Hello All,

First of all I would like to thank all the wonderful people who post their experiences, reviews, results, and put efforts to share itin this forum. Thanks to publisher (Pat), Moderators (Bill n others). Good work dudes !!

I am losing my hair since 5-6 years and my hairline is thining, temples are receding and hair in crown are becoming less day by day. I have started hating mirrors, digicams, public outings and even bright sunny days ...

After using propecia and rogaine, I have decided to go for a HT. After lot of research, I have finalized on two docs:
1. Dr. Rahal
2. Dr. Feller

Are both the docs top notch? Are the results shown for each of them are genuine and upto the mark (ofcourse with some exceptions and that depends on case by case basis)?

My bald spots are visible and I would like to do hairline, temple and crown work done, so looking for a megasession.

Considering the cost, travel and results, whom should I choose. I do understand that its a lifelong investment, so I am least concerned with travel, cost, but surely concerned about results. I want my same life back. So its a big decision that i have to make.

I would be highly obliged if members in this forum can help me out. I am located in Pennsylvania.

Waiting for your replies. Thanks in advance.
Travel is not a concern

I forgot to mention that I am new on this forum and this is my first post. Although, I read many posts regarding reviews of the surgeons, but still was in two minds. I have a consultation appointment with Dr. Feller on 18th June.

Bill, Pat, Dr. Rahal and Dr. Feller patients, your comments would highly matter to me ... Thanks

Both Dr's are very well respected on this site and have shown very consistent results.

I am scheduled for a procedure with Feller in 4 days (not that I am counting!)

Way to do your research! Good Luck with everything...

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refusetogobald,

Welcome to our discussion forum.

In my opinion, Coalition members Dr. Rahal and Dr. Feller are among the best surgeons in the world and have the track record to prove it. Both have a long history of providing excellent results.

Take your time to research the hair transplant procedure and look through patient and physician posted results on our forum and patient websites.

Consult with all physicians you are considering and if possible, meet some of their patients in person.

I hope this helps get you started :-).

Bill

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I flew from the UK to have a HT with Dr. Rahal and I'm very happy with my result.

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Both Dr Rahal and Dr Feller are top notch doctors. In my opinion they are among the top 5 surgeons in the field today. Consult with both and go with whoever you feel comfortable. Feller is closer to you if travel is an issue. But you cannot go wrong with either.

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Both are excellent surgeons, I personally like Dr. Rahal's hairline design and placement, I also think he is slightly more agressive than Dr. Feller. I suggest you consult with as many HT Dr.'s as possible before making any decisions...


Just a thought from the peanut gallery...

Thanks guys for your replies.

kaounis,

Just out of curiosity, what do you mean when you say 'agressive'? Does it mean that Dr. Rahal transplant more grafts or does a very dense packing of hair grafts ?

On Dr. Feller's website even, I saw mention of densepacking procedures.

Any inputs in this area guys? In the area of
1. Hairlines and
2. Dense packing .... who turns out to be a better choice ? ...

I know its upto me to do this research and decide, but just in case any of you can help ..

Thanks a lot.

It's really whoever you prefer. Run a search and look at the results on this site of both doctor's work. Try to find photos of someone who you think has similar characteristics and loss as yourself. They both perform the same state of the art techniques -- you're choosing among the best of the best.

I don't think you're going to get an answer in terms of one over the other. It's whoever you feel most comfortable with. I would try to talk to the doctor's themselves or to their reps and see who strikes you as the right fit.

I had my transplant with Feller and he's excellent in every way. If I had not gone to Dr. Feller, Dr. Rahal would certainly have been among my top choices.

I had my HT only 6 weeks ago and after years and years decided to go for Dr Feller.

It is such a difficult decision to make and I think once you've recognised the right calibre of surgeons then it just pretty much comes down to a personal preference.

I liked the reviews of Dr Feller on various forums and examples of his work. In addition, I like going to NY so it was something that made me more at ease!