Quatela Center for Hair Restoration

Rochester, New York FUE, FUT

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Checked against US State Medical Board, July 2026.

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About the Clinic

The Quatela Center for Hair Restoration offers comprehensive hair restoration solutions for both men and women experiencing hair loss. The clinic provides state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical options, with a focus on determining the underlying reasons for each patient's hair loss. Their approach includes Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) as surgical choices, alongside hair plug repair. Patients benefit from a dedicated patient consultant throughout their process and convenient pre-operative appointments.

The medical team at the Quatela Center for Hair Restoration is highly qualified, with extensive experience in providing hair restoration services. They emphasize continuity of care, ensuring that the clinical teams work closely with the surgeons. The clinic is founded by Dr. Vito Quatela, who is a diplomate of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery and has over 30 years of experience. He is joined by Dr. Heather Lee and Dr. Alex Montague, both double board-certified facial plastic surgeons who specialize in hair restoration and have trained extensively. The center maintains a reputation built on delivering results.

Patient feedback for the Quatela Center for Hair Restoration is overwhelmingly positive. Many reviews highlight the exceptional care provided by the staff and surgeons, with particular praise for Dr. Quatela's skill and demeanor. Patients often describe their experiences as life-changing and express high satisfaction with the outcomes of their procedures, noting that their expectations have been exceeded. The center is frequently recommended for its professionalism, personalized approach, and the positive impact on patients' confidence and appearance. Google reviews show an average rating of 4.84 out of 5 stars based on 144 reviews, and RealSelf reviews indicate an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 258 reviews.

Medical Team

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Checked against US State Medical Board, July 31, 2026.

Dr. Vito Quatela

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Dr. Vito Quatela is a highly experienced and respected facial plastic surgeon with over 30 years of practice. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University, and holds fellowships in facial plastic surgery from Oregon Health Science University and Tulane University. Dr. Quatela is double board-certified, holding certifications from the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, as well as being a Diplomate of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He has pioneered several surgical techniques and is recognized internationally for his expertise in facial rejuvenation, particularly in procedures like rhinoplasty and facelifts. Dr. Quatela has held significant leadership positions in professional organizations, including serving as President of the International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies and Past President of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He has also been recognized with awards and has been featured in prominent publications like The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal for his contributions to the field.

Heather Lee, M.D.

Dr. Heather Lee is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with extensive training and experience in hair restoration. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania before graduating cum laude from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. During her medical education, Dr. Lee received accolades for her performance and research in otolaryngology. She completed her residency in otolaryngology—head and neck surgery, followed by a fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery under Dr. Vito Quatela. Dr. Lee is affiliated with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Academy of Otolaryngology. Her commitment to patient care is also demonstrated through her volunteer work, providing medical care and performing reconstructive surgeries in underserved communities internationally.

Procedures Offered

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.
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.

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