Feasibility Study for Establishing a Hair Implant Clinic in Bogotá: Accessibility and Quality Model

October 2024 in “ Revista Científica Dynamikos ”

Johanna Mildred Méndez Sayago, Gabriel Andrés Ledezma Peña, Lina Marcela Márquez Espinosa, Laura Valentina Suárez Barbosa

hair implant alopecia androgenic alopecia hair restoration surgical technique

TLDR A hair implant clinic in Bogotá is feasible and can offer affordable treatments for medium-income individuals.

The study explores the feasibility of establishing a hair implant clinic in Bogotá, aiming to provide affordable treatments for individuals with medium incomes. It addresses the issue of alopecia, particularly androgenic alopecia common in middle-aged men, which significantly impacts self-esteem. Hair implants are an effective surgical technique for hair restoration, but their high cost remains a barrier. The research includes market, technical, administrative, and financial studies to ensure the clinic's viability.

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