DHI Panamá (DHI Hair Restoration Clinic)

DHI Panamá is a private hair restoration clinic in Panama City. It opened in 2006 as part of the global DHI Medical Group network. This network has offered hair loss solutions since 1970 and now operates in 42 countries. The clinic treats both men and women with regenerative scalp protocols and surgical restoration.

Accreditations and Professional Standings

The clinic follows strict medical protocols and quality standards set by DHI Global. Its medical director and surgical team hold international credentials in hair restoration:

• Certification from the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS).
• Membership in the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).

Dr. Juan Vlieg leads the clinical team as Medical Director. He has over 10 years of experience and has performed thousands of hair transplants.

Hair Restoration and Surgical Specialties

The clinic focuses on Direct Hair Implantation (DHI), a follicle-by-follicle surgical technique. Unlike traditional transplants, surgeons use a specialized tool to control each hair's depth, angle, and direction. The procedure uses local anesthesia and requires no scalpels, incisions, or sutures.

Specialists apply DHI to several restoration areas:

• Scalp hair transplants for varying degrees of baldness.
• Beard and mustache restoration for improved facial hair density.
• Eyebrow restoration for natural-looking facial framing.

Treatment plans start only after a detailed medical assessment. This evaluation confirms whether the patient is a good candidate and defines the follicle count needed for balanced results.

Regenerative Scalp Therapies

DHI Panamá offers non-surgical protocols that strengthen existing hair and stimulate follicle health. These work as standalone treatments or as support after surgery.

PRFCC (Plasma Rico en Factores de Crecimiento Concentrados) is a primary offering. It uses concentrated growth factors from the patient's own blood to nourish the scalp.

The clinic also provides Exosome therapy for scalp regeneration. A microneedling device creates microchannels in the skin, so regenerative actives can penetrate without surgery or downtime. Capillary mesotherapy is another option – personalized solutions are injected superficially to treat follicle weakening and thinning hair.

Specialized Medical Technology

The facility uses patented instruments and diagnostic tools for precision treatment. Every surgical procedure relies on the DHI Implanter, which removes the need for pre-made holes in the recipient area. This preserves surrounding tissue and improves graft survival rates.

For non-surgical treatments, the team uses the Dermapen microneedling system. It creates controlled micro-injuries that trigger natural healing while delivering active ingredients. The clinic also has specialized centrifugation equipment to process PRGF (Plasma Rich in Growth Factors), producing high concentrations of regenerative proteins for scalp injections.

Services for International Patients

DHI Panamá runs a dedicated coordination process for patients traveling from abroad. It starts with a free virtual consultation where specialists review photos for a preliminary assessment. The team then helps with trip planning by recommending hotels and scheduling the procedure to fit travel dates.

International service features include:

• Airport transfers for arrivals and departures.
• Hotel accommodations near the clinic.
• One-day outpatient surgery for efficient travel.
• Remote follow-up care via direct contact and photo reviews during the growth phase.

Post-operative support continues for several months as new hair grows. Patients receive specific guidance on recovery – including sleeping positions and washing techniques – to get the best results.