FUE / FUT Hair Transplant in Midtown NYC

Name: FUE / FUT Hair Transplant
Brand: StudioMD
Rating: 3.9 (107 reviews)

A personalized hair-transplant plan using advanced FUE and FUT techniques can restore density, rebuild your hairline, and create long-lasting, natural results tailored to your goals.

20+ Years Experience
2,500+ Cases
Starting at $4,500

Restore Thinning Areas With Advanced, Natural-Looking Hair Transplantation

StudioMD offers the most modern and minimally invasive hair-transplant options in Manhattan for men and women experiencing pattern hair loss, thinning, or recession. Our experienced medical team uses refined FUE and FUT methods to rebuild density, restore your hairline, and create results that look seamless from every angle. Whether you’re in the early stages of hair loss or exploring a permanent solution after years of thinning, we design every treatment around your individual needs.

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$11,000 $6,500

StudioMD Approach

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We Don't Just Restore, We Maintain

Hair Restoration Must be Approached Comprehensively in a Partnership with Your Provider

In today's world with rapidly evolving science & medicine, relying on one method short-changes your efforts

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“I’m grateful that StudioMD was there for me.”

What Is a Hair Transplant?

A hair transplant is a surgical procedure that relocates strong, permanent follicles from the back or sides of the scalp to areas where thinning has occurred. Unlike older “plug” techniques, modern transplants use tiny follicular units—typically 1–3 hairs each—to create soft, natural-looking growth that blends with your remaining hair. StudioMD Midtown offers both FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) and FUT (Follicular Unit Transplant) to ensure the right match for every patient.

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We Achieve the Highest Success Rates in the Industry Quality of Our Results Stems from the Care of Our In-House Team and their Experience

The age, ethnicity and donor density determine which techniques & designs we use. See our tesyimonial videos below.

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Hair Transplant (FUE) Review and Testimonial

“Every one of them went above and beyond...”

“I had the pleasure of having Maria, Andy, Cristina, and Natalie work on my FUE hair transplant, and I can tell that the level of service I experienced was beyond outstanding. Every one of them went above and beyond to ensure not only my needs were satisfied, but also that every level of detail, from how I was feeling during and after the procedure, made me feel I was really being taken care of by the highest level of professionals. I can't thank each of you enough for how you made me feel, your attentiveness, and attention to all the details you showed me with so much compassion. I am very appreciative of this team and will strongly, highly recommend StudioMD at 57th Street, as a 5-star place.”

—Johnny R. Yelp

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How FUT Hair Transplant Works

High Graft Yield From a Single Procedure

FUT, also known as the strip method, removes a thin strip of graft-rich scalp from the back of the head. This technique can harvest a large number of grafts at once, ideal for patients needing significant density.

Microscopic Follicular Dissection

After the strip is removed, the follicles are carefully dissected under a microscope to ensure maximum graft survival and long-lasting results.

Efficient Treatment for Larger Areas

FUT allows providers to address extensive thinning in fewer sessions and is often ideal for patients with advanced hair loss.

Cost-Effective Compared to FUE

For patients requiring a high graft count, FUT may be the most practical and budget-friendly option.

How FUE Hair Transplant Works

Follicle Extraction With No Linear Scar

During an FUE transplant, individual hair follicles are removed one by one using a micro-punch tool. This technique avoids a linear incision and leaves only tiny dot-like marks that are barely noticeable once healed.

Strategic Implantation for Natural Results

Each graft is placed according to your natural growth direction, density patterns, and facial structure. This ensures the hairline looks organic rather than “surgical.”

Fast Healing and Minimal Downtime

Most patients return to daily activities within 1–3 days. Because there is no incision, the recovery process is smoother and more comfortable.

Ideal for Short Haircuts

FUE is especially popular with patients who prefer to wear their hair short, as there is no visible strip scar in the donor area.

What to Expect During Your Procedure

A typical hair transplant in Manhattan at StudioMD takes several hours, depending on the number of grafts. After the donor area is anesthetized, grafts are harvested using either FUE or FUT. Once the follicles are prepared, tiny channels are created in the thinning areas following your natural growth pattern. Each graft is precisely placed to create the appearance of a fuller and more youthful hairline. Most patients return to non-strenuous activities within a few days. Full results develop over twelve months as the transplanted hairs cycle and mature.

Recovery After FUE / FUT Hair Transplant

Most patients return to normal routines within one to two weeks, depending on the method used. FUE typically heals more quickly, while FUT requires additional time for the incision to heal. During recovery, you may experience:

Mild swelling around the forehead
Scabbing in the transplanted areas
Temporary tightness or tenderness
Initial shedding of transplanted hairs

These effects are normal and temporary. The newly placed follicles enter a resting phase before beginning their growth cycle.

