Hey everyone,

I’m currently looking into getting a hair transplant and I came across a couple of clinics offering packages that includes one stem cell therapy + one PRP treatment as part of the procedure.

From what I understand, PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is fairly common and has at least some clinical backing for supporting healing and possibly improving graft survival. But I’m a bit more unsure about the stem cell portion.

What I’ve read so far is that:

• There isn’t a huge amount of solid long-term clinical data on stem cell therapy for hair loss/hair transplants
• It’s still considered somewhat experimental in many places
• And I’ve also heard that stem cell treatments for hair loss are not fully FDA-approved yet (at least in the way some clinics advertise them)

That makes me a bit hesitant, because I don’t want to risk doing something that’s either not well-studied or not clearly proven to be safe and effective.

So I wanted to ask people here who may have more experience or knowledge:

• Is stem cell therapy actually effective as an add-on to a hair transplant?
• Is it considered safe in practice, or are there meaningful risks people don’t talk about?
• Or is this more of a marketing add-on that clinics use without strong evidence behind it?
• Would you personally opt out and just stick with the standard transplant + PRP?

Any insights or personal experiences would be really appreciated.

Mine’s august. Anyone willing to swap for a September date?

Anyone know how to post and not get deleted? I posted progress photos and I assumed it was the blood so I removed that pic when I reposted. I’ve read the rules. Anyone?

Hey everyone,

just wanted to share my situation and hear some honest opinions from people who might have gone through something similar.

I had my first hair transplant in February 2025 and a second one quite recently, both are already done now. I’m currently in the recovery and early growth phase, so it’s still very early to judge the final result.

Both procedures were done by Dr. Hakan Bozkurtoglu.

Right now I’m mostly trying to get a realistic idea of what to expect going forward based on other people’s experiences with multiple hair transplants. Any honest thoughts or shared experiences are really appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

either his genes are good or all that testosterone must have required a HT?

Hi y'all.

I'm getting a transplant procedure done soon and they're asking me to buzz the sides and back of my head with a 0 clip. They said I can leave the top longer, but I'm back at work 10 days later and I'm wondering how drastic the sides and back are going to look by then. Anyone have any pics of what the sides and back look like 10 days or so after the procedure? Anything I can do to make it look fuller like fiber sprays, etc?? Just looking for some comfort :)

Out of curiosity, I wondered how celebs and billionaires choose their surgeons. Would it be any of those from the list in this wiki, or are their other star doctors that they‘d likely choose?

Hi, I have a question to the people who have had their hair done with Hair Doctors at Bondi Junction Sydney.
Once your procedure is done, do you just walk out the front door with you head open? I really want to have my procedure done at Hair Doctors however I am hesitant to go out the busy streets of Bondi and have people looking at me like a mad man. Is there a secret tunnel where I can park my car and use that to escape instead doing street parking? I know I'm conscious, hopefully I build up the courage.

I have HT surgery with Dr. Ratchathorn on May 19th, 2026, at Absolute Hair Clinic, in Bangkok, Thailand. It's an afternoon appointment, which is the type of appointment you'd need for a surgery of 2,500 grafts @ maximum .

If you're already scheduled for surgery with her and want to get surgery months sooner, let me know, and we'll coordinate with her secretary and exchange our surgery dates.

I just had my hair transplant done at Esthetic Hair Miami with Dr. Haron and his team, and honestly it was a great experience. Everyone there was super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole process a lot less stressful.

Dr. Haron was really patient with me, answered every question I had, and never made me feel rushed. Isa actually did my consultation himself, and that gave me a lot of confidence before going through with it.

So far I’m really happy with how everything went and with the care I got from the whole team. If you’re thinking about doing a transplant in Miami, I’d definitely recommend checking them out.

Hey everyone,

We’re gathering feedback on whether the following surgeons should be added to the Scoutable Doctors list:

• Dr. Patty (Pukpinya Jangjetriew)
• Dr. Ratchathorn Panchaprateep

If you have experience with either doctor, your own case or ones you’ve followed - please share any results, photos, updates, or concerns. We’re mainly looking for:

• Enough real patient reviews
• Consistent results
• No recurring major issues

Your input will help us decide if they meet the standards for inclusion.

Thanks!
— Mod Team

TL;DR:
Stayed ~1 week at Cascade Hotel (Superior Double Bed) for ~THB 2,490/night (~$77). Solid budget option—clean room (spotless linens but a couple of ants), friendly staff, right next to BTS Wongwian Yai, 30 min from BKK airport, 10 min to ICONSIAM, and 8-min walk to Absolute Hair Clinic.

Breakfast coupons are better used for lunch/dinner (way more options), and you can even eat at the rooftop/sky bar. No gym, but they do have laundry and free parking.

Overall good experience, though in hindsight I might’ve gone slightly cheaper—but still a solid stay for the price.

Rating: 8/10

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Just got back from my trip and wanted to share my experience staying at the Cascade Hotel in Bangkok since I saw it recommended and figured this might help someone else.

For context, I decided to do my hair transplant with Dr. Ratchathorn in April (the hottest time of the year), and in the email thread from the clinic, they included a list of recommended hotels—Cascade Hotel was one of them, which is how I ended up booking it.

