When it comes to hair loss, many people assume the only options are local clinics or costly procedures, but there's a growing shift happening, one that’s reshaping the hair restoration journey for patients across Spain, the UK, and the US.
That shift? Booking a flight to Turkey.
The appeal of travelling abroad for medical procedures isn’t new, but it’s booming. In 2023, Turkey welcomed 1.8 million medical tourists, many of them for hair transplants. From full-package deals to state-of-the-art clinics, the experience is now designed around international patients.
With over 1,500 accredited hospitals, a Healthcare Access and Quality Index score of 74.4, and a high volume of surgeries per clinic, Turkey has positioned itself as one of the most trusted destinations for hair restoration.
Add to that the fact that Istanbul was the most visited city in the world in 2023, and it’s easy to see why more people are choosing to combine a personal transformation with a memorable travel experience.
|
Factor |
Turkey (≈$3,750) |
UK (≈$9,500) |
Spain (≈$9,500) |
|
Surgeon Experience |
700+ surgeries/year |
Varies |
Varies |
|
Techniques Available |
FUE, DHI, Sapphire |
Mostly FUE |
Mostly FUE |
|
All-Inclusive Packages |
Yes – hotel, transfers, aftercare |
Rare |
Rare |
|
Waiting Time |
1–2 weeks |
1–3 months |
1–2 months |
|
International Focus |
Yes |
Limited |
Limited |
One of the most powerful testaments to Turkey’s medical tourism success is Wilmer Sanchez, a former patient from the United States who underwent not one, but two transformative procedures at a hair transplant clinic in Turkey.
Image Source: Estenove
At 48, Wilmer reached out for his first FUE transplant, receiving 5,200 grafts. Two years later, he returned for a second session of 2,950 grafts, completing a transformation that was hard to believe, even for those closest to him.
“People who saw the photos I uploaded to Facebook thought the photos were fake. This shows that the results are actually really good. I never imagined in a million years that I would have hair again.”
His journey not only changed his appearance, it rebuilt his self-esteem.
Expert Insight: Why Turkey? Murat Alsaç, founder of Estenove, explains what sets Turkey apart:
“What patients value most is the balance we provide, high medical standards, experienced surgical teams, and full-service packages that make the process easy and comfortable. That’s why so many choose Turkey over local clinics.”
Thinking about a hair transplant? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to settle for what’s around the corner. Sometimes the best decision for your hair starts with your boarding pass.
