This may be a lame FNG question but I am trying to plot out worst case scenarios as I prepare for my HT. I am going with Feller, Bernstein, or Dorin depending on how the January consults go so I have done some homework.

Hypothetically, if things go wrong post transplant surgery (e.g. massive infection, all of my hair falls out, debiliting illness brought on by surgery, hospitalization, etc), who foots the bill? I am speaking in the context that I would follow all post-op directions to the letter and do everything I am supposed to do correctly. Is the doctor responsible in any way, shape, or form OR am I am on my own (hoping my HMO will cover it)?

Does anyone have any experience with, or knowledge of, really, really bad surgery related problems and what the ultimate resolutions were?

your hmo would have to cover it if it is health related no matter how ie. accident,natural causes etc. Try and take it easy your choosing from great docs.

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Dr Hasson 2-08

Good question but I am no lawyer. I would imagine if it is a "mistake" on the docs side they would be but they do have you sign a waiver of some sort. HT is a minor surgery so the chances for a disaster is minimal. Just follow directions and you should be fine.. I hd 3 of them without any issues.

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JOBI

1417 FUT - Dr. True
1476 FUT - Dr. True
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My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor.

Total - 5621 FU's uncut!

Example of patients error :

I know of 2 cases where patient where responsible for less regrowth.

1. Hit the head while getting in the car immediately after surgery

2. Hit the crown on a low level ceiling 1 day after surgery.

Both patient lost some grafts immediately. It was not possible to place them again because they where contaminated and of course long dried out.

Althoug both patient lost grafts it did not affect the result in a visible way.

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Consultant-co owner Prohairclinic (FUE only) in Belgium, Dr. De Reys.

You will be signing a waiver before your surgery which will protect your chosen doctor from any liability. You or your insurance will be responsible for any medical bills.

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HT #1: Karamikian Unknown # of grafts Sept.2006

HT#2 Nov.23rd, 2007
Dr.Feller
Almost 3200 grafts via strip

HT#3 April 2010
Fue 200/side into temple points

HT#4 February 2011

My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Feller

P.S. If your growth is negligible, and your surgeon agrees things went horribly wrong, a reputable doc may take mercy and work with you to get things right. But there are no guarantees. Make sure you read the waiver (get it in advance if you're that concerned as you will likely not read through it day of surgery) and if you can't live with it, walk away.

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HT #1: Karamikian Unknown # of grafts Sept.2006

HT#2 Nov.23rd, 2007
Dr.Feller
Almost 3200 grafts via strip

HT#3 April 2010
Fue 200/side into temple points

HT#4 February 2011

My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Feller

First, you should follow the post-op instructions, as you said. Second, don't cut or burn the scalp. I know that that sounds like a silly thing to have to say, but some guys might not think of UV damage affectting growth, etc.

As far as bills... Your surgeon is probably not going to charge you for basic follow-up stuff (removing sutures/staples, check ups, etc.).

If you have reasonable concerns about the results, most top clinics address these even if they are unrelated to the surgery/technique. It is only right to take care of patients and, furthermore, from a business standpoint, good patient care means more referrals.

If you get very sick as a result of the surgery (which is unlikely!!), it obviously helps if you have a primary care doctor and health insurance. Just remember that signing a consent form is not signing away your rights. If you become ill due to negligence (I believe) you can pursue the issue legally. BTW, I am not an attorney so anybody who is can correct me here. Anyhow, if you are going to a good clinic, do not worry too much about the what-ifs. Like I said, becoming ill from a HT, while possible, is far fetched.

I believe all the docs you mentioned are ethical and good at what they do! Don't worry. Just be sensible with post-op stuff.

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Notice: I am an employee of Dr. Paul Rose who is recommended on this community. I am not a doctor. My opinions are not necessarily those of Dr. Rose. My advice is not medical advice.

Dr. Rose is a member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians.

MRJB- Will you PUUlease stop refering to this as minor surgery before you gain my attention. You are doing a severe misservice to newbees that believe it.
If you would like me to download grafic pictures everytime you slap someone on the back and say "no worries" . I will.
Why don't you preface that with " IMO " followed by I was lucky and there are NO GAURANTEEs (sp ) .

Good question,

It sounds like you have chosen three great Docs which right there minimizes your risk greatly. Any surgery has its risks but if you follow your post op instructions and take it easy for a few weeks, your chances for a nice recovery are very good.

Any post op infection is easy to control with antibiotics.

Aquarius, I agree, an HT is no walk in the park, but it's also not open heart surgery, so in the grand scheme of things, it is a relatively minor surgery.

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HT #1: Karamikian Unknown # of grafts Sept.2006

HT#2 Nov.23rd, 2007
Dr.Feller
Almost 3200 grafts via strip

HT#3 April 2010
Fue 200/side into temple points

HT#4 February 2011

My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Feller