About Dr. McAndrews
Meet Your Doctor
Dr. McAndrews credentials speak for themselves and he is a respected worldwide authority on hair loss, FUE & FUT hair transplants, and hair restorations. The respect of his peers has bestowed on him the title of being the President of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS-2021) and American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS-2012). He also wrote the recertification exam that every Diplomate of the ABHRS must take to become recertified.
Many people claim to do hair transplants, but you want to choose a physician who has the most education, training, teaching, and artistic precision for a natural hairline, such as these 4 key points:
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Only a small number of physicians performing hair transplantations in the United States are formally trained in a residency in the art of hair transplantation. Dr. McAndrews was formally trained at USC/LAC Medical Center and is involved in every step of the FUE & FUT hair transplant process (therefore he only performs one FUE or FUT hair transplant a day).
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There are very few physicians around the world that are bestowed the honor of being on faculty at a major university medical center in the United States teaching their residents the art of FUE and FUT hair transplantations. Dr. McAndrews is a Clinical Professor at the University of Southern California/Los Angeles County Medical Center (the largest hospital in the western United States) teaching the residents the latest advances and the art of FUE & FUT hair transplantations.
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Only a handful of physicians in the world have been selected by major pharmaceutical companies to lecture to other physicians throughout the world on hair loss, hair transplantations, hair restoration. Dr. McAndrews has lectured across the globe on hair loss, FUE & FUT hair transplants, and hair restorations. He has also wrote and authored numerous chapters in the major text books on hair loss, hair transplants, and hair restorations.
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There are only 2 doctors in the world that have been asked to serve as President of both the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) and the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS). Dr. McAndrews is one of the 2 in the world.
Certifications
- Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery- Certified 2003 and recertified 2013 and 2017 (Past-President of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery 2012)
- Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology- Certified in 1997 and recertified in 2007 & 2017
Teaching
- Clinical Professor, Department of Dermatology, University of Southern California School of Medicine
- Teaching the residents the latest advances in medical treatments and surgical treatments (hair transplants & hair restoration) for hair loss
- Dr. McAndrews believes it is very important that doctors performing hair transplants should be trained in a residency or fellowship program like he was.
- Awarded the “Outstanding Teacher Award in Surgical Dermatology” from the Department of Dermatology, USC School of Medicine 2010
- Guest Lecturer at numerous teaching programs across the United States and Internationally
Leadership
- President, Executive Committee, International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, 2020 – 2021
- Vice President, Executive Committee, International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, 2019 – 2020
- Treasurer, Executive Committee, International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, 2017- 2019
- Board of Governors, ISHRS (International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery) 2013-Present
- President of the ABHRS (American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery) 2012.
- Senior Medical Advisor for Stemson Therapeutics (cell therapy for hair growth)
- Wrote/Created the “Re-Certification Exam” for the ABHRS that every diplomate of the ABHRS must take to be recertified
- Examiner for the ABHRS (American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery) and administered the oral certification exam 2010- Present (Houston/Seoul Korea/ Bangkok, Thailand/Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
- Chairman of the Advanced Hair Restoration/Board Review Course at the annual scientific meeting in San Francisco for the ISHRS 2013
- Vice President of ABHRS (American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery) 2011
- Chairman of the Recertification Exam for the ABHRS from 2010-2014
- Chairman, Annual Scientific meeting, ISHRS (International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery) Boston 2010
- Chairman of the Advanced Hair Restoration/Board Review Course at the annual scientific meeting in Amsterdam for the ISHRS 2009
- Chairman of the Advanced Hair Restoration/Board Review Course at the annual scientific meeting in Montreal, Canada for the ISHRS 2008
- Chairman of the “Live Patient Viewing” Session at the annual scientific meeting in San Diego for the ISHRS 2006
- Member of Ethics Committee for the ISHRS
- Member of the “Continuing Medical Education” Committee for the ISHRS
- Member of the “Annual Scientific Meeting” Committee
- Member of the Advisor Committee and Consultant to Merck, Inc. on hair loss and frequent keynote speaker on the benefits of Propecia® (finasteride)
- Consultant to Pfizer, Inc. on hair loss and member of the Rogaine® Speakers Bureau.
