Senior Member the B spot Posted August 31, 2005 Senior Member Share Posted August 31, 2005 OK Gents! I finally took the plunge and set up surgery date (mid-Sept) with Dr. Shapiro. I will be posting my pre-op photos along with during surgery photos as well. I have stood in the shadows watching this community grow and evolve without too much interaction. Through this I have come to the conclusion that money and fear of the actual surgery is what holds most of us back. It is my hope that my experiences will help make the decision easier for all, regardless of age or finances. I am scheduled for 3000 FUT procedure and I cannot wait. So, without further eloquence, I will post my pre-ops soon and follow with others. Cheers!!!! Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted August 31, 2005 Author Senior Member Share Posted August 31, 2005 OK Gents! I finally took the plunge and set up surgery date (mid-Sept) with Dr. Shapiro. I will be posting my pre-op photos along with during surgery photos as well. I have stood in the shadows watching this community grow and evolve without too much interaction. Through this I have come to the conclusion that money and fear of the actual surgery is what holds most of us back. It is my hope that my experiences will help make the decision easier for all, regardless of age or finances. I am scheduled for 3000 FUT procedure and I cannot wait. So, without further eloquence, I will post my pre-ops soon and follow with others. Cheers!!!! Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Nashville Kat Posted September 1, 2005 Regular Member Share Posted September 1, 2005 Good luck spot!! You have made a great decision with Dr. Shapiro and will not be sorry!!! Please keep us posted with progress. Nashville Kat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted September 1, 2005 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 1, 2005 Thanx Cat. I will be posting some pictures soon. Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted September 6, 2005 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 6, 2005 Front Shot Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted September 6, 2005 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 6, 2005 Top Shot. Notice I just keep my head shaved at this point to avoid the aggravation of actually trying to comb my hair. Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Smoothy Posted September 16, 2005 Senior Member Share Posted September 16, 2005 Best decision you could make-- Shapiro is great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted September 22, 2005 Author Senior Member Share Posted September 22, 2005 Thanks Smoothy I originally was set for Sept 13th, but when I arrived, I ended up talking to Dr. Shapiro for three hours about how to approach my hairloss. We eventually decided to go with 2000 or more the first time, and then another 2000 or more for the second one. So, the Dr. graciously made room on Oct. 7th for my first procedure. I would like to say that Dr. Shapiro is a human being first, and a doctor second. After meeting him in person, his reputation for being truly caring and understanding was certainly no lie. I was amazed that after doing thousands of HT's he was genuinely excited to perform mine, and enthusiastically prescribed a treatment program. I am more sure of this than I have ever been in my life. I will update after I get back. Cheers! Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Nashville Kat Posted September 22, 2005 Regular Member Share Posted September 22, 2005 You have found what is truly great about this network. Sound advice backed up with real life experiences. You will be thrilled with the results that you will get with Dr. Shapiro and I think he gave you wise counsel on breaking your treatment program down into 2 surgeries. This will work best for you and you will end up with a more overall pleasing look that way. Good luck and keep us posted as you go. Nashville Kat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted October 9, 2005 Author Senior Member Share Posted October 9, 2005 THE DEED IS DONE! I am so elated right now, I can barely describe it! I was so nervous going into surgery, but I ended up having so much fun with Dr. Shapiro and his EXCELLENT staff, it was a breeze!!!! Oh yeah, and the sweetest bonus... we were shooting for 2000 to 2500 and ended up with 3100+!!!!!!! Plus, Pat stopped by to check out the procedure, so I got to meet him as well. On Sat. I went back for my checkup and wash, and lo and behold, several of the worlds finest HT doc's were there to observe Dr. Shapiro in action. Needless to say I got to rub some elbows, and I let the doc's examine my now non bald dome Anyway back to the surgery.... the doc had decided to go conservative for the 1st one and then really attack my hairline on the 2nd one. Imagine my surprise when the technicians started going ga-ga over my doner density!!!!! When the doc asked where they were at they said 2800 and counting!!!!!!! Holy Sh@t!!! I had long given up hope that my crown would ever be touched, but now it looks as if I might get into 45fu sqcm in the front (after HT #2), and have some left over for the crown!!! Guys, I have been shaving my head for five years now and did not realize that I had lost most of my lateral humps. I was a NW6, but all of that's changed now baby!!!!!!!!! By the way, I would like to thank Pat for taking the time to stop and talk while I was in the chair. I really apprieciated someone with the knowledge he has, taking a look at my procedure and expressing his extreme approval over donor closure and graft placement. Thanks again Pat. PS. I know I hate when new people push a doctor, but at least try to have a consult with Shapiro. He gives you the straight shit, without the hot air. Cheers Mates!!!! pictures to follow. Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Robert_ Posted October 9, 2005 Senior Member Share Posted October 9, 2005 B spot, Great to hear that you had a great experience, though it is not really a surprise. A post detailing the events of the conference will be up soon. I only wish I could have been there to meet you and "rub some elbows" of my own. Now all you have to do is sit back and relax, man. You have a calm couple of months in front of you and then the REAL fun begins! Happy growing! -Robert ------------------------------ Check out the results of my surgical hair restoration performed by Dr. Jerry Cooley by visiting my Hair Loss Weblog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted October 10, 2005 Author Senior Member Share Posted October 10, 2005 Thanks Robert Go Cubs! 6721 transplanted grafts 13,906 hairs Performed by Dr. Ron Shapiro Dr. Ron Shapiro and Dr. Paul Shapiro are members of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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