When to Expect Results

New growth begins around three to four months after the procedure. From there, progress continues steadily:

Months 4–6: noticeable early growth
Month 6: approximately 50–60% visible results
Months 9–12: fuller density, thicker strands
Month 12–14: final matured results

Hair grows in cycles, so density improves gradually over time. Your results will be permanent, as transplanted follicles retain their resistance to thinning.

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Why Choose StudioMD Midtown?

StudioMD Midtown delivers a results-driven, medically guided approach to hair restoration. Our team has decades of combined experience in natural hairline design, precision graft placement, follicle preservation, and long-term treatment planning.

Over 20 years of surgical hair-transplant experience
Expertise in FUE, FUT, and combination-method treatment
Customized hairline design for natural, age-appropriate results
Options including exosome therapy, PRFM, and LED therapy to support long-term growth
Full transparency on graft counts, expectations, and outcome timelines
A Midtown location designed for comfort, privacy, and patient-centered care

Meet Your Providers In aesthetics, provider quality & experience mean everything.

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Dr. Ali Khan, MD

Physician

Dr. Ali Khan, with 18+ years in aesthetics, is a Smartlipo pioneer with 5,000+ procedures performed. He specializes in liposuction, injectables, hair restoration, and minor surgical treatments.

Dr. Sadaf Qazi, DO

Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr. Sadaf Qazi is a skilled cosmetic surgeon specializing in body contouring, facial procedures, and injectables. Her expertise spans tummy tucks, BBL, liposuction, breast augmentation, blepharoplasty, and advanced dermal filler techniques.

Dr. Amar Singh, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Amar Singh is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience. Trained in multiple fellowships, he specializes in facial plastic surgery, liposuction, injectables, and advanced laser treatments, while actively teaching future surgeons.

Dr. Kathryn Alcarez, MD

Physician

Dr. Kathryn Alcarez is an experienced Primary Care Physician with 13+ years of experience and specializes in dermal fillers, wellness, and skin rejuvenation treatments. Her caring approach to her patients is to provide the best preventative care modalities and evidence based medicine possible to maintain their long term health and wellness.

Maria Rivera, RN

Clinical & Operations Director for Hair Restoration

Maria Rivera has over twenty years of experience in the medical field and hair restoration and is a leading expert in FUE, FUT, hair injections and everything else about hair loss treatments and procedures.

Our Locations

Brooklyn, NY

32 Court St #1104,
Brooklyn, NY 11201

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Larchmont, NY

65 Wendt Ave, Ground Floor,
Larchmont, NY 10538

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Long Island, NY

100 Garden City Plaza, Suite 105,
Garden City, NY 11530

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Midtown, NYC

7 W 51st St, Floor 6,
New York, NY 10019

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SoHo, NYC

150 Spring St Floor 2,
New York, NY 10012

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White Plains, NY

16 Church St,
White Plains, NY 10601

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Mendham, NJ

5 Cold Hill Rd S Unit 26,
Mendham Borough, NJ 07945

Call StudioMD on the phone at (973) 828-7573 Google Business Schedule a Consultation

Darien, CT

1101 Post Road,
Darien, CT 06820

Call StudioMD on the phone at (203) 621-0641 Google Business Schedule a Consultation

Glen Mills, PA

736 Baltimore Pike, Ste 8,
Glen Mills, PA 19342

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Frequently Asked Questions FUE / FUT Hair Transplant

How many grafts will I need?

The number of grafts varies by degree of hair loss, donor density, and your desired outcome. Most patients require 1,500–4,000 grafts, though some may need significantly more.

Is the procedure painful?

Local anesthesia ensures you remain comfortable throughout the transplant. Most patients feel only mild pressure or vibration from the instruments.

Can transplanted hair thin over time?

Transplanted follicles typically remain permanent, but natural aging may still cause some minimal thinning over decades. Many patients use PRFM, exosome therapy, or prescriptions to support long-term density.

Do FUE and FUT look natural?

Yes—modern techniques use tiny grafts and individualized placement to mimic natural follicle direction, density, and spacing.

Am I a candidate?

Ideal candidates have stable hair loss, adequate donor density, realistic expectations, and good overall health. A consultation helps determine your most effective treatment path.

Is FUE or FUT better?

Neither method is universally “better”—the right choice depends on your hair type, donor supply, goals, and short- vs. long-term priorities. Your provider will help determine the best option.