Chaddyboy2 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 I wanted to share the incredible experience I had with Dr. Gabel and his team. Getting a hair transplant was very nerve-wracking because I was afraid of making a mistake. I did a lot of research and consulted with a handful of other doctors. It was important for me to find a doctor that I was confident in doing the procedure but most importantly a doctor that I trusted. After my first consultation with Dr. Gabel, I knew he was the right doctor and I trusted his judgement. I had a lot of questions around all aspects of the procedure; Building natural looking hairline, hair density, FUT vs. FUE, scarring, what to expect appearance wise after procedure, timelines for re-growth, operation details (Pain?, meds, etc). Nothing felt like a bad question and every answer I received was honest, with a well educated recommendation when needed. I couldn't be happier with Dr. Gabel and his team! Dr. Gabel was very transparent with his expectations on what he could accomplish, he was also patient with all of my questions/concerns, and he guided me where I needed to ensure I got my HT done correctly. I can easily say Dr. Gabel is a true expert and someone to trust to get things done correctly....his team and him definitely lived up to my expectations and even exceeded it! Not having hair has been a very personal thing for me and something I have dreamed of fixing for sometime. I am so glad I finally decided to made the decision to get it done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Spanker Posted November 18, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted November 18, 2017 Looking forward to seeing your progress. Congrats. I am an online representative for Dr. Raymond Konior who is an elite member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. View Dr. Konior's Website View Spanker's Website I am not a medical professional and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ejojer9 Posted November 18, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted November 18, 2017 Hey Chaddyboy2, Mind sending me a meesage? I wasn't able to find your message tab. I am considering Gabel and would like to ask you some questions about cost, why you chose Gabel, and such. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaddyboy2 Posted November 19, 2017 Author Share Posted November 19, 2017 Thanks, all the things I read about waiting for hair re-growth and constantly checking are true....even in just 10 days haha. Cant wait! I'll share progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete-from-Farjo Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Congrats on your procedure. It's an exciting time but you'll need plenty of patience too. Grow well! I am an online representative for Farjo Hair Institute Dr. Bessam Farjo is an esteemed member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions shared are my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaddyboy2 Posted November 21, 2017 Author Share Posted November 21, 2017 Received the final Graft Count. Not too familiar with this so please let me know any thoughts on how it turned out: Total Grafts 3,314 451: 1 Hair 13.6% 2,004: 2 Hair 60.5% 785: 3 Hair 23.7% 74: 4 Hair 2.2% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Triple7 Posted November 21, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted November 21, 2017 Congratulations on choosing a great doctor. Good luck with everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted November 21, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted November 21, 2017 Congratulations! Dr. Gabel has a stellar rep. I'm sure you'll be thrilled with the outcome. Waiting is the hardest part. Be patient. Great things are on the horizon. 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 Spanker Posted November 21, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted November 21, 2017 That is a good graft count. 2.14 is your ratio. Nothing wrong with that. I am an online representative for Dr. Raymond Konior who is an elite member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians. View Dr. Konior's Website View Spanker's Website I am not a medical professional and my opinions should not be taken as medical advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Speegs Posted November 21, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted November 21, 2017 As a fellow Gabel veteran, you're going to love the gradual change. A little more than a year from now you're going to be blown away by former pictures of yourself. Hair loss patient and transplant veteran. Once a Norwood 3A. Received 2,700 grafts with coalition doctor on 8/13/2010 Received 2,380 grafts with Dr. Steven Gabel on 9/30/2011 Received 1,820 grafts with Dr. Steven Gabel on 7/28/2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaddyboy2 Posted December 1, 2017 Author Share Posted December 1, 2017 Thanks all for the great words of encouragement, definitely reassuring to hear! I know Dr. Gabel is a highly recommended doctor, but until the results are in its definitely a bit nerve wracking! Will post an update picture at 1 month. Am currently shedding most of the implanted hair, things seem to be healing nicely and hoping to get a haircut at month 1 as well. Currently wearing a hat/beanie to work daily until my old hair grows back enough to look similar to how I was prior to the procedure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaddyboy2 Posted December 4, 2017 Author Share Posted December 4, 2017 Unfortunately just hit my head on the corner of something that was sharp, enough to cause some bleeding. It’s been just over 3 weeks, is there a chance I lost or damaged some grafts? Planning on contacting Gabel tomorrow to be sure... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Speegs Posted December 4, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted December 4, 2017 (edited) Unfortunately just hit my head on the corner of something that was sharp, enough to cause some bleeding. It’s been just over 3 weeks, is there a chance I lost or damaged some grafts? Planning on contacting Gabel tomorrow to be sure...Chance is remote, heads bleed. And you're far past the area of concern in post-op when grafts are loose, they are usually almost impossible to dislodge by day 10. Don't stress or fret nor over think it, Dr. Gabel will no doubt be reassuring, just tell him what happened in detail. But from what you've described there's no reason to be alarmed. Edited December 5, 2017 by Speegs Hair loss patient and transplant veteran. Once a Norwood 3A. Received 2,700 grafts with coalition doctor on 8/13/2010 Received 2,380 grafts with Dr. Steven Gabel on 9/30/2011 Received 1,820 grafts with Dr. Steven Gabel on 7/28/2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member OtherSyde Posted February 20, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted February 20, 2018 Ooohh, just found this thread. Any updates at the 3ish-month mark? Blog: Dr. Gabel Thrice (2010, 2013, 2016) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaddyboy2 Posted February 24, 2018 Author Share Posted February 24, 2018 Sorry for the lack of updates! These pictures are right at the 3 month mark. Very excited to start seeing some growth, definitely notice a big improvement from month 2. Still a little bit of redness up there which is more noticeable depending on the lighting. Also please note the lighting in the pictures is quite generous! Been wearing hats/beanies for the last 3 months and definitely excited to not have to wear them. Put some physical things on hold due to the healing such as gym, kung fu, snowboarding...but these last few weeks was finally able to get back in to them which has been amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Speegs Posted February 24, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted February 24, 2018 Now begins the fun part...the results will be subtle and you'll have to be patient, but check back 9 months post op and you should be pretty excited about what's showing up. Hair loss patient and transplant veteran. Once a Norwood 3A. Received 2,700 grafts with coalition doctor on 8/13/2010 Received 2,380 grafts with Dr. Steven Gabel on 9/30/2011 Received 1,820 grafts with Dr. Steven Gabel on 7/28/2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MattyNJ1 Posted March 3, 2018 Senior Member Share Posted March 3, 2018 Great Surgeon...good luck! 12/11/17 2500 FUE Grafts with Dr. Steven Gable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member mrorange Posted May 18, 2021 Regular Member Share Posted May 18, 2021 Any update? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taochange Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 Never saw how this went. Any updates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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