1 minute ago, richard_smith237 said:

Seriously though - given that Medical Tourism is a major attraction to Thailand for many... 

 

Advertising itself as a hair-transplant hub is not such a bad idea... 

 

 

What are the percentages referring to ?

2 minutes ago, freedomnow said:

What are the percentages referring to ?

 

Thanks... corrected the post with that missing info.... the percentages reference % of Male population with male pattern baldness...

The prospect of this has given me a chubby....time to go hub one out. 

An Indian man that bought for 50K of balndnes medicine on the Street of Pattaya comes to mind.....🤣🤣🤣

6 minutes ago, richard_smith237 said:

 

Thanks... corrected the post with that missing info.... the percentages reference % of Male population with male pattern baldness...

Interesting that Italy near top and Argentina near bottom since Argentina had so many Italian migrants.

3 minutes ago, freedomnow said:

Interesting that Italy near top and Argentina near bottom since Argentina had so many Italian migrants.

 

Must come down to the quality of BBQ'ing and Asado..... 

I remember shopping around for a hair transplant surgeon 8 years ago in TH. I was anything but impressed. Few surgeons, few different techniques. TH couldn't begin to compare with eg Turkey.

There are some people who you wouldn't dare suggest a hair transplant...

2 hours ago, AAArdvark said:

So there will be less Chinese tourists and more bald tourists. 

 

.........or more bald Chinese tourists!!

 

3 hours ago, beano2274 said:

Turkey is the land of hair transplants, great prices with all inclusive hotel stays, fly there with different Hair Lines

Not sure why you're getting so many laughing emojis for this post. You're spot on. Turkey is the place. Maybe the empty heads that make decisions aren't aware of this fact.

21 minutes ago, dinsdale said:

3 hours ago, beano2274 said:

Turkey is the land of hair transplants, great prices with all inclusive hotel stays, fly there with different Hair Lines

Not sure why you're getting so many laughing emojis for this post. You're spot on. Turkey is the place. Maybe the empty heads that make decisions aren't aware of this fact.

 

Fly there with different 'Hair-Lines'.... 

 

 

2 hours ago, Mike_Hunt said:

This is convenient for the all bald Brits who live in Thailand.  

Why.........?

24 minutes ago, transam said:

Why.........?

To give nitpickers new territory ?

10 hours ago, webfact said:

File photo for reference only

 

Thailand is stepping into the spotlight as a leader in hair transplant surgery, backed by the Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons (AAHRS). The nation aims to boost its status as a global health tourism centre, with the 9th AAHRS scientific meeting paving the way for this ambition.

 

Dr Kanokwan Chantauppalee, chair of the Live Surgery workshop, emphasised Thailand's rising reputation during the event. Supported by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), the conference attracted over 200 medical experts globally, showcasing new innovations and fostering international collaboration.

 

Thailand's growing appeal in health tourism is underscored by key advancements in hair restoration discussed at the event. Innovations such as stem cell injections, laser stimulation, and robotic transplants were highlighted as pivotal in advancing patient care and treatment effectiveness.

 

The country's selection to host this influential conference solidifies its potential as a global medical and hair transplant hub. With advanced infrastructure and top-tier medical professionals, Thailand aligns perfectly with its government’s ambition to establish itself as a premier Medical Hub.

 

As the global wellness tourism market is projected to surpass THB 71 trillion by 2030, Thailand is poised to seize a significant share. The medical tourism market also shows robust growth potential, heading towards a valuation of nearly THB 7 trillion by 2034.

 

By capitalising on its existing strengths and ongoing innovations, Thailand stands ready to enhance its profile on the world stage. The nation’s rise in the health tourism sector not only promises economic benefits but also establishes it as a key player in medical advancement.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Nation 2025-07-09

 

 

 

Hair we go again ,another hub !

Looks like a new hub again.. actually a hairy goal i think 

Would transplants be only for black hair? 

Thailand the hub of everything!!