Editorial Policy

Who We Are

Asia Patient is an independent research and comparison publisher focused on medical tourism in Thailand. We help international patients make informed decisions about hair transplants and other medical procedures by providing transparent, data-driven clinic comparisons and practical guides.

How We Research Content

Our content is built on three research pillars:

• Forum and community analysis: We monitor Reddit, hair loss forums, RealSelf, and other patient communities to identify real patient experiences, pricing reports, and emerging concerns.
• Medical literature: We reference peer-reviewed studies, clinical guidelines from organizations like ISHRS and ABHRS, and published research on hair transplant techniques and outcomes.
• Credential and price checks: Where possible, we check surgeon credentials against the ABHRS and ISHRS registers and take prices from clinics' own published pages. We document what we can confirm and clearly state when information is based on patient reports.

Editorial Independence

We do not operate on a pay-to-rank model. Clinics cannot pay to be listed higher in our rankings or to receive favorable coverage. We do not use affiliate links or accept advertising from medical providers.

Our evaluations are based solely on the criteria outlined in our evaluation methodology: forum sentiment, credential verification, pricing transparency, procedural standards, and aftercare quality.

Revenue Disclosure

Our free quote form lets you pick the clinics you want a quote from. We may pass your details to those clinics, and only if you tick the box that allows it. Clinics may pay a referral fee when a patient books through us. This never influences our rankings or recommendations. Clinics that pay referral fees receive the same evaluation criteria as those that do not.

Content Update Policy

Medical tourism is a dynamic field. Clinics change ownership, doctors move, pricing shifts, and new information emerges from patient experiences. We commit to:

• Updating content when we receive credible reports of significant changes (pricing, doctor changes, safety concerns)
• Clearly dating all content so readers know how current the information is
• Replacing a figure with a sourced one, or removing it, when we can no longer back it up

Corrections and Feedback

We take accuracy seriously. If you find incorrect information, outdated pricing, or other errors, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Include specific details about the error, the page URL, and any supporting documentation
• When an error is confirmed, we update the page

What We Do Not Publish

To maintain trust and accuracy, we avoid:

• Unverified claims about clinic outcomes or success rates
• Medical advice or recommendations about whether a specific individual should pursue a procedure
• Promotional content disguised as editorial coverage
• Speculation about clinics or doctors without documented evidence

Medical Disclaimer

Asia Patient is an informational resource, not a medical provider. All content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making medical decisions. See our Terms of Service for full disclaimers.