DavolaJoe Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 (edited) I will be going to Turkey for a vacation, will be there from 9/1 until 9/15. Was thinking to get a HT done there in the last days of my trip (why not, right?). Can I theoretically get the consultation and everything done in the next week or so, and be ready for the operation at a good clinic in the last days of my trip? I'm a male, 35, NW2. Budget is $5k-$7k. I have thick, dark middle eastern hair. My donor hair is solid. Also, what clinics do you recommend? I heard HLC is good. Also - I live in San Diego. Should I just go somewhere in Mexico, like Tijuana? I've heard good things about Dr. Nader. Edited August 28, 2023 by DavolaJoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Spring15 Posted August 28, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 Most quality clinics won't have available appointments next month. Nader is a good choice though if you're close Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Turkhair Posted August 28, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 Get in contact and tell them your dates. Clinics usually have cancellations they might fit you in. Good clinics can’t fit you in a months notice though and cancellations is your only hope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 28, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 This isn’t the best way to plan a hair transplant, and it wouldn’t be a great vacation having to take care of It post op. Always better to plan who will be best for you’re particular needs, and convenience isn’t high on the list, as mentioned above the better choices will be booked up leaving poor clinics/hair mills. Better to get some consulting done from the better options, but definitely don’t just stick to Turkey/Istanbul. And yes Dr Nader is definitely a very good choice, he has a growing waiting list, but if you are only NW2 then there’s no rush to do anything right now. Just my opinion but I would say enjoy you’re vacation and keep researching those Drs/Clinics! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member AliJ. Posted August 28, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 I'm going to Istanbul tomorrow for a hair transplant. If I am satisfied, I'll recommend it to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 28, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 4 minutes ago, AliJ. said: I'm going to Istanbul tomorrow for a hair transplant. If I am satisfied, I'll recommend it to you. 12 months is needed to see the result though, which Clinic/Dr have you chosen? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member AliJ. Posted August 28, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 (edited) 54 minutes ago, BRITA-XL said: 12 months is needed to see the result though, which Clinic/Dr have you chosen? I'll go to Dr.Mesut Demir at Pure Line Clinic. I watched a few videos and talked to some patients on Facebook. They only perform one case per day, which is a bit different from other Turkish clinics. This video was also effective in my decision. Edited August 28, 2023 by Melvin- Moderator Removed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 28, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 @AliJ.They are known for poorer results too, the video is marketing of course, however it’s good you actually sought out to speak to some patients. Have you looked access the forums, Reddit etc for actual patient posted journeys? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member AliJ. Posted August 28, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 Sure can you share some poorer results? This is not marketing, I spoke to the patient one-on-one. Also I met 5 different patients from hair loss facebook groups. I haven't seen a worse result, but I would be very happy if you share it. 3 minutes ago, BRITA-XL said: @AliJ.They are known for poorer results too, the video is marketing of course, however it’s good you actually sought out to speak to some patients. Have you looked access the forums, Reddit etc for actual patient posted journeys? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 28, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 1 minute ago, AliJ. said: Sure can you share some poorer results? This is not marketing, I spoke to the patient one-on-one. Also I met 5 different patients from hair loss facebook groups. I haven't seen a worse result, but I would be very happy if you share it. Look on Reddit for example, links are not allowed here on the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member AliJ. Posted August 28, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 I've searched again now but couldn't find it any negative reviews on Reddit. Could you be confusing it with another clinic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted August 28, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 Just now, AliJ. said: I've searched again now but couldn't find it any negative reviews on Reddit. Could you be confusing it with another clinic? No definitely not confusing them with anyone else, search the name on here and as far as I can see we don’t have a completed journey yet. 12 months patient posted results are what’s needed. Anyway I don’t want to derail this thread in talking about one specific clinic, please do create you’re own thread when you have had you’re procedure 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member AliJ. Posted August 28, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted August 28, 2023 11 minutes ago, BRITA-XL said: No definitely not confusing them with anyone else, search the name on here and as far as I can see we don’t have a completed journey yet. 12 months patient posted results are what’s needed. Anyway I don’t want to derail this thread in talking about one specific clinic, please do create you’re own thread when you have had you’re procedure 👍 I'll share my process. I really did a lot of research so I was curious. Thanks anyway! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted August 28, 2023 Administrators Share Posted August 28, 2023 Do not rush into an HT. Take your time. Consult with FUECapilar, Dr. Bicer, Dr. Yaman, to name a few. But don’t feel compelled to do surgery because you’re on vacation. 1 I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavolaJoe Posted August 29, 2023 Author Share Posted August 29, 2023 appreciate the input everyone. i definitely realize now i can't rush this. since i'm in San Diego, i'm considering Dr. Carman now. he seems quite affordable, as far as top US doctors go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valued Contributor Gatsby Posted August 29, 2023 Valued Contributor Share Posted August 29, 2023 You won't be able to get a hair transplant in Turkey over the next couple of weeks because any surgeon in Turkey worth their salt will be booked out for months. You have to ask your self why some are booked out months in advance and others can 'fit you in' with only two weeks notice? Do lots of research. All the best! GATSBY 'UNPLUGGED!' 15,671 (3 surgeries) Grafts FUE+BHT Dr. Sethi Eugenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valued Contributor A_4_Archan Posted August 29, 2023 Valued Contributor Share Posted August 29, 2023 @DavolaJoe I'd like to explain how surgery is approached —> As a first step, you should address the underlying cause of your hair loss...even if you undergo surgery, if your hair loss continues, then you will be in the same state again soon...surgery won't solve your hair loss problem... It is therefore important to consult a good doctor who is more familiar with hair loss and begin medication. This can stabilize, slow down, or reverse your hair loss...this is the key to a successful outcome...to reap the benefits of medication, you need to take it religiously for the full 12 months and then reassess your situation and plan accordingly. —>In addition to taking medication, you should also educate yourself. You can use this 12 month period to research more about hair transplant surgery, learn more about the whole process, and understand the nuances. Research good doctors around the world and shortlist around 4-5 doctors based on your findings, and then consult all of them to determine who best fits your needs and expectations. Taking all of the above things into account will pave the way for a successful surgery. I hope this helps you ...best of luck. Check Out My Hair Transplant Journey --> My Thread 3611 FUE Grafts With Dr Kongkiat Laorwong | Norwood 5 | 2nd May 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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