What Type of Doctor Do I See When I Have Early Hair Loss?

Hi Dr. Rassman,

I really appreciate your blog and the information you provide. My question is what type of doctor should a person see regarding initial hair loss? I do not have a PCP, but I’ve been told to see a dermatologist, endocrinologist, and cosmetic physician.

Ideally, I would like to visit your practice some day but work makes the trek difficult.

Thank you

You indicated that you live about an hour drive from my office in Los Angeles during non-rush hours. If you are serious about this examination you have to be willing to put in some effort. On Saturday, December 8th we have an Open House (11am-2pm) here in our office where you can meet us, get a consultation, and see a surgery. If you do not want to drive the hour here, you can find a doctor in your city by using the ISHRS site’s physician search.

Hair transplant surgeons generally screen patients for hair loss and should perform miniaturization assessment and bulk measurement analysis which picks up early balding in young men. We establish a Master Plan with every man we meet with and examine.