Barry's Journey

I first went to Clinic Del Mondo in May ’05. Of course I was a little anxious, as I think most people are, but after sitting and talking for a while at my initial consultation, I soon settled & felt very comfortable.

I was not at all happy about my hair loss, didn’t want to wear a wig & had little faith in pills & lotions. I was also very sceptical about transplants, having only ever seen the old plug style – I didn’t realise that the latest transplants were undetectable so of course the old ‘doll’s head’ look was the only type I had ever noticed.

All the information on the latest technique was explained in detail, along with a guarantee that if over 90% growth was not achieved, then replacement hairs would be given free of charge – this statement alone told me they were highly professional, committed & dedicated to their work. I decided to go ahead with a transplant scheduled for June.

My first procedure was 1500 grafts at the front area and I was told to wait the usual 6 months before seeing any decent growth. But after only 3 months, I was seeing significant growth, delighted with the result and starting to feel better about myself. A second procedure of 1500 grafts were transplanted to my crown area and, once again, the results have been outstanding. I’m absolutely thrilled. As you can see from these photos, it’s been a remarkable journey.

"My only regret is that I didn’t do this earlier – it’s changed my life! Just look at my photos below."

Testimonial from Peter Compton

Hi, my name is Peter Compton. As I was the proprietor of a very busy gymnasium, Archers Gym on the Gold Coast, I was very conscious of my personal appearance.

I am now 56 years old and my story started many years ago when I had a full head of hair. I guess that makes me fairly qualified to write this hair loss story, so let’s begin.

As I washed my hair in the mornings, I saw all the hair in my hands and then later, in the basin from combing my hair. I wondered how long before I would go bald! I was only 25 years old, and the shower drain was starting to block.

My hair receded from the temples but my crown was still ok, so I started to comb my hair forward.

My mates started to call me baldy! My dad and his brothers were bald – you know – the donut thing……the writing was on the wall for me.

I contacted a well known clinic in Sydney, and after a consultation and costing, I set about trying to somehow regain a head of hair.

To cut a long story short, I had many scalp reductions and then four separate sessions of plug grafting. To the best of my knowledge, those procedures are no longer carried out or, if so, very little.

The end result was as good as could be expected in 1978-82 i.e. an un-natural hair line with the plug grafts showing a “tufting” appearance and a scar from the front of my head, right down the middle to the back of my head.

I could comb my hair and get somewhat of a hair style and make myself accept that at least for the time being that this is as good as it gets.

Many years later, now living and working on the Gold Coast, I had the good fortune to meet up with Geoff from Clinic Del Mondo, through an ad in the Sun newspaper. Geoff consulted with me and again I decided after 20 years since my last procedures in regaining hair, I would have another shot at it. I must admit, Geoff was thorough and gave me the absolute truth about which treatment would be best for me and how to go about it. I am truly grateful for that.

We went for synthetic hair replacement, because my own donor hair was almost non- existent. It was decided that we would try a small number of synthetic hairs as a test to see how the synthetics would react with my scalp. The colour was a perfect match, and of course , I had instant hair. After 3 months I then had more implanted at the top and back of my head which covered my scar with startling results. Can you imagine how I felt? In just a few short hours, all my scarring was no longer visible. I couldn’t believe it. My hairdresser could not believe it either! He had trouble coming to grips with the fact that it didn’t grow!!!

The results were so good, that Del Mondo and Biofibre (the synthetic hair manufacturers), asked if I would appear as their model at the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (I.S.H.R.S.) meeting in Chicago. Many thanks to Biofibre for a wonderful trip and great hair.

During this time, Geoff suggested I take a small tablet daily called ‘Propecia’, which has been designed scientifically to assist hair regrowth. Sure enough, my hair did thicken up to the extent that now I had some viable donor sites from which to forest my own hair follicles for a transplant.

I then had about 800 new hair grafts transplanted in front of my existing hair line and in between existing hair from the original plug grafts. The procedure was virtually pain free. The donor site was uncomfortable, not painful, for about 2 weeks until the sutures were removed.

It took about 9 or 10 days for the scabs to fall off around my hairline, so I wore a cap for this time and still worked daily in my normal job at the gym.

Some three months later, I noticed fine hairs popping up, and I can tell you – I was fairly excited to see my own hair growing out of a scalp that hadn’t seen hair for many years. The new hair growth slowly began to cover the old plug grafts. That was in late 2003.

