Core Plastic Surgery

Birmingham, Alabama ARTAS, FUE, NeoGraft

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About the Clinic

Core Plastic Surgery is a clinic specializing in hair restoration procedures. They offer a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments designed to address various types of hair loss for both men and women. The clinic focuses on personalized treatment plans, aiming to achieve natural-looking results tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals. Consultations are available to discuss concerns and explore the most suitable options for hair restoration.

The clinic provides advanced techniques in hair transplantation, including follicular unit transplantation (FUT) and follicular unit extraction (FUE), as well as non-surgical options like Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. Core Plastic Surgery maintains a portfolio of before-and-after results showcasing the outcomes of their procedures, alongside client testimonials that speak to the patient experience and satisfaction.

Online reviews indicate a high level of patient satisfaction with Core Plastic Surgery. Many patients highlight the professionalism and skill of the medical team, particularly noting the attentive and informative approach during consultations. The clinic is frequently praised for its ability to create natural-looking results and for providing a comfortable and supportive environment throughout the treatment process. Patients often express that their expectations were met or exceeded, with many recommending the clinic for hair restoration services.

Meet the Surgeon

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Checked against US State Medical Board, August 7, 2026.

Dr. Grady Core

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Dr. Grady Core is a highly experienced and accomplished plastic surgeon with over 40 years in the medical field. He completed his medical education at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and underwent general surgery training at Flushing Hospital Medical Center, affiliated with Einstein University. Dr. Core further specialized in plastic surgery at the renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and completed an aesthetic surgery fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He is board-certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Core is recognized as one of the inventors of endoscopic (minimally invasive) plastic surgery, having co-developed the technique in 1991 and teaching it globally. His professional memberships include the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons (Fellow), and the American Association of Plastic Surgeons, among others. Notably, Dr. Core received the Jerome R. Klingbeil Award for Teaching Excellence in 2018 for his significant contributions to the field as a teaching instructor.

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.
ARTAS
ARTAS is a robotic hair transplant system that automates the FUE process using advanced imaging and artificial intelligence to identify, select, and extract individual hair follicles with precision. The robot works under the surgeon's guidance to harvest grafts more consistently than manual extraction, potentially reducing human error and procedure time. ARTAS can offer enhanced accuracy and less fatigue-related variability, and is only available at select clinics with this specialized technology.
NeoGraft
NeoGraft is an automated hair transplant device that streamlines the FUE process using pneumatic technology to maintain consistent suction and speed up the harvesting process while still requiring the surgeon's skill and judgment for follicle selection and placement. The system works as an extension of the surgeon's technique to extract and implant individual hair follicles more efficiently than fully manual methods. NeoGraft can reduce procedure time and potentially improve graft survival rates. It represents a middle ground between manual FUE and completely robotic systems.

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