Hair Transplant Cost In Malaysia
What is Hair Transplant?
Hair transplant is a minimally invasive procedure that removes hair follicles from one part of the body, i.e 'donor site', to a bald or balding part of the body i.e 'recipient site'. The technique is used to treat male pattern baldness.
Who is the Right Doctor for Hair Transplant?
Any doctor trained in general medicine, dermatology, ER medicine or general surgery can perform this procedure.
How is the Procedure Performed?
The process will take about 4 to 8 hours. the surgeon’s team will shave the back of your scalp. Then, the doctor will remove hair follicles one by one, he prepares the grafts and creates slits with a scalpel, and delicately places each graft in one of the holes.
What is the Usual Success Rate for this Procedure?
The scalp will be tender after the process and you need to wear bandage for day or two ,Most people will see 60% of new hair growth after 6 to 9 months.
The cost of Hair Transplant procedure includes:
- Preoperative diagnostic tests cost [blood tests, Random blood sugar, etc.]
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Procedure cost
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Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)
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Medicine cost
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Patient's hospital stay
Note: Hair Transplant is an outpatient procedure that involves 6-8 hours of surgery.
The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:
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Post-surgical complications if it happens (such as infection, bleeding, nerve injury, etc., may happen)
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Cost of Blood products (if required)
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An extended stay at the Hospital
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Cost of accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident
Cost related to Hair Transplant in Malaysia
Treatment name | Cost range |
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Hair Transplantation | USD 3600 to USD 4400 |
Hair Transplant in Malaysia
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- Gleneagles Hospital, Kuala Lumpur is one of the leading hospitals in Malaysia accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), the highest international quality accreditation in terms of patient safety and health care services.
- Established in 1996, the hospital is delivering healthcare and excellence for over 25 years.
- The Hospital is particularly known for its Cardiology, Oncology, and Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgery.
- It provides comprehensive medical and surgical procedures such as Bariatric Surgery, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, ENT, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Neurosurgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Breast Surgery to mention a few.
- Gleneagles Hospital has one of the most advanced technologies like Gamma Knife and Da Vinci Si Surgery System.
- A well-equipped Imaging Department like Ultrasound Examination, Computed Tomography Scan (C.T. Scan), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Fluoroscopy, Angiography, Non-vascular Interventional Radiology, Mammography, Bone Mineral Densitometry, and General Radiography.
- The Hospital also received several awards namely, the 'International Hospital of the Year,' and 'Highly Commended for Excellence in Customer Service' award from the prestigious International Medical Travel Journal in 2018. It also received the 'Best Health Screening Provider in Asia Pacific' by the Global Health and Travel Awards 2019.
- Several services are provided for international patients such as Visa, flight booking, airport transfer, accommodation, air evacuation & repatriation, doctor referral and appointment, cost estimation, emergency care, and sightseeing.

- Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur is a premier healthcare hospital that has been serving people from all over the world for 47 years.
- It is a one-stop integrated healthcare provider that specialises particularly in Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, and Paediatrics.
- Besides this, it has many medical and surgical departments like Gastroenterology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Radiology & Interventional Radiology, Urology, Fertility Services – IVF, and Cranio-Facial Surgery.
- It is supported by cutting-edge technologies like Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computerised Tomography (CT) scan, PET-CT, Mammography, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, Image intensifier, Bone densitometry, Orthopantomography and other interventional procedures.
- It has the prestigious JCI accreditation along with a certification by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH). It is also a certified Baby-Friendly Hospital.
- The International Patient Centre (IPC) is available to assist international patients from admission to discharge along with airport transfers.

- Pantai Hospital Ayer Keroh or or PHAK is a 35-year-old tertiary care hospital that has been serving people with dedication, comfort, and a holistic approach.
- It is one of 14 hospitals operated by the Pantai Holdings Sdn Bhd (Pantai Group), Malaysia's leading private healthcare group.
- It is a multispecialty hospital that excels particularly in Cardiology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, ENT, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Geriatric Medicine, General Surgery, Renal Medicine, and Urology.
- The Hospital has Centres of Excellence namely, Cancer Care, Cardiac & Cardiothoracic Care, and Orthopaedics Centre.
- To have a the right diagnoses and treatments, the Hospital is supported by the state-of-the art technologies and equipment such as 640-Slice CT Scanner, Biplane X-Ray System, and Linear Accelerator ELEKTA Synergy.
- It is the first hospital in southern Malaysia to install SagiNova HDR Afterloader for high dose rate image-guided (3D) brachytherapy.
- It is accredited by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) under the Malaysian Ministry of Health which recognises the highest standard of safety and quality for healthcare services.
- The International Patient services assist in appointments, airport and ferry transfers, hotel accommodations, billing, and follow-up.
Hair Transplant Cost - Frequently Asked Questions
Before Hair Transplant - Most Frequently Asked Questions
Postoperative pain in most of the patients occurs after hair transplantation surgery. Patient is advised for pain killers and anitbiotics for 4 days post surgery.
Besides, the original non-transplanted hair can also shed from the recipient area. This does not mean that the original hair has been permanently damaged. This is rather a result of 'shock' from the surgery, since the transplanted hairs may push out the natural ones as they set in a new place.
The most suitable age for a person to have a hair transplant is when their hair loss has stabilized, this is the age when you notice that you no longer have active hair loss, and that your balding pattern is evident.
Hair transplant is a day care procedure. Patient goes back to their accomodation, the same day post procedure. However, the patient is advised to stay nearby the hospital for next 4 days minimum.
