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BUYER BEWARE: MEDICAL TOURISM FOR HAIR TRANSPLANTS CAN HAVE COSTLY CONSEQUENCES

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International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery warns of technicians spawning black market to perform hair transplants   GENEVA, IL. – May 18, 2016. While medical tourism for cosmetic surgery is a growing trend, the lure of scenic landscapes and less expensive surgeries can prove to be a one-way trip to unsuccessful and unsafe procedures when performed illegally by technicians rather than

Volunteer Hair Restoration Physicians Helping Patients Restore Hair Through Unique Pro Bono Program

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Tuesday, January 12, 2016 VOLUNTEER HAIR RESTORATION PHYSICIANS HELPING PATIENTS RESTORE HAIR THROUGH UNIQUE PRO BONO PROGRAM Operation Restore offers free hair transplants for patients in need   GENEVA, IL – January 12, 2016. Hair loss that occurs at any age and under any circumstance can be disheartening. But for those experiencing traumatic hair loss due to an injury or as

Getting to the Root of Hair Loss in Young People is Key to Treatment

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Hair loss experts recommend proper assessment at first signs of hair loss in youngsters   GENEVA, IL. – December 7, 2015. While hair loss at any age can be upsetting, it can be particularly hard when hair loss occurs in adolescents or young adults. And in the age of social media where posting selfies are the norm, premature hair loss can

Research Grants Helping Fund Promising New Studies Aimed at Better Understanding, Treating Hair Loss

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International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery at the Forefront of Hair Restoration Education, Research   Geneva, IL – December 2, 2015. For more than 20 years, the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) Scientific Research, Grants & Awards Committee has been recognizing and awarding grants to clinical investigators dedicated to research in hair loss and hair restoration. While hair restoration

International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Announces 2015 Award Recipients

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GENEVA, IL (October 22, 2015) The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) recently honored four distinguished persons for their outstanding contributions to the profession of hair restoration surgery. The award recipients were honored at the ISHRS 23rd Annual Scientific Meeting in Chicago, Ill., USA, in September 2015.   The Manfred Lucas Award is a lifetime achievement award and the ISHRS’s highest

SURVEY FINDS NON-SCALP HAIR TRANSPLANTS SURGE IN POPULARITY

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Hair restoration procedures targeting face, chest, eyelashes increased 95 percent worldwide   GENEVA, IL. – September 23, 2015 The latest trend in hair restoration surgery is proving to be anything but a passing fad. In fact, a new member survey conducted by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) shows that more people are seeking non-scalp hair restoration procedures to

Shakira Named Female Celebrity with Best Hair by World’s Leading Hair Experts (ISHRS Annual Meeting Overview)

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23rd Annual Scientific Meeting of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Spotlights Latest Research, Scientific Advances in Treating Hair Loss   GENEVA, IL. – August 27, 2015. Colombian-born singer/songwriter Shakira, one of the best known Latin-American pop artists, now has another accolade to add to her long list of career achievements — best hair. The world’s foremost hair restoration physicians

ISHRS 2015 Practice Census – New Survey Finds Growing Demand for Proven Hair Loss Treatments

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Number of hair restoration surgeries increased 76 percent worldwide   GENEVA, IL. – August 5, 2015. Results released today of a new member survey conducted by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) show more men — and women — are turning to hair restoration surgery as a permanent, natural-looking solution to combat hair loss.    The worldwide volume of surgical hair

New Research Finds Hair Grafting A Promising Therapy For Chronic Leg Ulcers

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  Geneva, IL – May 27, 2015.While hair transplantation has been used successfully for decades to treat hair loss, a new pilot study conducted by a physician member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) has found hair follicle grafting can help treat patients with non-healing chronic leg ulcers. This cutting-edge research was partially funded by ISHRS, which

International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Announces 2014 Award Recipients

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  GENEVA, IL (October 20, 2014)The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) recently honored four distinguished members for their outstanding service and dedication to the profession of hair restoration surgery. The award recipients were honored at the ISHRS 22nd Annual Scientific Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in October 2014.    The Manfred Lucas Award is the ISHRS’s highest honor

Hair Cloning Eyed as Futuristic Hair Loss Therapy

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International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Reviews Promising New Research in Follicular Cell Implantation   Geneva, IL – June 3, 2014.With hair restoration surgery at an all-time high worldwide, researchers are continually investigating new technologies and therapies to further enhance hair restoration and expand the use of this refined surgery as the demand for permanent hair loss solutions continues to grow.

Beard Transplants: Hollywood Hype or True Trend?

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International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Addresses Trend Buzz   Geneva, IL – May 5, 2014.Sporting a beard has become quite popular among Hollywood’s leading men, but the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) finds recent reports of a growing trend in beard or facial hair transplants may be more hype than reality for the average man.   When

International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Achieves ACCME Accreditation with Commendation for Educational Activities

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International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Addresses Trend Buzz   Geneva, IL – March 31, 2014.The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) – the largest international medical association of hair restoration surgeons – announced today that the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) awarded the ISHRS Accreditation with Commendation for six years as a provider of continuing medical

World Renowned Hair Transplant Experts Convene For 20th Annual Orlando Live Surgery Workshop, April 9-12, 2014

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Latest trends in hair restoration and commitment to social responsibility to be featured   Geneva, IL – March 24, 2014. The world’s longest running and most popular workshop on hair transplantation – the Orlando Live Surgery Workshop – will celebrate its 20th Anniversary April 9-12, 2014, at Lake Faith Surgery Center in Maitland, Fla.   Hosted by Orlando-based hair restoration surgeon