Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 14, 2009 Regular Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 Hi, I guess this kind of question comes up quite a bit. I'm from the UK, I've had a quote for ??3000 from:- http://www.thehospitalgroup.org Obviously I want the job to be as good as possible, but money is an object as always Are these guys any good? Would I be better off flying to America? HM My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member T.C Posted June 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 Dont go near these people as they have a bad rep and I am sure others will warn you also.Their are lots of butchers doing HT and alot of them are in "BRITAIN". Also if you dont have the funds to go with a good doctor just delay and save up because its not worth the emotional and physical trauma to risk going with an unknown hack.HT results are very variable so its important to go to the best by researching for many months.In europe the best place is Belgium where there are a few good docs like feriduni,bisanga,mwamba.Or you could travel the pond if you can afford it!!.research!!. HT 2006/7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 14, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 Thanks for the warning I was almost about to book! Just found the quote they gave me, has 2 profiles attached, Dr Julian Goldstone and Dr Peter Williams. Who did you go with? Are you happy with your results? HM My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member dub09 Posted June 14, 2009 Regular Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 Couldn't agree with TC more! I am from Ireland and would have went to a poor HT doctor here if I hadn't found this website. I did a lot of research and narrowed my search down to a number of doctors. Farjo in Manchester looked good, Feller in NY looks really good and Rahal in Canada seems quality. I also looked at Devroye in Belgium but eventually settled for Feriduni in Belgium. From forum members on here and pics I've seen he does really good hairlines. Even though they say travel should not be an issue I think that Belgian Doc's (Feriduni and Devroye) are as good as US/Canada docs. Will hopefully be able to confirm this this time next year!! My Hair Loss Web Site - Hair Transplant with Dr. Feriduni Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Ron J Posted June 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 if $ is dictating which dr. you go to & how many grafts you get, then quite honestly I would wait until it's not. Delicately helping those fragile souls who suffer from hair loss, w/motherly nourishment & care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member T.C Posted June 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 No probs here to help, These 2 docs are not known in the hairtransplant industry like many British doctors.If you cant see a portfolio of honest clear pictures of fully grown out patients like the best HT doctors here show stay clear because its toooooo risky.At least you came here and you can eliminate alot of the unknown risk by choosing someone good.Just do a search on this site under the hospital group and their are a few negative threads.One of their doctors a few years back called Greaves was struck off for falsifying his quals.HG They should stick to botox and lipo!!!.I made a mistake also by going to DHI for FUE because I didnt research and luckily got away with it but didnt get the density or hairline I wanted but I intend going to Brussels when I have enough funds and getting the gaps filled and hairline tinkered with.Also HT industry is pretty unregulated in that any doctor can do it but I would say only about roughly 20 in the world are good at it!!.Dont rush in and believe the bull some clinics feed you and you will make the right choice HunkyMonkey.And if they tell you they have a special offers run fast. HT 2006/7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 14, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 Thanks guys, looks like you've saved me from a horrible transplant experience My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member El Nino Posted June 14, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 14, 2009 Welcome HM, You are really lucky you've found this site and didn't go to them hacks known as The Hospital Group here in the UK. Research is the key, travel and cost should not be a factor. Hope this helps, if you have any questions just ask. My Hair Loss Website - Two HTs with Dr. Rahal and SMP at HIS Hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 15, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 15, 2009 I don't think I'll ever be able to afford Feller unfortunately. I've had a couple of surgeons estimate I'll need between 2800 and 3000 grafts. By Fellers costs page that'd be $11,750 I've got a quote for $10,100 from Rahal... In an ideal world money would be no object. But I'm guessing that there won't be much difference in the end result from the top 5 or 6 surgeons in the world. But there will probably be a considerable difference in price. Like you said, research, research... HM My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member El Nino Posted June 15, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 15, 2009 Hi HM, If you look long enough you will see the top docs have different methods and approaches which means their results don't look the same. Is Dr. Rahal's quote in Canadian Dollars? My Hair Loss Website - Two HTs with Dr. Rahal and SMP at HIS Hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member hairthere Posted June 15, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 15, 2009 hm, while price shouldn't dictate your decision alone, i will say the quotes you received from feller and rahal are about the average you can expect to pay to get surgery with any top doctor. as you have already been warned, going with anything less than a top doctor can end in disaster. my advice is to wait longer if need be and save more money. it will be worth it in the long run. a cheaply done ht will result in you spending even more money to get it fixed. I am the owner/operator of AHEAD INK a Scalp Micropigmentation Company in Fort Lee, New Jersey. www.aheadink.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted June 15, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 15, 2009 Did you call up Dr. Feller and ask him if he could help you out? The worst that happens is he says no. You never will know unless you ask. These are tough economic times and I know many clinics have responded to those in need of a break. It never hurts to ask for a stand-by or even just a simple break on the cost. I work with people all the time to find the right fit within a budget --which includes expensive airfare, etc....obviously this is a business, but never be afraid to ask for some help---most people come in plunk down a credit card or cash and never really bother with the cost--for others it is huge issue. Take Care, Jason 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 stamos Posted June 16, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 16, 2009 Originally posted by HunkyMonkey:But I'm guessing that there won't be much difference in the end result from the top 5 or 6 surgeons in the world. HM This could be a separate topic, but since it is posted, I have to say that from the few things that I know that far, I tend to agree. What do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 16, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 16, 2009 So far I've requested quotes from Farjo, Feller, Rahal, Devroye, Feriduni, Shapiro and Kulahci. Only Rahal has got back to me so far... El - I converted it to USD for the example HM My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member the B spot Posted June 16, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 16, 2009 Hunky-- please send your information to my email directly at jason@shapiromedical.com I will make sure you are contacted shortly. Take Care, Jason 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...