- Member, International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
- Member, American Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
- Member, American Academy of Dermatology
- Member, American Medical Association
Authored/Publications
- Authored/Wrote- “Hair Loss and Hair Transplantations” Chapter in the text book “Comprehensive Aesthetic Rejuvenation- a Regional Approach”- Published December 2011
- Authored/Wrote – “Hair Transplant Goals Based on Natural Patterns of Hair Loss” Chapter in text book “Hair Transplantation Fifth Edition”– Published 2012
- Authored/Wrote- “Hair Transplants in Young Men” Chapter in the text book “Hair Transplant 360”- Published December 2014
- Authored/Wrote- “Hair Transplantation” Chapter in the textbook “Practical Dermatologic Surgery”- Published 2022
Awards
- Awarded the “Outstanding Teacher Award in Surgical Dermatology” from the Department of Dermatology, USC School of Medicine 2010
- Honored with the distinction of Chief Resident for the Department of Dermatology, USC School of Medicine
- Awarded as a Dean’s Scholar every year of Medical School at USC School of Medicine
- Awarded an Air Force Scholarship for Medical School at the USC School of Medicine
- Elected to Alpha Omega Alpha– a National Medical Honor Society for the top 15% of medical students in the United States
- Scored in the top 4 percentile in the nation on the National Board Medical Exam
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
- Awarded the Castle Connolly Top Doctors Award every year since 2008 – represents the top 1% selected by their physician peers
- Awarded Top Doctor Los Angeles Magazine
- Awarded Top Doctor Pasadena Magazine
Education
- Residency- Department of Dermatology, University of Southern California/Los Angeles County Medical Center 1994-1997 (Dr. McAndrews trained in the art of hair transplants and hair restorations under the watchful eye of some of the best hair transplant surgeons in the world, two of which was Dr. M. B. Corbett and Dr. Samuel Ayers who were the artistic pioneers in the field of hair transplants and hair restoration. Dr. McAndrews eventually took over Dr. Ayers and Dr. Corbett’s practice).
- United States Air Force- Flight Surgeon 1991-1994
- Internship- Santa Clara County Medical Center (Stanford Affiliate) – 1990-1991
- Medical School- University of Southern California Medical School 1986-1990
- College- Cal Poly San Luis Obispo (BS in Biological Science)
Dr. McAndrews is a firm believer that you can never have too much information.
An office consultation is the very best way to learn your most promising options and opportunities. Ask questions, seek a comfortable rapport, and ultimately demand a surgeon who takes your procedure as seriously as you do. That may be The McAndrews Method’s biggest advantage of all.
Informed decision. Artful precision. Unparalleled results.
Now that you know about my method, here’s more about who I am:
Educated and Chief Resident at the renowned USC/LAC Medical Center, I was later mentored by and partnered with pioneers in hair restoration. Now a professor, lecturer and national authority on hair restoration, I’ve also been featured on programs such as ABC News, CBS News FOX News, and national publications.
However, my patients and practice continue to be the focus of my work. My practice is largely thanks to referrals by other physicians, salon owners, and most importantly, my patients. This is a direct result of my passion for quality, attention to detail, and true compassionate advocacy for those who choose The McAndrews Method. Thank you for considering me as your physician.
~ Paul McAndrews, M.D.
*Model is an actual patient
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your own hair.
Welcome to Dr. McAndrews’ Practice. Feel at ease that you are with the expert who trains other doctors with the latest advances in hair transplants. We are at the forefront of hair transplant, corrective hair transplant surgery, and medical hair loss treatment technology. We are dedicated to giving our patients the best hair restoration results with the highest level of service and care.
The McAndrews Method:
Informed Decision, Artful Precision, Unparalleled Results.
Dr. McAndrews' sole focus on his patients enables him to artistically and precisely create the best natural-looking results.
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