused Assessments
Students can review correct answers and educational explanations designed to reinforce professional understanding.
Our Educational Philosophy
The Post-Surgery and Fibrosis Academy believes that professional education should promote meaningful learning—not simply satisfy a requirement. Assessments are designed to help students understand the material, apply the concepts presented, and demonstrate successful completion of the learning objectives.
THE ACADEMY LEARNING PATH
Build Your Education One Level at a Time
The Post-Surgery and Fibrosis Academy is designed as a progressive professional learning environment.
Core courses establish the knowledge and clinical foundations required for more focused subjects. As students progress, additional specialized classes and advanced training opportunities may become available based on completed coursework, professional qualifications, and the prerequisites established for each program.
This structure allows professionals to build their education progressively — from foundational principles to increasingly specialized and advanced applications.
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FOUNDATION
Core principles, safety, tissue response and essential techniques.
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SPECIALIZATION
Focused classes that deepen knowledge in specific post-surgical subjects.
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ADVANCED TRAINING
More complex assessment, clinical reasoning and specialized professional applications.
Completion of one course may qualify a student to enroll in additional Academy training; unless expressly stated otherwise, additional courses or add-on classes require separate enrollment and tuition.
LEARN FROM CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Marian Sotelo-Paz
Founder & Lead Instructor
Post-Surgery and Fibrosis Academy
With over thirty years of clinical experience, Marian Sotelo-Paz has dedicated her career to post-surgical treatments, lymphatic drainage, and managing tissue changes that occur after plastic surgery.
Her educational programs are designed based on years of hands-on clinical experience, documented patient cases, professional training, and the practical challenges faced when working with post-surgical tissue.
Through the Academy, she brings this wealth of experience into a structured learning environment aimed at enhancing clinical knowledge, manual skills, treatment reasoning, and responsible professional practice.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Admission & Eligibility
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Academy programs are designed for qualified licensed healthcare professionals. Eligibility may vary by course based on the subject matter, professional requirements, and applicable scope-of-practice considerations.
Professional credentials must be verified before enrollment is approved.
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Credential verification helps ensure that Academy programs are provided to professionals with an appropriate educational or licensing background for the subject being taught.
It also supports the Academy's commitment to responsible professional education and appropriate scope of practice.
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No. Submission of professional credentials allows the Academy to evaluate eligibility but does not guarantee admission.
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Yes. Qualified professionals practicing outside the United States may apply.
Applicants must provide sufficient information for the Academy to verify their professional license, registration, certification, or other applicable credentials in their jurisdiction.
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No.
Academy programs provide professional education and training. They do not grant a professional license, expand an existing scope of practice, or authorize a student to perform a service or procedure that is restricted by applicable law or professional regulation.
Course Access
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Students have 90 days from the date of enrollment to complete all required course material and applicable assessments.
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The access period begins on the date of enrollment unless a different start date is specifically stated for the course.
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No.
Enrollment and course access are issued only to the approved student and may not be shared, transferred, sold or assigned to another person.
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No.
Student accounts and educational access are individual and non-transferable.
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No.
Courses are provided as training and are not downloadable.
In addition all courses, images ana material is subject to copyright.
Continuing Education
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Some Academy courses may qualify for Continuing Education credit.
CE hours and approval information will be displayed only on courses for which such credit is officially applicable.
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No.
A course should be considered approved for Continuing Education credit only when applicable CE information is specifically displayed for that course.
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Continuing Education acceptance varies by profession, licensing authority and jurisdiction.
Students are responsible for confirming whether a course meets the requirements of their own licensing or regulatory authority.
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Yes. Qualified professionals practicing outside the United States may apply.
Applicants must provide sufficient information for the Academy to verify their professional license, registration, certification, or other applicable credentials in their jurisdiction.
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Not necessarily.
Licensing and renewal requirements vary by profession and jurisdiction. Even when a course is approved for Continuing Education credit, students are responsible for confirming that the course is accepted by their own licensing or regulatory authority and that it applies toward their specific renewal requirements.
Clinical Training
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Some Academy programs include real-patient clinical demonstrations.
The number and type of demonstrations included will be identified in the applicable course description.
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No.
Academy courses are designed to combine professional knowledge, clinical reasoning and practical application appropriate to the subject being taught.
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No.
Students remain responsible for determining whether any technique or service falls within their professional scope of practice and jurisdiction.
Enrollment & Payment
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Begin by reviewing the course information and submitting your professional credentials for verification.
Once approved, you will receive instructions and a private link to complete payment and enrollment.
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Academy courses requiring Verified Professional Admission are not offered through unrestricted public enrollment.
Professional eligibility is confirmed before access to registration and payment is provided.
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Payment is completed after your professional credentials have been approved and you receive your enrollment instructions.
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Digital course sales are subject to the Academy's Terms of Use and applicable refund policy.
Students should review the Academy Policies before completing enrollment.
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Course Policies, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use are available through the Academy Policies page.
Assessments & Completion
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Courses may include knowledge checks, assessments and examinations depending upon the program.
These are designed as part of the learning process and help confirm understanding of the material presented.
Where a graded examination is required, students must achieve a minimum score of 70%.
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For courses requiring an examination, students are permitted up to three attempts in accordance with Academy Course Policies.
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The course will be considered not successfully completed.
A Certificate of Completion will not be issued, and applicable Continuing Education credit will not be reported, until the course has been successfully completed according to Academy requirements.
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Where offered, a Certificate of Completion is issued after all applicable course requirements have been successfully completed.
A Certificate of Completion documents education completed through the Academy; it does not grant professional licensure or expand scope of practice.
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Previous professional experience is valuable, but Academy prerequisites are based on the educational progression required for each program.
Where a foundational Academy course is required before advanced training, prior experience does not automatically replace that prerequisite unless the Academy specifically approves an alternative pathway.
The Academy Learning Path
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Most are.
The Academy is developing a progressive educational system in which foundational courses support more specialized and advanced training.
Certain advanced classes may require completion of designated prerequisite courses.
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Add-on classes are focused educational programs that explore specific subjects in greater depth than may be appropriate within a larger core course.
They may address individual techniques, clinical considerations, specialized topics or advanced applications.
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Not unless specifically stated.
Completion of a course may make a student eligible for additional training, but separate courses and add-on classes generally require separate enrollment and tuition.
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For certain programs, yes.
Where prerequisite training is required, the applicable course page will clearly identify the requirement.
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Post-surgical education involves subjects that build upon one another.
The progressive structure allows students to establish a strong foundation before moving into more complex assessment, clinical reasoning, tissue conditions and advanced professional applications.
Technical & Student Support
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Approved students access Academy online programs through the Academy's private educational platform.
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Specific technical requirements, if any, will be identified before enrollment. Students are responsible for maintaining a suitable internet connection and compatible device for online study.
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Students experiencing technical or account-access problems may contact the Academy for assistance.