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California Hair MD: Super Specialists in Effective Hair Restoration

Your hair is part of your identity. Losing it can feel like losing a piece of yourself. Hair loss is common, but it doesn’t have to be permanent. Modern hair restoration methods are creating better results with significantly less downtime. Restore your hair and your confidence.

California men and women with hair loss or thinning often turn to California Hair MD, one of the most respected hair restoration providers in California.

If you’re considering hair restoration in California, reach out to California Hair MD for a consultation. A visit to our practice will show you the unique experience we offer far better than a website can. Our team shines when working with patients and helping them explore their options for treating hair loss.

Contact one of our office locations to get started:

La Jolla: (858) 623-0221
Newport Beach: (949) 612-2002

San Diego: (619) 633-3100
Beverly Hills: (310) 595-1188

The Medical Specialties You Need for Superior Results

California Hair MD is founded and run by Dr. Susan Stuart, a board-certified dermatologist, and Dr. Richard Chaffoo, a triple board-certified plastic surgeon.

Hair loss has many causes and treating it requires a multi-disciplinary approach. By having specialists in both dermatology and plastic surgery, we can treat the root causes of hair loss while creating aesthetically pleasing hair restoration results.

While many hair restoration practices have a plastic surgeon or a dermatologist on their team, California Hair MD is one of the few in the United States to utilize both dermatology and plastic surgery specialists. Our unique team approach provides patients with better access to the latest scientific advancements and treatments in hair restoration. Our patients have access to the latest medical and surgical treatments for hair loss.

Superspecialists in Hair Restoration

A Comprehensive Approach to Hair Restoration

Plastic surgery “Superspecialists” concentrate their practices on a particular area or region of the body due to their interest, talent, and referral network. Only a select few board-certified plastic surgeons in the USA are Superspecialists in hair restoration surgery. As hair restoration Superspecialists, Dr. Richard Chaffoo and Dr. Susan Stuart contribute to the development of the field in practice, research, public speaking, physician education, new product development, and research into creating a new method of hair restoration. Find out why partnering with a Superspecialist is the best way to achieve your desired hair restoration results!

Individualized Patient Care

California Hair MD is a boutique practice with a focus on individualized patient care. We intentionally keep our practice small to enable us to provide each patient with a personalized treatment experience. We want our patients to play an active role in their care and have access to our doctors.

We know that hair restoration is never one-size-fits-all. Dr. Chaffoo and Dr. Stewart work with each patient to create personalized treatment plans for hair loss. Whether you’re in the early stages of hair thinning or have significant hair loss, our team can help you to restore your hairline and your confidence.

As a small boutique hair restoration practice, most of our patients come to us through referrals. We strive to always provide care that will delight our patients so they feel comfortable entrusting us with their family and friends.

Natural-Looking Results

Look your best after hair transplantation. California Hair MD is known for creating natural-looking results. Our advanced methods for hair restoration eliminate the long, linear scar that is traditionally associated with hair transplantation. With FUE hair restoration at California Hair MD, patients can wear their hair in any style and at any length after their hair restoration procedure.

Real Results

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Convenient Treatment Locations

Hair restoration close to home is possible with California Hair MD. We have four conveniently located treatment locations, bringing patients access to our world-class service close to home. Our center is a high-end, state-of-the-art practice located on the campus of Scripps Memorial Hospital, the premier private hospital in San Diego County. We are located within the Ximed Medical Building, home to some of the best private medical practices in the city. We also have locations in Beverly Hills and Newport Beach.

In addition to serving many local patients, we also offer our services to out-of-town patients. Our team is available to help you find the best local accommodations while you fly in for your hair restoration procedure. Cyber consultations are available so you can explore your options before coming out for a visit.

The Ultimate Guide to Restoring Your Hairline

Download the first chapter of Dr. Chaffoo and Dr. Stuart’s book “The Ultimate Guide To Restoring Your Hairline” for FREE.

The Latest Treatments in Hair Restoration

There are more options than ever for treating hair loss through hair transplantation. California Hair MD provides our patients with access to the latest scientific advancements in hair restoration. Explore some of our most popular treatment options including:

NeoGraft® – An automated FUE system, NeoGraft helps make advanced hair restoration more accessible by making the process faster and more precise. With NeoGraft, patients can enjoy FUE hair restoration with limited downtime and exceptional results.
SmartGraft – One of the fastest options for hair restoration, SmartGraft allows patients to get in, out, and back to life quickly. SmartGraft creates precision hair restoration.
ARTAS® Robotic Hair Restoration – ARTAS robotic hair restoration is one of the most advanced options for FUE available. This advanced robotic system allows patients to lie down during their procedure for a more comfortable treatment. Using powerful AI technology, ARTAS helps to select the best hair for transplant and creates natural-looking results, even in complex cases.
FUE Hair Restoration – FUE is the gold standard for hair transplantation, eliminating the long linear scar and reducing downtime. Dr. Chaffoo is an expert in FUE and relies upon some of the most advanced methods to create the best possible results for our patients.
Female Hair Restoration – Women experience hair loss too. California Hair MD specializes in female hair restoration and can help female patients to restore a full and youthful hairline too.
Facial Hair Transplant – Our hair transplantation experts can provide facial hair transplantation to qualified patients.

Cutting-Edge Technology

California Hair MD has the latest technology available for hair restoration. We were the first hair restoration practice to bring ARTAS i-X to both Orange and San Diego counties. We remain committed to finding and bringing our patients the latest technological advancements in hair restoration so they can enjoy better results and a more comfortable treatment experience.

Why Choose California Hair MD for Hair Restoration in Southern California?

Hair loss is highly individualized. To achieve the best possible results, you need an individualized treatment solution. While many hair restoration practices serve large numbers of patients with a one-size-fits-all approach, California Hair MD works differently:

Our boutique practice focuses on individualized patient care.
We are the only hair restoration center in the U.S. run by a triple board-certified plastic surgeon and a board-certified dermatologist.
We offer patients the latest advances in hair restoration through comprehensive treatment solutions, science-based technology, and cutting-edge clinical research.
We are a Center of Excellence and train physicians from around the country and globe in the latest hair restoration techniques.

Contact California Hair MD to Schedule Your Hair Restoration Consultation

Are you ready to restore your hairline? Come to California Hair MD for personalized service, the latest treatments in hair restoration, and advanced medical and surgical care. Hair restoration treatments are most effective the earlier they are started. If you’re experiencing hair loss or thinning, don’t wait to contact California Hair MD.

Contact one of our California hair restoration locations to schedule your consultation: La Jolla (858) 623-0221, Beverly Hills (310) 595-1188, San Diego (619) 633-3100, Newport Beach (949) 612-2002.

Our Locations

San Diego

600 West Broadway Street,
Suite 700
San Diego, CA 92101

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La Jolla

9850 Genesee Ave
#480
La Jolla, CA 92037

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Newport Beach

Newport Lido Medical Center
361 Hospital Road
Suite # 527 Newport Beach , Ca 92663

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Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills Bedford Surgery Center
416 N. Bedford Dr. Suite 200
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

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