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The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery is the leading authority on hair loss treatmen

We are here to help you understand how to deal with the stress associated with losing your hair and to help you find the best solutions as a result. The ISHRS is made up of more than 1,000 of the top hair restoration surgeons and hair loss professionals throughout the world - we have members in more than 60 countries who specialize in a number of different hair restoration and hair loss areas. This page was created to provide you with useful videos, photos, articles and other information to help you best understand hair loss and what options are available to treat or restore your hair as a result. We'd also like to invite you to join us on our Hair Loss Discussion Forum located on our website at - http://www.ishrs.org/forum

Thanks for joining us here and we look forward to assisting in any way we can! My best,

Matt Batt
Integrated Communications Manager
ISHRS
mbatt@ishrs.org

09/14/2025

Join ISHRS Europe and the Italian Society for Hair Science and Restoration (S.I.Tri.) for the 2026 World Live Surgery Workshop in Rome.

Save the Date!
🗓️ Sunday, May 24, 2026 in Rome, Italy
Held the day after the 48th International Congress of S.I.Tri.

🛎️ To be notified when registration opens, fill out the form here: https://ishrs.org/europe-lsw-2026/

09/12/2025

Dr. Otavio Boaventura has attended ten ISHRS World Congresses since 2014, and he shares that the experience has been life-changing for his career. The World Congress is where new science, fresh ideas, and innovative instruments are introduced first. More than just a meeting, it is a place to learn, connect, and grow as a surgeon.

🎢✨ “It’s like the Disneyland for a hair surgeon!” - Dr. Otavio Boaventura

View the program and register for the 33rd World Congress in Berlin: 33rdannual.org/register/register

09/11/2025

Stough Lecturer Spotlight: Ulrike Blume-Peytavi, MD, PhD

Already announced as our Stough Lecturer for the ISHRS 33rd World Congress, Dr. Blume-Peytavi will present on “Update on Topical Finasteride in Androgenetic Alopecia.”

With decades of groundbreaking research in hair disorders, pediatric dermatology, and innovative dermato therapies, her insights promise to be both inspiring and invaluable. Dr. Blume-Peytavi also has published over 370 scientific publications and serves in various leadership roles in major dermatological societies.

Watch her 7-minute interview with Dr. Sam Lam, Program Chair, as a preview of her lecture in Berlin:
🔗 https://33rdannual.org/dr-blume-peytavi/

09/10/2025

Dr. Marcio Crisostomo will be joining us as Faculty for the 33rd World Congress in Berlin next month.

He will be moderating “Masterclass 101: Gigasession FUE.” Additionally, he will also be presenting himself on his routine in FUE mega sessions for advanced hair loss. Panelists include Drs. Zarev and Fachini on some of their FUE megasession results.

As Dr. Crisostomo says: “ISHRS meetings are not just about technical excellence, but also about collegiality, collaboration, and global learning.” So, come ready to exchange ideas, build connections, and grow together!

📍 Don’t miss out—the World Congress is just one month away!
Register now :https://33rdannual.org/register/

09/09/2025

Don’t miss out - advanced registration rate for the ISHRS 33rd World Congress ends this week on September 15!

Join us in October where the world’s top hair restoration experts will gather in Berlin.

-Learn from global leaders through cutting-edge lectures and new Masterclasses.
-Connect with 700–800 physicians and surgical assistants from around the world.
-Explore the latest research, techniques, and learning opportunities.
-And much more!

Secure your spot now before rates increase: https://33rdannual.org/register/

09/08/2025

La grabación del tercer webinar en español de la ISHRS ya está disponible.

Título: Restauración capilar en pacientes especiales y técnica de megasesiones

Temas abordados:
✔️ Megasesiones en FUE: Claves para 4000+ injertos en un solo día
✔️ Restauración capilar en pacientes con alopecia cicatricial primaria y secundaria
✔️ Técnicas avanzadas para reconstrucción de línea frontal en casos difíciles
✔️ Pacientes con cabello afro: desafíos en la extracción e implantación
✔️ Restauración en pacientes con patrón difuso: cómo optimizar la densidad sin comprometer la donante
✔️ Corrección de malos resultados: estrategias quirúrgicas y médicas
✔️ Microinjertos en cejas, barba y pestañas: diferencias técnicas con el cuero cabelludo

📩 Si ya te registraste, revisa tu correo para acceder a la grabación.
Si no te registraste, ¡no te preocupes! Regístrate aquí para acceder a la repetición: https://ishrs.org/es/webinar-agosto-2025/
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The recording of the third Spanish webinar from the ISHRS is now available.

