Hair Transplant
Who Qualifies for a Hair Transplant? Clinic Criteria
Many people wonder upfront whether they even qualify. Short version: it's not Flymedica who assesses this — it's the clinic's doctor, based on photos and a short health conversation.
Published: 23 August 2026 · Updated: 15 September 2026
Who actually decides
The consultant collects photos and passes them along — the qualification itself is carried out by the partner clinic's doctor. They assess scalp photos from several angles plus a short health history.
What the doctor looks at
- How much donor area is available — usually the back and sides of the head.
- How advanced the hair loss is and what pattern it follows.
- General health and any medication that could affect healing.
- Age — the procedure is generally considered for adults.
How to take good photos
A preliminary review needs a complete, comparable set rather than a single close-up of the area that worries you. The current Flymedica form asks for seven views: face and hairline, top, crown, both profiles, a chin-up view and the donor area.
Even daylight, dry hair without concealing products and unfiltered images reduce uncertainty. Follow the full guide on taking photos for a hair transplant consultation. Photographs support only an initial review and do not replace an examination or medical assessment.
Eligibility comes before planning a procedure
This article explains “Who Qualifies for a Hair Transplant? Clinic Criteria”, but a transplant requires an individual assessment of the scalp, donor area and type of hair loss. The doctor decides whether a procedure, another treatment or postponing the decision is appropriate.
During a consultation, ask about the scope of treatment, realistic expectations, possible risks, preparation, aftercare and all costs. A price list or online photographs cannot replace medical eligibility assessment.
Medical sources
- A practical guide to the standardization of hair loss photography for clinicians, Clinical and Experimental Dermatology.
- Hair Transplant Practice Guidelines, donor-area assessment and documentation.
The content on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Each case requires an individual consultation. Treatment results depend on patient characteristics and are not guaranteed.
Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Flymedica decide if I qualify?
No — that's always the partner clinic's doctor. Flymedica only helps forward the photos and arrange contact.
From what age can someone get a hair transplant?
It's generally considered for adults, though the decision is always made individually.