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Elithair

4.6on Google(from 2,276 reviews)
150,000 procedures
Last updated: Aug 15, 2026
Profile completeness: Medium

Elithair stands as the world's largest and a TÜV-certified hair transplant clinic, renowned for its innovation and world-class hair medicine. Founded in 2013 by Dr. Abdulaziz Balwi, a pioneer in the field, the clinic has successfully treated over 150,000 patients globally. Located in Istanbul's modern Vadi district, it spans 18,000 m2 across 13 floors, offering state-of-the-art treatment rooms and a strong focus on research. Elithair specializes in advanced techniques including FUE, DHI, NEO FUE (boasting up to 98% graft survival), Zero Shave FUE, and SDHI for women, alongside PRP therapy and scalp micropigmentation. The clinic's philosophy combines expert medical care with a human touch, delivered by an international team of doctors and specialists, ensuring personalized and professional hair restoration.

Surgeon-led
Certifications
ISHRSISO 9001ISO

Patient Insights

Aggregated feedback from verified patient sources to help you make an informed decision.

Patients have really mixed feelings about Elithair; some praise their life-changing results and the well-organized process, but others are deeply unhappy, calling it a 'hair mill' and questioning the doctor's involvement, the guarantee, and the quality of long-term results.

What people like

  • +life-changing results
  • +professional and caring staff
  • +well-organized process
  • +seamless experience

Concerns

  • referred to as a 'hair mill'
  • never met or saw Dr. Balwi during their procedure
  • unnatural hairlines and poor density

Themes aggregated from verified patient reviews and community discussions across Reddit, Trustpilot, Google, and hair restoration forums. These are patient opinions, not claims verified by Clinic Reccy.

Results: Before & After

Pricing Snapshot

EUR From 3,300

Depending on technique & number of grafts

1000 grafts
EUR 3,300
Early Hair Loss Price (1000 grafts)

Typical price for hairline restoration or limited hair loss.

2500 grafts
EUR 3,300
Moderate Hair Loss Price (2500 grafts)

Typical price for moderate hair loss requiring frontal area restoration.

What's Included

  • Airport transfer
    Hotel-to-clinic pickup arranged for you.
  • Hotel accommodation
    Hotel stay included in your package price.
  • PRP sessions included
    Platelet-rich plasma to aid healing and growth.
  • Post-operative medication
    Post-surgery medications included in your package.
  • Meals included
    Meals included during your stay.
  • Airport pickup
    Clinic arranges pickup from the airport.
  • Translator available
    A translator is provided so language isn't a barrier.
  • Financing available
    Pay in instalments or via a payment plan.
  • Free consultation
    No cost to discuss your case before booking.
  • Online consultation
    Video or virtual consultation available.
  • Surgeon-performed procedure
    Performed by the surgeon, not a technician — as stated by the clinic.

Based on the clinic’s own website and public materials — not independently verified.

Location

Our Team

Abdulaziz Balwi - Hair Transplant Surgeon at elithair.com
Dr Abdulaziz Balwi

22 yrs experience · 150,000 procedures

Dr. Abdulaziz Balwi is an internationally leading hair surgeon who has shaped the field through exclusive innovations such as NEO FUE. As a pioneer, he combines deep medical expertise with a profound understanding of the patient perspective. His expertise is so well-founded that he is state-authorized to train other surgeons in hair surgery. Rely on years of experience and a scientific edge for your perfect result at Elithair.

Specialties:

Hair TransplantFUEDHINEO FUE
Education:
Medical Studies · Ege UniversityAesthetician and Hair Certification ·
Certifications:
ISHRS 29th World CongressISHRS 28th World CongressEge University, Masters DegreeInternational Association of Stem Cell Transplantation, USAMF Plus Professional Therapeutic WorkshopNexGen Biopharma Technical and Product WorkshopInternational Association for Cell Therapy, Switzerland

English · Arabic

Procedures Offered

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