Hair Transplant in Mumbai: My Visit to Dr Deepam Shah’s Clinic

As I stepped into the reception of Viva Aesthetic Clinic in South Mumbai for a feature on hair transplant in Mumbai, I was greeted by a calm, professional environment. I introduced myself as a journalist and asked to speak with Dr Deepam Shah about his practice, the procedure and the considerations someone should weigh before undergoing a transplant. What follows is an account of that visit, interview and the wider context for those researching hair restoration in India.

Meeting Dr Deepam Shah and his clinic set-up

Dr Deepam Shah holds an MBBS from the University of Bombay followed by an MD and DNB in Dermatology & Venereology. He also completed a fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine, Hair Transplant, Dermatology & Cosmetology (FAM) at the Institute of Laser & Aesthetic Medicine (ILAMED) in 2014 according to his clinic profile.
When I interviewed him, he described having over a decade of specialist experience, performing more than 2,500 hair-transplant cases at his centre.

His clinic, Viva Aesthetic Clinic, is located in the Opera House/Charni Road area of South Mumbai, in a circa 1000 sq ft facility described as “state-of-the-art” comprising advanced lasers and hair restoration technology.
During the visit I observed a well-lit consultation room, donor-area assessment set-up and a minor surgery suite dedicated to hair follicle harvesting. Dr Shah emphasised that patient selection, donor viability, realistic expectations and after-care are just as critical as the surgery itself.

In discussing the topic of hair transplant in Mumbai, Dr Shah noted that many patients travel from other cities or abroad (NRI patients) for procedures here, which increases the need for transparent communication, documented graft counts and clear recovery guidance.

Other doctors offering similar treatment

While at his clinic I asked Dr Shah about other reputable specialists in Mumbai. Two names he and I noted for comparison:

Dr Viral Desai — listed among “Top 5 Hair Transplant Doctors in Mumbai”.
Dr Malay Mehta — founder of a hair-transplant clinic in Mumbai described as one of the “best known hair transplant surgeons” in the city.

Pros of their treatments (and hair transplants generally):

Improved hair density and scalp aesthetic, especially in androgenetic baldness.
Advanced techniques (eg FUE) minimise visible scarring and enable shorter recovery.
Ability to customise donor harvesting, deal with female pattern hair loss, and combine therapies (PRP, mesotherapy) for enhanced results.

Cons:

Cost can be significant.
The outcome depends on donor hair quality, patient health, and realistic expectations.
Recovery and after-care require discipline; transplanted hair may shed initially (“shock loss”) before regrowth.
Not all baldness or hair-loss cases are fully treatable—ongoing hair loss elsewhere may compromise results unless managed.

Approximate cost range for hair transplant in Mumbai

Based on publicly available data for the city and India overall:

One source suggests hair transplant in Mumbai ranges from about ₹ 30,000 to ₹ 1,50,000 for many cases.
For a moderate graft count (e.g., 1,000-2,000 grafts) advanced techniques may cost ₹ 40,000 to ₹ 70,000 or more.
Per-graft pricing can vary widely: some cite ₹ 50-150 per graft depending on technique, clinic and location.

Dr Shah confirmed that graft count, technique (FUE vs FUT), donor quality and clinic reputation all influence pricing. In his own centre he said graft approximation and budget discussion form part of the initial consultation.

Precautions and after-care advice shared by the doctors

From my interview with Dr Shah, and from literature around hair transplant in Mumbai, key advice includes:

Precautions (pre-procedure):

Ensure donor hair is healthy and scalp is in good condition (no active infection, uncontrolled medical condition).
Realistic expectation: hair density will improve but may not reach original hair volumes, especially if balding is advanced.
Understand the full plan: number of grafts, technique, downtime, follow-up visits.
Avoid certain medications or supplements as directed (e.g., anticoagulants) and stop smoking prior to surgery.

After-care advice:

Follow the surgeon’s advice on head-elevation, sleeping position, avoiding strenuous activity for first few days.
Protect the grafted area from sun-exposure, avoid scratching or rubbing the scalp.
Use prescribed shampoo, avoid harsh chemicals or hot water for initial weeks.
Monitor for signs of infection (redness, pain, swelling beyond expectation) and return to clinic if needed.
Be patient: initial shedding is common (shock loss) followed by gradual regrowth — final result may take 9-12 months.
Maintain hair health with nutrition, avoid further aggressive hair loss (eg treat underlying causes, continue topical/minoxidil if recommended).

Dr Shah emphasised that success is not simply surgery but the combination of skilled harvesting, good graft survival, and disciplined after-care to get the best result from a hair transplant in Mumbai.

My take-away and recommendation

My visit to Dr Deepam Shah’s clinic reinforced that if someone is considering hair transplant in Mumbai, they should treat it as a serious medical procedure—not simply a cosmetic fix. The surgeon’s credentials, the facility’s infrastructure, transparent graft-counting and comprehensive after-care are all vital.

From a journalist’s perspective, I found Viva Aesthetic Clinic to offer credible depth of experience, and I would recommend a consultation with him.

Ultimately, no surgeon or clinic can guarantee “perfect” results, and the patient’s role (in follow-through after care, realistic expectations and managing hair‐loss progression) matters a lot.

Viva Aesthetic Clinic

📍 Charni Road

Timing: 10:30am to 8pm (Monday – Saturday)

📍 Colaba

Timing: 7.30 to 9 pm (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday)

Phone: 93245 89084 | 022 3573 1556

Email: clinicvivacosmetic@gmail.com /

Mail: shahdeepam@yahoo.co.in