Bill - Seemiller Posted June 17, 2009 Share Posted June 17, 2009 So far I've requested quotes from Farjo, Feller, Rahal, Devroye, Feriduni, Shapiro and Kulahci. Only Rahal has got back to me so far... Hunky, I see that your research has led you to consult with a number of excellent surgeons. Personally, I'd trust my scalp to any of the ones you mentioned. In my opinion, if you don't hear back from clinics in a few days, give them a call on the phone. Some clinics aren't as good at responding to emails as others might be. You can also do a free virtual consult with any of the above doctors you mentioned and more by using our virtual consult form. Continue your research and select the doctor that you are the most impressed with. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 17, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 17, 2009 Update: I've heard back from Feller, Shapiro, Farjo and Devroye now as well. Prices have all been pretty much the same so far Why couldn't I have done this last year when the pound was still strong HM My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 17, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 17, 2009 Transmed ( Dr Melike Kulahci ) have got back to me now, the price is much more acceptable, but now that has me worried I found her because I liked the look of:- http://www.hairtransplantnetwo...atientID=338&drid=56 As it seems similar to my situation. Does anyone here have experience with her? HM My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member hairthere Posted June 18, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 18, 2009 Sorry, I have never heard of this doc or her group. i recommend seeing some of their work in person if possible. that's the best way to gauge someone that doesn't have a strong online presence. I am the owner/operator of AHEAD INK a Scalp Micropigmentation Company in Fort Lee, New Jersey. www.aheadink.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TC17 Posted June 18, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 18, 2009 If price is THE deciding factor for you, then I think you should look to Brazil or Thailand because the exchange rate is still very favorable. 4,000 grafts with Dr. Tykocinski in Brazil would cost you about 7,800 pounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member HunkyMonkey Posted June 22, 2009 Author Regular Member Share Posted June 22, 2009 I have to say I'm quite disappointed in the response I've had from Dr Feller. I had an email 2 days after my first contact. I've replied 3 times since and heard nothing (first non answer from the 16th). It seems odd especially after I've read so many recommendations. Maybe it's just me being impatient? HM My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Kulahci Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member PLEASE GROW PLEASE Posted June 22, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 22, 2009 You must not have got the info . Dr Fellers PRP centrifuge malfunctioned so he had to transport a bunch of patients blood to Six Flags to extract the cells with the use of the Gravitron aka spinning floor drop. Give it another day or two Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member thanatopsis_awry Posted June 22, 2009 Senior Member Share Posted June 22, 2009 Hunky, Have these e-mails been w/ Dr. Feller (or Spex) himself? Or have they been to/with Marcia or whomever working the frontline communications at the clinic? ----------- *A Follicles Dying Wish To Clinics* 1 top-down, 1 portrait, 1 side-shot, 1 hairline....4 photos. No flash. Follicles have asked for centuries, in ten languages, as many times so as to confuse a mathematician. Enough is enough! Give me documentation or give me death! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member irish numpty Posted June 23, 2009 Regular Member Share Posted June 23, 2009 Hi Hunkymonkey I believe the guys you have mentioned are world class. I had my HT with Farjos 7 weeks ago and was delighted with the whole experience, see my previous posts for the results. However all the clinics you mentioned are just as good. Before deciding look at their work, there are some brilliant results out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dagober Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 I had my 2nd session done 10 months ago at Hospital Group by Dr.Julian Goldstone and I advice you to stay away from them.I am very disappointed with the results and I wish I had done more research. the results are not NIGHTMARISH like some pictures I've seen but definately shows a poor transplant.since then I've been researching and I think in UK Farjo has really good results. I will probably post a dedicated topic regardin my experience soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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