Title: Hair Restoration in Special Patients and the Megasession Technique

Topics covered included:
✔️ FUE Megasessions: Keys for 4,000+ grafts in a single day
✔️ Hair restoration in patients with primary and secondary scarring alopecia
✔️ Advanced techniques for hairline reconstruction in difficult cases
✔️ Afro hair patients: challenges in extraction and implantation
✔️ Restoration in diffuse pattern hair loss: optimizing density without compromising the donor
✔️ Correcting poor outcomes: surgical and medical strategies
✔️ Micrografts in eyebrows, beard, and eyelashes: technical differences from the scalp
📩 If you registered already, please check your email for the recording link.
If you missed the webinar and want access to the replay, register here: https://ishrs.org/es/webinar-agosto-2025/

09/05/2025

🎉 Throwback to Denver last year, where Drs. Anastasios Vekris, Alex Gonzalez, Tony Ruston, and Craig Ziering shared not just knowledge, but plenty of fun moments too.

“ISHRS combines the best knowledge in the field of hair restoration with worldwide experts… and the most fun group in hair restoration!”

“The environment is amazing — nice friends, colleagues, and fantastic knowledge.”

At the ISHRS 33rd World Congress, you’ll learn from global leaders, connect with colleagues, and experience the same unique energy of our worldwide community.

Don’t miss out on the education and the fun!

Berlin, October 23–25, 2025

And… wait for it 🎤 Elvis (aka Dr. Tony Ruston) might just make an appearance. 😉

It’s now or never 🎶— Register today! https://33rdannual.org/register/

09/04/2025

Choosing the right patients and guiding them through the hair restoration journey is essential for safe, successful outcomes.

We invite you to join Dr. Rana Irfan and Dr. Luis Nader as they moderate the next ISHRS CME Webinar: Patient Selection and Counseling in Hair Restoration.

🗓️ Saturday, September 13, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM CDT | Live via Zoom

For more information and registration details, visit: https://ishrs.org/cme-webinar-september-2025/

09/02/2025

Dr. Vance Elliott reflects on why he keeps returning to ISHRS: positive energy, friendships, global learning, and the unity that makes this community truly special.

💬 Dr. Elliott: “We’re a small town and we see each other every year... but it feels like time hasn’t passed.”
💬 Dr. Mejia: "We Are All United, One Hair Follicle At a Time."

Be part of the experience—join Drs. Elliott and Mejia, along with hair restoration community this October at the ISHRS 33 World Congress in Berlin! 33rdannual.org/register

08/31/2025

Have you ever heard of Norwood Scale?
It’s the most widely used system for classifying the stages of male pattern baldness—formally known as Androgenetic Alopecia.

The scale ranges from Stage 1 (minimal recession) to Stage 7 (advanced hair loss with only a narrow band of hair remaining).� Understanding your Norwood stage helps doctors determine the best treatment plan—whether that’s medication, PRP, or hair restoration surgery.

👨‍⚕️ Early-stage? You may benefit from non-surgical options.�
🧑‍🦲 Advanced? A transplant may be more suitable.

📊 Knowing your stage = taking control of your hair loss journey.

Find a doctor using our online tool by location: https://ishrs.org/find-a-doctor/

08/26/2025

Have you read the ISHRS 2025 Practice Census yet?
📊 The latest findings reveal continued growth in body hair transplantation and highlights that eyebrows were the most common recipient area for female patients after the scalp, making up 12% of all transplants.

🔗 Read for more insights with the full 2025 Practice Census Report: https://ishrs.org/2025-practice-census/

08/25/2025

11.11 — Safe Hair Transplants Start with a Skilled Surgeon 🩺

This year marks the 5th annual ISHRS World Hair Transplant Repair Day. On November 11, ISHRS physicians and members of a Global Council society around the world, united to provide pro bono repair surgeries for patients harmed by unlicensed technicians.

When it comes to hair restoration, your safety and results depend on licensed, qualified surgeons performing the procedure — not untrained hands.

By choosing the right surgeon from the start, you can protect your health, preserve your donor hair, and achieve the natural look you deserve.

👉 See the list of participating doctors: HairTransplantRepairDay.org

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