Archive · 3 Aug 2025
British Man Dies Before Hair Transplant in Turkey
A British man named Martyn Latchman went to Turkey for a hair transplant but sadly passed away before the surgery even began.
He became unwell during the preparation stage at the clinic.
The clinic says they did all the necessary health checks beforehand, and everything seemed okay.
Emergency medical care was provided, but he didn't make it.
Now, the Turkish police are looking into what happened.
Latchman had previously worked as a teacher and recently as a defense contractor.
His family is getting support from the British government.
A British man, Martyn Latchman, died in Turkey before a hair transplant procedure.
The incident occurred during the preparation stage at Dr Cinik clinic in Istanbul.
Latchman had previously worked as a teacher and recently as a defense contractor.
Turkish police have launched an investigation into the death.
The clinic stated all medical evaluations were conducted, and the patient was cleared for surgery.
- Who
- Martyn Latchman, a British man.
- What
- A British man died before a hair transplant procedure in Turkey.
- When
- The incident occurred during the preparation stage of the procedure.
- Where
- Istanbul, Turkey, at the Dr Cinik clinic.
- Why
- The reason for his death is still unknown; an investigation is underway.
Family
Dr. Cinik Clinic
Transparency
Family
Family is grieving the loss of their loved one and seeking answers.
Dr. Cinik Clinic
Clinic statement says they have shared all medical records with the authorities and are cooperating fully.
- Deceased
- Martyn Latchman
- Age
- 38
- Location of incident
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Clinic
- Dr Cinik clinic
- Procedure Cost
- Around £1,500 (Rs 1.73 lakh)
- Investigation
- Turkish police