hi there guys
I'm very new to this forum - I only signed up about 2-3 mins ago.

- to the point: I need advice on hair transplant surgery from folks that have done this and that can recommend someone they trust and that has done a good job (either on them or someone they know).

I arrived here by reading a post from '02 that came up in a search on Google. I'm very glad I did, because this forum seems to have a whole bunch of good and honest guys (that don't have any agenda to push or any incentive to market a certain doctor).

As you can tell - I'm in the middle of my research which is the most important part of this whole procedure.

I CAN'T TELL HOW MUCH I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY THOUGHTS OR COMMENTS.

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Bosley and MHR?
Seems lots of folks are not for a transplant with these guys.

What are the options? I'm willing to make the trip for a good surgeon ... any thoughts?


I only had 1 initial visit with someone at MHR. Not too thrilled with what I was shown. I saw a picture of a young man like myself in the photos and the hairline pictured was rather ... coarse to say the least - looked like a wire brush rather than a natural hairline.
You know how it is when it's bald and then thick coarse hairs jump out forming a rather weird look.

What's the best way to achieve a natural hairline? How big of a role does the surgeon play? Is this "Varigrafting" real (by the way this is what I searched on that brought me here :-) - meaning does Varigrafting really take into consideration the angle/thickness/length of a hair before "planting it"?

As you can see I have lots of questions.


Thank you so much - it means a lot to me just to be able to talk about this.

Looking forward to some thoughts on this.

hi there guys
I'm very new to this forum - I only signed up about 2-3 mins ago.

- to the point: I need advice on hair transplant surgery from folks that have done this and that can recommend someone they trust and that has done a good job (either on them or someone they know).

I arrived here by reading a post from '02 that came up in a search on Google. I'm very glad I did, because this forum seems to have a whole bunch of good and honest guys (that don't have any agenda to push or any incentive to market a certain doctor).

As you can tell - I'm in the middle of my research which is the most important part of this whole procedure.

I CAN'T TELL HOW MUCH I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY THOUGHTS OR COMMENTS.

**********
Bosley and MHR?
Seems lots of folks are not for a transplant with these guys.

What are the options? I'm willing to make the trip for a good surgeon ... any thoughts?


I only had 1 initial visit with someone at MHR. Not too thrilled with what I was shown. I saw a picture of a young man like myself in the photos and the hairline pictured was rather ... coarse to say the least - looked like a wire brush rather than a natural hairline.
You know how it is when it's bald and then thick coarse hairs jump out forming a rather weird look.

What's the best way to achieve a natural hairline? How big of a role does the surgeon play? Is this "Varigrafting" real (by the way this is what I searched on that brought me here :-) - meaning does Varigrafting really take into consideration the angle/thickness/length of a hair before "planting it"?

As you can see I have lots of questions.


Thank you so much - it means a lot to me just to be able to talk about this.

Looking forward to some thoughts on this.

This is mini-micro grafting.

Stay away from chain HT mills as you are taking a chance with your results.

It is IMPOSSIBLE to produce consistant results, pay for enormous marketing, have a revolving door of doctors, over-charge patients and still be ensured that your best interests are FIRST.

Take Care,
J

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stay away for them

HT TIPS

Don't ever let travel be a major factor, ever. You will fly to the ends of the earth to get it repaired. Believe me I have read the stories & seen the pictures. Many pick up 1/2 your airfare & put you up for 2 nights. You can consult with these doctors by phone or email. I think phoning will get you better response. Have all your questions written down to get as much answered as possible. Take some good clear pictures from all angles & have them loaded into your computer to send to doctor before you talk about ht.
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"The True Wisdom in Making a Decision about a HT is Knowing What to Accept not Just What to Expect."

Dr Hasson & Dr Wong - Vancouver, Canada - Strip
Dr Feller - Great Neck, NY ??“ USA ??“ Strip & FUE
Dr Cole - Atlanta, GA ??“ USA ??“ Strip & FIT
Dr Wolf - Cincinnati, Ohio ??“ USA ??“ Strip & FUE
Dr Ron Shapiro - Bloomington, MN ??“ USA - Strip
Dr Armani - Toronto, Canada ??“ Strip & FUE
Dr Rahal ??“ Ottawa, Canada ??“ Strip & FUE

Research, Research, Research

Oh - that's what i was saying. I'm willing to travel for this. Do doctors setup their patients with overnight accomodations and travel arrangements for them to use their services? Is this common?

It seems like Dr. Shapiro shows up every once in a while in the research i do.

Has anyone had a procedure done with him? Most things that i read around about him are praising his work.

I'm looking for someone that has had this doctor work on him - or any other doctor that i can get 1st hand testimony about.

Thanks guys

Have you actually had the procedures at the end of your post (signature) performed by Dr. Shapiro?

If so, could you tell me how the whole experience was - pre and post. Are you satisfied with the results? Does your hairline look natural - or close?

Thanks bud

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b spot went to dr shapiro. i went to dr hasson. this post shows my story.
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http://www.hairlosshelp.net/forums/m...threadid=45296

smarius -
It's not alawys about who is best but what is best for you.
IM (not so) HO. Dr. Shapiro, because he plays Chess, thinking two steps ahead.He educates before not after. Not to discount the other coalition Drs.
I think Bill is the one to talk to about patient education. He hit's every nail. If you get by him your good to go.

Aquarius - i'm not really sure what you're saying

..IM(not so) HO. Dr. Shapiro - what does that mean?

I'm sorry it seems like i don't have the lingo down just yet.

Also - Who's Bill?

In My not so Humble Opinion.
Bill is a senior member that goes through everything from heredity ,expectations, risks,acceptance, etc. Kind of like a pre consult.. consult.
The difference is he has no agenda.
Keep researching. It might save your life.