Chicago Hair Transplant Clinic is a leading facility for hair restoration surgery, offering both FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) and FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) procedures, including specialized techniques like MICRO-FUE and No-Shave FUE. Led by Dr. Panine, who has over 31 years of experience and has performed more than 6,000 hair restoration surgeries, the clinic emphasizes a personalized approach, performing only one hair transplant surgery per day to ensure focused patient care and optimal results. They showcase a portfolio of before-and-after photos and client testimonials, highlighting that their patients are never compensated for their reviews, believing that satisfied clients are the best advertisement for their work.
Patient feedback consistently praises Dr. Panine's skill and the quality of care provided by his team. Clients frequently mention his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to achieve natural-looking results, often traveling from out of town for his services. Many express high satisfaction with their outcomes, noting significant improvements in their appearance and confidence post-procedure. The clinic's welcoming atmosphere and professional staff are also commonly highlighted in positive reviews, with patients feeling well-cared for throughout their journey from consultation to follow-up.
Procedures Offered
FUE
FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) is a minimally invasive hair transplant technique where individual hair follicles are extracted one by one from the donor area using a small circular punch tool. The harvested follicles are then carefully implanted into the balding or thinning areas of the scalp. This method leaves tiny, nearly invisible scars rather than a linear scar, resulting in faster healing and the ability to wear shorter hairstyles. Because of this, FUE is the most popular hair transplant technique today.
FUT
FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation), also known as the "strip method," involves surgically removing a narrow strip of scalp from the donor area, typically the back of the head. The strip is then carefully dissected under a microscope to separate individual hair follicles, which are implanted into the recipient areas. While this technique leaves a linear scar that requires longer hair to conceal, it allows surgeons to harvest a large number of high-quality grafts in a single session, making it cost-effective for patients needing extensive coverage.
Dr. Vladimir Panine is a highly experienced hair restoration surgeon with a distinguished educational background. He holds medical degrees from Moscow First Medical University and Boston University School of Medicine, both awarded cum laude. His interest in hair physiology led him to pursue specialized training in cosmetic surgery and hair restoration during his residency at Stanford University and further specialization in dermatology. Dr. Panine has been performing hair transplant procedures since the early 1990s, completing over 6,000 procedures in his career. He is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatological Surgery. Dr. Panine is also an active member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery and has been recognized nationally for his expertise in creating natural hairlines.
