Regular Member mil Posted January 26, 2007 Regular Member Share Posted January 26, 2007 I just got back from NY and Dr Epstein. I really liked him, his staff,what he said, everything. when we were discussing procedures,FUs, I had alot of knowledge and he seemed a bit surprised. That's because of this website. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mil Posted January 26, 2007 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 26, 2007 I just got back from NY and Dr Epstein. I really liked him, his staff,what he said, everything. when we were discussing procedures,FUs, I had alot of knowledge and he seemed a bit surprised. That's because of this website. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member nobuzz4me Posted January 26, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 26, 2007 Way to go mil! Every perspective patient should be armed with knowledge well before jumping into this. A lot of us wish these sites were around 20 years ago! Knowledge is power Good luck, NoBuzz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Salt-N-Peppa Posted January 26, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 26, 2007 Exactly. I was very lucky when I found this site by trolling around on the net. Lucky, because I could have easily gone with my first Doctor I consulted with that emphatically told me 1600FU's would cover my NW5+ without a problem. The wealth of info on this forum prevented me from making a poor choice. Information is good! HT#1 4944FU 23May06-Hasson HT#2 1960FU 16Jan07- Hasson 6904 Total FU, 13160 Hairs 2184-1's, 3184-2's, 1536-3's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted January 26, 2007 Share Posted January 26, 2007 Mil, I'm glad that your consultation with Dr. Epstein went well and that you were "armed" with knowledge. Since your post states "my decision" does this mean Dr. Epstein will be doing your surgery? Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member rjvw Posted January 27, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2007 Mil, I just had my HT with Dr. Epstein on the 17th. I could not be happier. I'm looking forward to getting great results. Please feel free to write me if I can answer any questions you may have. Also, I have posted photos under My Photos / Updated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MrJobi Posted January 27, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2007 Good Luck Rjvw Now it's the waiting game!! I have my 3rd HT & final scheduled for March hope to get around 2000 or so for a total of about 5000 HT's... Bill , you are a couple months ahead of me in healing .. DOH! JOBI 1417 FUT - Dr. True 1476 FUT - Dr. True 2124 FUT - Dr. True 604 FUE - Dr. True My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor. Total - 5621 FU's uncut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mil Posted January 27, 2007 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2007 I'm excited and relieved with my decision especially after reviewing notes from other consults. I could have gotten into some problems with my former lack of knowledge! I just have to decide if a Thursday or Fri is better.I need to look ok by Mon.(1500) Opinions? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member rjvw Posted January 27, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2007 Mil, Go with Thursday. I swelled up over the weekend but by Monday I looked fine. An extra day will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted January 28, 2007 Share Posted January 28, 2007 Mil, Good luck with your procedure. You have chosen a fine doctor. Thursday is always a safe day...each surgery I had, it was on a Thursday...gives you an extended weekend to heal a bit. Mrjb, By the time you get your third HT, I'll be at about 5 months...so hopefully I'll have some actual results by then . You will be in good hands. rjvw, I'm glad you are happy with your procedure thus far. As Mrjb said...now all you have to do is heal and wait for the results. It's hard, but it's a lovely ride once the growth starts. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MrJobi Posted January 28, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 28, 2007 Right on Bill The way I look at the recovery time is " From this point on I'm re gowing hair and not losing." Since I've had 2 ht's in the last 2 years it's been a fun ride I'm ready for #3!! Bill you are going to have a thick head of hair my friend... Just thnk the last time you could say that !!!! Hooray!! JOBI 1417 FUT - Dr. True 1476 FUT - Dr. True 2124 FUT - Dr. True 604 FUE - Dr. True My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor. Total - 5621 FU's uncut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mil Posted January 29, 2007 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 29, 2007 I just booked my procedure for April 26th! A friend is supposed to pick me up but if not, I was told I don't have to have sedation so I can take the train home by myself. Anyone not have sedation? Any pain? Opinions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member irish homer Posted January 29, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 29, 2007 Mil, well done booking your Ht. I had 2 procedures without any sedation at all. no big problem, just be sure to take the pain meds before any pain kicks in and not to wait till you are already feeling the pain. IH HT2 2570 grafts Dr Feller HT 2350 grafts Dr Epstein Finax 1mg per day nizoral 2% 3/week MSM 3000 mg / day TOTAL GRAFTS 4920 http://hair-restoration-info.com/eve/forums?a=albumtopic&TOPIC_OID=6751014913&f=2566060861 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member HK500 Posted January 29, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted January 29, 2007 I had no sedation either on both my HT's, just gave me valium to relax me before and the local of course, but never had real pain after the local wore off, never needed to even take a Tylenol. My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Siporin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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