PODCAST: Dr. Alan J. Bauman on The Fortitude Podcast With Micah & Sarah

Micah Wallace interviews Top Hair Restoration Physician Dr. Alan J. Bauman

In this episode, Dr. Bauman and Micah discuss the different causes of hair loss for both men and women, the emotional effect it has on those suffering from hair loss, and the latest hair restoration treatment options that are available to make your existing hair thicker, fuller, and healthier so you won’t need a transplant if you treat your hair loss early. Dr. Bauman also discusses how today’s hair transplants are NOT like your fathers’ and grandfathers’ transplants of years past, and Micah shares his experience when he had his transplant done by Dr. Bauman and the Bauman Medical Team.

Podcast Summary: The podcast features Dr. Alan Bauman, a board-certified hair restoration surgeon, who discusses various aspects of hair loss, hair restoration, and treatments available today. Dr. Bauman emphasizes the importance of early intervention, explains the genetic and environmental factors affecting hair loss, and details modern treatments such as PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), FUE hair transplants, PDOgro, and exosome therapy. He also shares insights into his journey from plastic surgery to hair restoration, as well as the emotional and professional impact of hair restoration on patients.

Time Stamps for Key Topics:

• 0:00:02 – Intro and genetic factors of hair loss
• 0:01:29 – Dr. Bauman’s journey into hair restoration
• 0:03:19 – History and stigma of hair transplants
• 0:05:23 – Eyebrow and eyelash transplants
• 0:07:10 – Causes of hair loss (genetics, diet, stress)
• 0:08:56 – Importance of early intervention
• 0:09:55 – Diagnostic process at Bauman Medical
• 0:10:52 – Differences in male and female pattern baldness
• 0:13:31 – Emotional and professional impact of hair loss
• 0:17:25 – COVID-related hair loss and PCOS-related hair loss
• 0:18:52 – Scalp care and early non-invasive treatments (LLLT, PRP)
• 0:19:47 – Individualized treatment approaches
• 0:20:21 – PRP explanation and procedure
• 0:21:53 – PDOgro treatment overview
• 0:23:25 – Hair follicle miniaturization and point of no return
• 0:24:56 – Stem cell banking for future hair cloning
• 0:25:47 – Exosomes for regenerative hair treatment
• 0:29:50 – Future of hair cloning and potential therapies
• 0:37:00 – FUE vs. strip hair transplants
• 0:40:35 – The artistry in hair transplant surgery
• 0:42:03 – Experimental hair growth treatments in mice

Interesting Tidbits/Important Information:

1. Genetics from both parents contribute to hair loss, debunking the myth that it only comes from the mother’s side.
2. PDOgro and PRP treatments stimulate hair growth by enhancing follicle health.
3. Stem cell banking is available for future hair cloning, allowing patients to preserve younger hair follicles for future use.
4. Exosome therapy is a cutting-edge regenerative treatment using signals from stem cells to promote hair growth.

Top Four Takeaways:

1. Early intervention is critical in preventing hair loss. The earlier you act, the less likely you’ll need invasive procedures like hair transplants.
2. PDOgro and PRP treatments are transformative for those in early stages of hair loss, offering non-invasive ways to restore and strengthen hair follicles.
3. Stem cell banking offers future possibilities for hair cloning, a promising advancement that could revolutionize hair restoration in the future.
4. Hair restoration is both science and art, requiring not only medical expertise but precision in the placement and angle of transplanted follicles to achieve natural-looking results.

Dr. Bauman’s passion for innovation and personalized care shines throughout the discussion, with exciting advancements like exosome therapy and potential future breakthroughs in hair cloning.

If you or someone you know has hair loss, hair thinning, baldness, or eyebrow / eyelash concerns, click to start either a long-distance virtual consultation OR an in-person, in-office consultation with Dr. Bauman. You can also Ask Dr. Bauman a Question or simply call Bauman Medical Group  at +1-561-394-0024.

*Each individual's treatment and/or results may vary