September 2010 in “Hair transplant forum international” Alfonso Barrera was recognized as Surgeon of the Month.
July 2010 in “Hair transplant forum international” This text reads as a narrative or historical account and does not report any new research findings.
March 2010 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses Robert Reese's journey from surviving heart surgery at 14 to becoming influential in hair restoration, without presenting new research findings.
September 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article introduces Dr. Robert H. True and highlights the growing field of hair restoration but does not report new research findings.
May 1997 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses nurturing new talent in the field of hair restoration and presents no original research findings.
August 2024 in “Pharmaceuticals” This study found that oral administration of solubilized sturgeon oil in mice promoted hair growth and positively influenced the gut microbiome associated with hair growth promotion.
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February 2017 in “JAMA Surgery” This article outlines best practices from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health's standards to guide health care professionals in providing comprehensive care for transgender individuals, addressing mental health, endocrinology, and surgery.
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November 2000 in “Archives of Dermatology” Dermatologic surgeons can safely and effectively provide conscious sedation with proper training and guidelines.
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March 1986 in “BMJ” General surgeons are crucial for handling various emergencies in small hospitals and should balance broad skills with some specialization for effective, economical community care.
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January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This article finds that while plastic surgeons in India experience a high prevalence of WRMDs due to high case loads, applying ergonomic practices could help reduce these issues.
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March 2000 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” A surgeon is defined by their ability to operate, not just formal training, and dermatologists can safely perform cosmetic surgeries.
May 2025 in “The Surgeon” December 2016 in “Clinics in surgery” This article reviews the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management of androgenetic alopecia, highlighting recent insights into stem cell niches in hair follicles without presenting new experimental findings.
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October 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that musculoskeletal symptoms such as pain and fatigue among hair restoration surgeons were more common and lasted longer after performing follicular unit extraction compared to strip excision procedures.
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May 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review discusses various follicular unit excision methods, punch designs, and motorized devices, highlighting their roles in reducing hair follicle transection rates and optimizing graft harvesting for individual patient characteristics.
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July 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, the researchers reported that the hair transection rate during FUE surgery increased significantly by the end of the procedure, suggesting a higher workload affects the surgeon's performance.
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April 2011 in “British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery/British journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery” This study found that serum testosterone levels significantly increased during major head and neck surgeries in maxillofacial surgeons, influenced by factors like tumor size and procedural complexity.
May 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found significant but inconsistent differences in online ratings for hair restoration surgeons based on their surgical and nonsurgical residency backgrounds, highlighting key factors influencing patient satisfaction.
September 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article profiles Dr. Glenn Charles, a radiologist who transitioned to a career in hair restoration surgery, highlighting the skills shared between these fields.
January 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” This commentary elaborates on Edwin Epstein's journey into hair restoration surgery without presenting new research findings.
September 2000 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article highlights Marc Avram's contributions to hair restoration surgery and reports no new research findings.
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July 2017 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review examines the growing evidence for using platelet-rich plasma in aesthetic procedures such as hair restoration and skin rejuvenation but reports no new clinical results.
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September 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract describes the clinical characteristics of folliculitis, focusing on the presence of erythematous papules or pustules surrounding hair follicles.
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May 2023 in “Curēus” In this case report, a rare pilar cyst was found in the left temporal region of a 75-year-old male, highlighting the potential for such cysts to mimic temporal space infections and complicate treatment plans.
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February 2009 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This article outlines core competencies identified by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery to inform training programs for safe and effective hair restoration surgery but presents no clinical results.
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November 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” This abstract highlights the importance of identifying scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis during hair transplant consultations, which can affect the surgery's outcome; it reports no new findings.
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November 2004 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses distinguishing features of Diffuse Alopecia Areata and Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2024 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” This study found that aesthetic plastic surgeons in Guangdong, China, show strong interest in continuing education, with varied preferences based on the type of hospital they work in.
October 2023 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology and therapies” In this study, researchers examined the backgrounds of 243 cosmetic surgeons in Japan and found that while medical history and surgical experience influenced training duration slightly, consistent skills could be acquired within a few months after joining their group.
July 2023 in “F1000Research” This study conducted in Guangdong, China, observed that aesthetic plastic surgeons from private and government hospitals have similar demographics, with most transitioning from other specialties and expressing a strong interest in continuing training, especially in rhinoplasty, eye surgery, and new technologies.