Since then, I have had another 500 grafts placed in amongst them. The only downside is that I wish I had met Geoff many years ago but the technology was not around then.

As a result, although it is normal, the shock to the scalp can cause some grafted hair to shed temporarily. This was the case for me. The hair that was grafted into my hairline in late 2003 had thinned a little after my second procedure, but within a matter of weeks, it was all regrowing.

So now I am starting to see my new hair growth, slowly thickening - I can’t wait!!

The donor sites at the back of my head are very, very feint and healed perfectly. A bonus was the Del Mondo team were able to remove many of the old, round plug holes, leaving far less scarring than before. Where the hairs were placed around my hairline shows no scarring because each hair is placed singularly and the holes made to insert them are only very tiny as you can imagine.

My hairline has always been naturally high, so it was not brought down lower but it looks ok on me and looks really natural.

"SO YEAH - I’M A VERY HAPPY CHAP,
THANKS TO THE DEL MONDO TEAM"

My name is Alan. I am now in my 60’s and, like a lot of men, I suffered hair loss from my 30’s. I didn’t feel good about myself and lost some of my self confidence, especially when meeting people through my business. I was not happy about my continuing hair loss through the years but I wasn’t sure what could be done or even where to start looking, so I didn’t make a decision to address the problem. After some time, I realised my destiny was in my own hands and no-one else was going to fix the problem if I didn’t do it.

One of the best decisions I made (on the recommendation of my hairdresser) was to call Clinic Del Mondo and speak to a very knowledgeable and understanding person who then introduced me to the staff at Clinic Del Mondo. That was a few years ago and during that time I have had 2 hair transplant procedures which I consider as money very well spent and a good investment in myself. I cannot speak highly enough of their staff who performed my transplants. All are highly skilled and warm people who make you feel that you are in good hands. I have remained friends with all the people at Clinic Del Mondo and happily recommend the Clinic to anyone enquiring about their own hair loss problem.

Recently, Geoff from the Clinic told me about their new, use-at-home laser therapy. He explained that the laser therapy works in 2 ways:

* Firstly, although my transplanted hair would last forever, the laser therapy would enhance its growth and general condition.

* Secondly, and most importantly, the laser program would encourage new growth, maintain my existing hair and help to stop further hair loss.

As you can see from my photos, the combined treatments at Clinic Del Mondo have made a huge difference. I am very happy with the results and more than happy to speak personally to anyone suffering hair loss.

Please feel free to call me on 0407 508877.

Robert was very unhappy with his hair loss, in fact he was downright miserable not knowing who to turn to or where to go for honest advice. It was affecting him socially, his self esteem was diminishing day by day, eventually getting to the point where he needed his security blanket permanently, i.e. he would not remove his beloved hat at all.

During his search for an answer to his hair loss, he had visited other hair replacement centres, some wanting to fit a wig onto his scalp, calling it “hair by hair, looking just like your own but, by the way, you need to come back every few weeks for aftercare and re-fitting” and, adding insult to injury, ……more money……more disillusionment. Finally someone suggested Robert should see a Trichologist, a specialist in hair and scalp problems. During his appointment with the Trichologist, Robert was told that hair micro-grafting was the only permanent answer for his hair loss. Clinic Del Mondo was recommended for a consultation.

By the time Robert first came to Clinic Del Mondo, he was completely sceptical. The unknown can be somewhat overwhelming at times and, with his self image at such a low ebb, Robert even had difficulty removing his hat for assessment. After many in-clinic consultations and questions over the phone, Robert came to the conclusion that hair micro-grafting was the only satisfactory method that would give him the results he was looking for. Now looking forward to correcting the problem that had plagued him for so long, Robert made the date for his procedure.

The best thing for the team at Clinic Del Mondo was the day we received a phone call from Robert, about 3 months after his transplant. He excitedly announced:

“Guess what? I’m not wearing my hat any more!! I love it”.

“Enjoyed Geoff’s personal service. I found it comforting to speak directly to him rather than a sales person. Everyone was very professional and friendly. Thanks for making a difficult day easy.”
Tony, Lismore.

“Always caring and professional. Having had transplants elsewhere, Clinic Del Mondo was the most relaxing, painless and friendliest clinic that sets a high standard for all to follow.”
Wayne, Loganholme.

“ I was made to feel completely at ease with the best care I have ever received. The procedure was a success. Thanks Clinic Del Mondo.”
Susan, Tweed Heads.

