Consultation with creation of treatment plan in Elithair (Elit Hair Transplant & Medical Aesthetics Clinic / Elit Klinik)

Elithair is a hair restoration center in Istanbul's Vadi district. Founded in 2010, the clinic occupies an 18,000 m² facility across 13 floors. The medical team treats hair loss in men and women through surgical and non-surgical methods. A structured five-doctor concept guides every case. Each physician oversees a specific phase of restoration. All procedures take place on-site in 65 operating rooms built for international patients.

Accreditations and Achievements

The clinic holds several international quality certifications. It is a TÜV-certified hair clinic with ISO 9001:2015 certification for its management systems. The Turkish Ministry of Health licenses the facility, which also serves as a medical teaching center. Elithair was named the Hair Transplant Test Winner 2026 for Turkey. The team has treated over 150,000 patients from more than 90 countries, including the USA and Europe.

Hair Restoration and Transplantation

Dr. Abdulaziz Balwi leads the surgical department. He has 15 years of experience in hair surgery and is state-authorized to train other surgeons. The clinic treats androgenetic alopecia and other hair loss conditions. Specialists use the DHI technique as standard. This method relies on a CHOI pen for direct implantation without pre-made incisions. It protects existing hair and allows higher graft density.

Treatments include several specialized options:

• FUE and Sapphire FUE hair transplantation
• Exclusive NEO FUE extraction and conditioning
• Beard and eyebrow restoration
• Women's hair transplantation
• Refinement of failed transplants from other facilities

Each case begins with the Pre-Test System – six medical tests and a detailed scalp analysis. Surgeons use this data to assess donor capacity and graft needs. For non-surgical options, the clinic offers PRP treatment and scalp micropigmentation. The Elithair App manages aftercare, providing digital progress tracking and personalized recovery tips.

Technological Innovation and Patient Comfort

Elithair uses proprietary methods to improve outcomes and comfort. The Sleep-Deep method is a specialized anesthesia approach that induces deep relaxation. Patients undergo surgery without stress or pain. A dedicated anesthesiologist monitors them throughout. The clinic also uses SDHI techniques – a method exclusive to this facility. It combines FUE extraction with specialized implantation for precise hairline work. Trichoscopy and microscopic scalp biopsies support diagnostic assessments when needed.

International Patient Services

The clinic handles all logistics for patients traveling from abroad. Support is available in English, Arabic, French, and Farsi. Each patient receives a remote assessment before traveling. This determines suitability and estimated costs. The facility includes the in-house Elit-Hotel – a 4-star option directly within the clinic building.

Services for international visitors include:

• VIP shuttle transfers between airport and clinic
• Personal escort upon arrival in Istanbul
• Translator support during all consultations
• Dedicated aftercare team for remote follow-up

European patients can also access follow-up care or PRP treatments at branch locations. These centers are in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Munich, Frankfurt, and Stuttgart.