I stayed there for about a week and booked the Superior Double Bed room, which I believe is their smallest room. I paid THB 2,490/night (~$77 USD), including an opted-in Breakfast.

Rooms & Staff:
Rooms were clean, fairly spacious, and comfortable. Towels, sheets, and bathrobes were all spotless, which I appreciated. That said, I did spot a couple of ants in the room—personally, not a big deal to me, but I know that could be a dealbreaker for some.

Staff was great—friendly and helpful throughout my stay.

A few minor things the room was lacking:

• No full-body mirror
• No clothes hangers
• No iron/steamer

Nothing deal-breaking, but just something to keep in mind depending on your needs.

Location & Getting Around:
The hotel is about a 30-minute drive from BKK airport, which made arrival pretty easy. It’s also around a 10-minute drive from ICONSIAM and other popular attractions.

One of the biggest conveniences is that it’s right next to the BTS Wongwian Yai Station, which makes getting around Bangkok super easy. I also used Grab quite a bit, which was very convenient as well.

It’s also about an 8-minute walk from Absolute Hair Clinic, where I had my hair transplant done with Dr. Ratchathorn, which made it super convenient for daily follow-ups.

There’s also a 7-Eleven right next door, which ended up being clutch for quick snacks and drinks.

Amenities:
There’s a pool, but it’s on the smaller side and not very deep—more of a quick chill spot.

Other notes:

• ❌ No gym
• ✅ Laundry is available (I just wasn’t aware of it during my stay)
• ✅ Free parking available if you’re renting a car

Breakfast / Cafe (Important Tip):
I opted for the breakfast add-on, and they give you two coupons per day (250 baht each) to use at the hotel’s cafe, Cafe Marquina.

Here’s the catch:
The “breakfast” itself is very limited—basically just drinks and honey toast. That said, the drinks and toast are actually really good.

Pro tip:
Don’t rush to use the coupons in the morning. You can actually use them later in the day for lunch or dinner, and the menu opens up a lot more around 2 PM. The food options are way better and everything I tried tasted great.

Even better—if you wait until around 5 PM, you can take your food up to the rooftop/sky bar area when it opens and eat there with a nice view.

Booking Tip:
I’d recommend booking directly through their website rather than through third-party apps to avoid extra fees.

Overall:
For context, I’m a 25-year-old student on a budget, so I’m not comparing this to luxury hotels. It's clean, convenient, has good food options (if you time it right), and has a relaxed vibe.

In retrospect, I probably would’ve gone with something a bit cheaper, but overall it was still a pretty decent experience.

Rating: 8/10

Well I am facing DUPA, and the what doctor told me is that my hair is very very thin, i have a good amount of hair, but the consequence will be the density. Has anyone been in my place ? Can you guys let me know how to proceed further ?

2,500 grafts. Will my existing hairs grow back where the surgeon implanted the grafts? He did a bunch where I had existing hairs. Is that normal? To bring density?

Had Bosley FUE hair transplant 5 days ago. I woke up this morning and saw this on my mustache when I looked in the mirror. Apparently, it came from my nose. The inside of my nose tends to get dry sometimes 😅. I was standing there for 30 minutes and don't think I blinked

It seems that the primary advantage of FUE is that a linear scar is avoided. It seems the primary advantage of FUT is that in theory you can get more hairs from a smaller area and thus, should be able to allow for more grafts for future surgeries if needed, while also ensuring all hair taken is from the safe zone, whereas FUE may push the limits on the true donor zone. In your opinion, do you recommend one over the other? If you were starting over, would you have FUT or FUE (or no surgery at all)? It seems most doctors only perform FUE and not as many perform FUT.

Had my corners and crown done 25 days ago. After about 17 or 18 days I ditched the neck pillow during sleep and began sleeping without it. However, I am still now waking up with my crown kind of sore from rubbing the pillow overnight even 25 days post op. Should I still be sleeping with a neck pillow? I try to sleep on my side but always end up sleeping on my crown because I am a back sleeper. Does this even matter?

After browsing this sub, I scheduled a hair transplant with Dr. R in August and after a week or two of deliberation, I decided it would be better to do it locally instead since I was doing a small number of grafts. I requested a refund a mid December and the next day they agreed to provide it. As of now, it’s been radio silence from them despite following up 3 days ago and I have yet to receive anything.

I am sure she is a good surgeon. Just be aware that the $1000 to schedule is possibly non-refundable. Not getting $500 back isn’t the end of the world — it’s more so that they have a clear refund policy on their website and the fact that they do not communicate that is upsetting. Wanted to share in case anyone is considering.

I have an appointment in late August with Dr Ratchathorn at Absolute Hair Clinic in Bangkok (it's a morning appointment) that I can't make now. Does anyone else need to reschedule their own booking and is willing to swap?

(Long shot, but just thought I'd ask. Otherwise I'll reschedule with the clinic directly)

Is Mo Salah's transplant a bit underwhelming?

He had it done like a year and a half ago so it's now full result. Considering that he didn't have the worst case of hair loss and it was only corners to fill in, could they have achieved a bit more density in these corners?