In the average case, hair grafts can range from 500 to 2,500. If the patient requires more than 2,500 grafts, the procedure should be divided into 2 sessions that are 6 months apart.
The number of grafts that can be transplanted during a single session will vary depending on the patient but each session typically involves a range from 600 grafts up to 3,000 grafts
Hair transplant is a surgical procedure which involves transplanting hair follicles from one part of the head to another, where hair is thinning or receding. Follicles are taken from the segment called ‘donor site’ and then transplanted to the section called ‘recipient site’.
Yes, hair transplant is permanent if it is done on a healthy scalp the patient will not suffer from any medical disorder which can cause hair loss.
Yes, hair transplants really works they are more successful than other hair restoration products the transplanted hair will fully grow back within three to four months time.
Yes, hair transplant gives natural looking result with the invention of some latest technologies the result of hair transplant looks so natural that it appears that you have never lost your hair.
Men who have male pattern baldness.
- Men who have diffuse hair loss and decrease density.
- Women who have thinning hair – female pattern thinning and baldness.
- People who have areas of scarring from injuries.
- People who have hair loss after facelift procedures.
- People who want to thicken or restore eyebrows, eyelashes.
- For beard, sideburns and mustache transplant.
An ideal candidate is someone with thick and dense hair on the side and back of the head and have realistic expectation from the surgery.
An ideal candidate is someone with thick and dense hair on the side and back of the head and have realistic expectations.
During the Hair Transplant - Most Frequently Asked Questions
The process will take about 4 to 8 hours.
Hair transplant is a day care procedure and it takes 6-10 hours to be completed depending upon the number of grafts to be transplanted.
In this process, random permanent follicular units are extracted from the back or the sides of the scalp which is commonly called the safe zone. These units are then carefully and gently planted into balding or thinning area at the exact angle, depth, and direction of the existing ones. The result is a very natural feather-like hairline and does not hold any imitated look.
Hair transplant is being done under local anaesthesia.
Usually performed as a day care procedure under local anesthesia, Hair transplant takes 6-10 hours to be completed depending upon the number of grafts to be transplanted.
Hair transplant procedures generally take from 6-10 hours. It is performed using local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. No hospital admission or stay is required.
In this process, random permanent follicular units are extracted from the back or the sides of the scalp which is commonly called the safe zone. The process is known as FUE (Follicular hair transplantation). These units are then carefully and gently planted into balding or thinning area at the exact angle, depth, and direction of the existing ones. The result is a very natural feather-like hairline and does not hold any imitated look.
After Hair Transplant - Most Frequently Asked Questions
Most people can return to work several days after surgery. It's normal for the transplanted hair to fall out two to three weeks after the procedure. This makes way for new hair growth. Most people will see some amount of new hair growth 8 to 12 months after surgery.
It's normal for the transplanted hair to fall out two to three weeks after the procedure. This makes way for new hair growth. Most people will see some amount of new hair growth 8 to 12 months after surgery.
Avoid hard work and exercising for one week after the procedure. Avoid weight lifting, or carrying high weights for 10 to 14 days after the procedure.
The recovery after the procedure is smooth. Pain medication is prescribed for any pain or discomfort that might have the slightest chance to occur. No bandage is necessary on the scalp at the end of the procedure but a small headband is used which will prevent swelling. The area, where the permanent grafts are taken, is covered by a dressing which will be removed next day.
Hair transplant can fail only in very rare circumstances in maximum cases only positive result of the procedure is being seen.
You should not go in direct sunlight after hair transplant and you should not
A combination of hair transplants and medical treatments can be used effectively to treat baldness. Hair transplant can restore and rebuild the receding front hairline and thicken the front half of the scalp, while medical treatments can be used to maintain hair after the transplants and it can possibly enhance the long-term results of hair restoration surgery.
Within 24 hours small crusts will form on each graft known as scabs that will then fall off in 2 weeks time. The transplanted hair seen above the scalp will initially shed, however the roots will remain dormant for 6-12 weeks, at which time the new hair will begin to grow. Numbness that may occur in the donor or recipient area usually disappears around 2 months following procedure.
Within 24 hours small crusts will form on each graft site known as scabs which then shed in 2 weeks time. The transplanted hair will start to grow naturally by 10-16 weeks after the procedure and will continue to grow for most of one’s life.
Patients are often awake but they are given a mild oral sedative so that they stay relaxed. There is usually little or no pain during the surgical procedure. Generally, the only pain experienced is associated with administering local anesthetic.
The recovery after the procedure is smooth. Pain medication is prescribed for any pain or discomfort that might have the slightest chance to occur. No bandage is necessary on the scalp at the end of the procedure but a small headband is used which will prevent swelling. The area, where the permanent grafts are taken, is covered by a dressing which will be removed next day.
Almost no visible scarring is left after the graft sites in the frontal area are healed completely and are covered by the transplanted hair. Patients may experience little bit swelling to the forehead area for a few days following the procedure. No food and activity restriction is prescribed after the hair transplant procedure.
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What is the price of Hair Transplant in other countries, compared to Malaysia?
Approximate price of Hair Transplant in other countries compared to Malaysia is:
- India, USD 1600 to USD 2400, approximately 50% lower than Malaysia
- Turkey, USD 1200 to USD 1800, approximately 63% lower than Malaysia
- Thailand, USD 2560 to USD 3840, approximately 20% lower than Malaysia
- Germany, USD 2400 to USD 3600, approximately 25% lower than Malaysia
- Israel, USD 6400 to USD 9600, approximately 100% higher than Malaysia
- Singapore, USD 6400 to USD 9600, approximately 100% higher than Malaysia