Stan McDowall's Hair Transplant Journey

Stan,

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"This whole process was easier than I ever imagined. Its pain free, easy & done within half a day. Worth every cent!"

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My 4 Days in Thailand

Here's how my journey really unfolded — from touchdown, to transformation, to takeoff.

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Day 1

Arrival

I flew from New Zealand to Bangkok for my hair transplant, and everything was sorted the moment I landed. Doctours had a driver waiting, so I didn’t have to stress about anything. The hotel check-in was smooth, and I just chilled and enjoyed the city vibes.

Day 2

Consultation Day

The clinic team went over my hairline, drew it on, and made sure it matched exactly what I wanted. They answered all my questions and explained every step clearly. They were relaxed, helpful, and made me feel totally comfortable heading into the procedure.

Day 3

Procedure Day

Procedure day was way easier than I expected. They numbed my head, so it didn’t hurt — just a bit of pressure. The team was great the whole time, taking grafts from the back and placing them into my new hairline. Everything went smoothly, and I headed back to the hotel to rest.

Day 4

Aftercare & Departure

I went back for my first wash the next morning, and they showed me exactly how to look after everything. Super clear, simple steps. Once that was done, I headed to the airport and flew home. The whole Doctours Bangkok experience was easy, well organised, and honestly stress-free.

What I Packed

Here's everything I packed for my trip. Having these essentials made the experience so much smoother.

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Clothing

Button down shirts
Lounge shorts
Sneakers
Zip up hoodie
Comfortable socks

Hair Care

Microfiber Towel
Neck Pillow
Saline spray
Extra towel

Essentials

Passport
Travel adapter
Neck Pillow
AirPods
Portable Charger

Comfort Items

Zip up hoodie
iPad
Sneakers
Favorite snacks
Comfortable shorts

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Watch my full journey

From the days leading up to my procedure, to the surgery itself, and through recovery, here are some of the moments I captured along the way.

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My Progress

Every stage of recovery felt like a small victory. From swelling to new growth, watching my hair come back day by day reminded me exactly why I did this.

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