“All staff members portrayed outstanding professionalism. I have now had 3 transplants with Clinic Del Mondo, and I am very satisfied with the present outcome.”
Bob, Wavell Heights.

“All staff were prompt & professional, the information given was very informative. Very happy with my first transplant, so I came back for a second one. Thanks Clinic Del Mondo.”
Doug, Southport.

“Excellent. I felt very comfortable. To all the staff, thank you very much.”
Trevor, Ashmore.

"Dear Sir,
I recently underwent micro graft surgery at your office, only to find the results of the procedure was nothing but first class, the "hair" implants are very natural looking, I would also like to mention that I was very impressed by the professionalism of all staff members and look forward to further surgery in the near future.
Many thanks"
Neil

Dear Geoff,
I wanted to take the time to thank you for your help in regaining my hairline. I don't really know how to thank you for what you say is your job, at what was my despair and anguish.

Please show this unsolicited letter to your prospective customers with my comments.

As you know, I commenced wearing hair pieces in 1988 in the USA. The pieces were state of the art and fitted at an exclusive clinic which serviced the likes of Burt Reynolds, William Shatner and many, many other Hollywood celebrities, however most of $2,000.00 pieces were replaced by actual hair transplants in the early 1990's.

I arrived back to Australia in 1994 and sort your advice resulting in my purchasing your artificial hairs, later you councelled me to try a hair transplant of which I did by the transplanting of 1000 grafts at your Wickham Tce offices in Brisbane.

I admit to some scepticism at the time, but, 12 months after the procedure, I am parting my hair again. I can't tell you how this has affected me personally other than to say that I am in wonderment every morning when I face the mirror.

This procedure has very little pain to it which in my case lasted less than a few days and all the time bearable. It is worth "every penny and every dollar" as it is something that goes with me everywhere, no matter what Car I drive or suite I wear, In short, the best money I have spent in a long time.

I wish you well and of course, I will return to you for further consultations.

Warmest regards"
Captain Glen Conrad

Dear Geoff,

I am witing to tell you how happy I am with my hair transplant. The first was done on June 14th and now some 6 months later I am due for my first haircut. I cannot believe the difference it has made to me both visually and psychologically My face now has a frame and my friends tell me that I have taken 10 years off my age.

It is surprising that no one has really picked the transplant, all I hear is "You are looking so well" , not having to have the "Flip Top" hair style, as my daughters described it, has made life so much easier. No longer do I need to get the prevailing winds forecast before I go out and no more hair spray and no more caps.

Before the transplant I hated swimming because when I came out of the water I was very self conscious of my hair or lack of it. Now I feel totally confident and self assured. As you know I had the second on December 14th which now gives me 100% coverage of a previously bald scalp.

I must commend both your staff on the professional manner in which you manage Clinic Delmondo. I found that the actual transplant was a breeze and the after care and advice given was in keeping with the high standards of your clinic.

Warmest regards"
Barry Louis.

Admitting System for procedure

Well planned and coordinated from the outset. Pre-operative information sharing adequate and appropriate and, in retrospect, honest.
I left the Gold Coast Clinic feeling positive, encouraged to follow through with a telephone call and a further visit to obtain answers to queries and, ultimately, this instilled confidence to follow up with an appointment.

Clinic Care

1. Friendly, relaxed and good sense of humour combined with an atmosphere of the utmost professionalism fostered a feeling of "I'm in good hands". The session plan was an excellent approach - staff interactions / entertainment initially followed by video viewing.

2. Other than the obvious injections there were only a few that I felt and they were not significant to inform (I would have if they caused discomfort outside my pain threshold).

Discharge

Post -operative information explained thoroughly at the clinic and during the follow up telephone calls.

General

I would certainly recommend Clinic Del Mondo to others who wish to investigate hair transplant surgery.

Further comments

I considered hair transplant surgery for some years. What held me back was my concern I would be seated in a waiting room with my male counterparts whose hair loss was more significant than mine. hence, thinking and feeling "what the heck am I doing here!!". Had I realised the level of privacy and confidentiality extended to the patients of Clinic Del Mondo I would have initiated this procedure sooner. On the other hand, I guess the procedure is more advanced now and therefore, I benefited from delaying my decision to follow through.

There may be other women who have the same concerns who need to learn of the level of privacy, confidentiality and individuality extended to each potential patient of the clinic.

How you successfully advertise this - I don't know."
Wendy
12th February 2004