One of the most challenging aspects of life is sometimes hair loss, especially for Indian men who start becoming bald in their twenties because of lifestyle and mental stress. This has created a demand for more sophisticated hair transplant experts. The urgent need for access to state-of-the-art hair transplant surgeons within the country is high lighted by the fact that while many people are afraid to have the operation, others are prevented from seeking treatment overseas due to budgetary constraints.

Dr. Vinod is a skilled hair transplant surgeon. He earned his MBBS and MD from Sion Hospital and has gained extensive training in hair transplant techniques, including 20 trainings from all over the world out of which 18 were in India, one from London and other from Turkey. Dr Vinod began his professional journey at Sion Hospital in 2001 and has also served at KEM Hospital and Rajawadi Hospital. He moved into private practice 15 years ago with the establishment of Bloom Hair Transplant Clinic, where he serves as the Owner and Director. He has completed more than 5000 hair transplant procedures and has a distinguished reputation in the industry.

Dr. Vinod has received numerous honors, including the Midday Health and Wellness Icon Award from Devendra Phadnavis, the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, the Lokshahi Award from Honorable Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, award from former Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshyari and an award from Health Minister Rajesh Tope. He has also been acknowledged by personalities including Madhuri Dixit, Yana Gupta, Sunil Shetty, and Padmini Kolhapure for his work.

Bloom Hair Transplant Clinic

Based out of Mumbai, Maharashtra, the clinic specializes in DHI and Sapphire treatments whereas older procedures including the FUT and root touch techniques have been phased out. The extensive range of services provided by Bloom Hair Transplant Clinic includes mesotherapy and platelet-rich plasma treatments in addition to hair transplants for both men and women, as well as transplants of the eyebrow, beard, and mustache. The clinic promises to treat hair loss effectively.

“These days, baldness is common among young individuals between the ages of 20 and 25 due to changing lifestyles. As a result of their early hair loss and desire to maintain youth, these young people frequently experience depression. At Bloom Hair Transplant Clinic, our slogan is ‘Gain hair; gain confidence'. We provide hair restoration services for the younger generation, especially those getting ready for marriage or

hoping to improve their professional prospects. We work on helping young people restore their hair and confidence every day because I see how they struggle with baldness", asserts Dr Vinod.

Busting Myths & Misconceptions

“I can promise you that getting a hair transplant is completely safe, especially if it is done by a board-certified MD hair transplant surgeon. We utilize tiny pinprick needles for local anesthetic, which are comparable to insulin syringes, and the process is painless. Patients are awake and able to converse, eat, take breaks, use their phones, and listen to music during the procedure", informs Dr Vinod.

Everyone needs to know that hair transplants are safe, painless, & have minimal recovery time

"The question of whether hair transplants can cause cancer is another prevalent one, however, they do not. There is no link between the operation and cancer, nor does it affect the brain, ears, nose, throat, or teeth. It merely involves moving hair from the back of the head to the front. It is performed at the skin level, making it harmless and free of side effects. Patients often ask about downtime, and I am happy to say that you can resume your duties within two or three days, requiring only a day or two of rest", continues Dr Vinod.

After ensuring that the patient is in good health and does not have any serious conditions such as heart, kidney, or brain diseases, Dr Vinod operates on them at any age between 20 and 70. The treatment is even safe for people with regulated blood pressure or diabetes. After a few injections of local anesthetic into the back of the scalp, the process starts in the morning with hair clipping. Hair roots are then extracted from this area. Before implantation, patients are placed in a supine position and given more injections to the front of their scalp. The entire process typically takes five to seven hours, allowing patients to return home within seven to eight hours.

Pioneering Advanced Techniques & Learnings

The most cutting-edge methods for hair transplant surgery are used at Dr Vinod’s clinic, which does not use the conventional root touch approach. Dr Vinod's approach handles grafts at the shaft level, guaranteeing the roots stay safe and sound. The likelihood of hair damage and transplant failure is decreased with this technique. The DHI approach, which reduces wound size and encourages quicker healing, is also used in the clinic. The flexibility of hand movement enables exact direction, depth, and angle to create hairlines that look natural. He utilizes advanced hairline devices for optimal results and incorporates PRP solution as a graft-holding medium to enhance graft quality and survival rates.

Prioritizing Post-Operative Care

“For those having hair transplant surgeries, I stress the significance of post-operative care. Protecting the scalp from dust, pollution, and possible trauma like striking their head when getting into a car is something I tell my patients to do. I suggest a post-operative care plan that includes applying ointment to the scalp, removing the bandage after three to four days, and spraying saline solutions for five days. For optimal outcomes and good recovery, patients are encouraged to refrain from activities such as swimming, wearing helmets, or doing strenuous exercise", concludes Dr Vinod.