Decided to have fut procedure - few questions

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I have done thorough research in a short period of time ( 4 weeks ) after meeting with many surgeons on the west coast and a few on the east coast i have concluded to have the FUT procedure. Noting i have 2 more consults.
At the moment i have it narrowed down to the following
West Coast - Dr Dauer
East Coast - Dr. Dorin and Dr. Feller ( also considering Hasson and Wong )

My issue in consideration with one of the surgeons is for the FUT, they have a policy to shave the recipient area, which means i may as well shave my head, and I'm not keen on having my donor scar show. Has anyone has experience with a shaved head and donor scar and how long before hair is covering it up. Is the outcome better shaving the recipient area and does this limit the shock loss?

I have pending consults with Dr. Mohebi and Dr. Rahal, i was considering Shapiro as well but i think i have seen so many good potentials that are more convenient