FutureHTguy Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 Hi Everyone, I'm newbie to this forum...I'm 25 years old, and have been contemplating and researching which HT surgeon to go with for a while now. Living in the So Cal area, I've undergone consultations with a few big name clinics, and most of them have placed me in the norwood 3V-4 category, with at least one physician saying that I am a norwood 5. Right away though, I could tell that these "clinics" were in it strictly for profit, and so I have decided against all of them. My biggest concern for now is my hairline, which has drastically lost it's density and receded in the last 8 months, and since I have a big forehead, it is quite noticeable. I personally do not mind traveling out of the state or even the country to get a procedure done, just as long as the surgeon is the best man fit for the job. And I'm sure this question has been asked at least a million times by new users like myself...but from your own personal experiences, who would be the best physician to help bring back my hairline and it's density? (and a physician that won't leave a noticeable linear scar on the back of my head...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member aaron1234 Posted July 30, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted July 30, 2011 Hey there FutureHTguy. Stick around the forums for a few months and study the blogs of patients, look at the results posted by clinics, and pick about 5 of your favorite surgeons and consult with them all. 25 is a bit young for a HT. Are you on meds? Dr. G: 1,000 grafts (FUT) 2008 Dr. Paul Shapiro: 2,348 grafts (FUT) 2009 ~ 1,999 grafts (FUT) 2011 ~ 300 grafts (Scar Reduction) 2013 Dr. Konior: 771 grafts (FUT) 2015 ~ 558 grafts (FUT) 2017 ~ 1,124 grafts (FUE) 2020 My Hair Transplant Journey with Shapiro Medical Group Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted July 30, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted July 30, 2011 FutureHTguy, Welcome! Going by age alone and not having the benefit of photos, I'm also inclined to say that you are on the young side for hair transplant surgery. It's not difficult to find a physician willing to operate on you regardless of whether or not it's in your best interest. Since you haven't mentioned who the "big name clinics" are that you've consulted with, I couldn't say whether or not you have received honest and ethical opinions. There really is that there is no shortcut to researching hair transplant surgery. I recommend that you start by consulting our interactive map and locating the prescreened quality hair restoration physicians nearest you. We also provide a form for you to schedule free online consultations with the doctors of your choice. You may also find the following articles from our Hair Loss Q&A Blog helpful: Preparing for a Hair Transplant: How to do the Research How to Choose the Right Hair Transplant Doctor for You Above all, participate in this community. Communicate with patients of the doctors that interest you and, if possible, even arrange to meet some in person. Best of luck! David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Atomic Posted July 30, 2011 Senior Member Share Posted July 30, 2011 Futureguy, If you are a candidate for a HT my personal recommendation is Dr. Scott Alexander in Phoenix. He produces the most natural appearing Hairlines with minimal scar time after time. Good luck! Atomic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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