Skin and Follicle Clinic

Birmingham, UK ARTAS, FUE, FUT

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CQC Good 2nd highest of 4 Rated Good by the Care Quality Commission — Care Quality Commission, May 2021 This rating is more than three years old. The clinic may have changed since it was inspected. How it was rated

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About the Clinic

Skin and Follicle Clinic offers a comprehensive range of treatments for hair restoration and cosmetic surgery. The clinic specializes in various hair transplant techniques, including Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). They also utilize the advanced ARTAS robotic system for hair transplantation, which precisely harvests hair follicles with minimal scarring. In addition to surgical hair restoration, Skin and Follicle Clinic provides non-surgical options such as dermal fillers, thread lifts, and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. The clinic is known for its team of plastic surgeons and offers services tailored to international patients, including assistance with translation and airport pick-ups.

The clinic provides procedures such as eyebrow and eyelash transplants, alongside its primary hair restoration services. They highlight the benefits of the ARTAS iX robot system, noting its accuracy, speed, and ability to create natural-looking results with less visible scarring and quicker recovery times. Patients have expressed appreciation for the kindness and support provided by the staff throughout their treatment journey.

Online feedback for Skin and Follicle Clinic indicates a generally positive reception, with patients thanking the staff for their kindness and amazing support. One review mentioned a positive experience and recommended the clinic for reliable service. While most feedback appears positive, one past review from 2022 noted dissatisfaction with laser hair removal treatment, citing skin tightening and hair regrowth, though the clinic responded by offering a follow-up appointment to address the concerns. Another review from 2021 expressed frustration over a canceled appointment due to lateness, despite the client being willing to pay a significant amount.

Medical Team

Dr Kenneth Kok

Dr. Kenneth Kok is a UK-trained Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive, and Cosmetic Surgeon with extensive international experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Aberdeen with distinction and honors, and holds further qualifications including MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh and FRCS (Plast) from the same institution. Dr. Kok has also completed specialized fellowships in aesthetic surgery, laser surgery, and skin cancer surgery, including hair transplantation. He is a member of prestigious professional bodies such as the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (BAPRAS). His professional contributions include publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals, authoring a book chapter on head and neck reconstruction, and serving as a reviewer for prominent plastic surgery journals. Dr. Kok was also recognized with the "Best in Care Award" in 2014 from Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham.

Dr Reza Nassab

Dr. Reza Nassab is a highly qualified Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon who graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2000. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Science in Aesthetic Surgery from the University of London in 2013. Dr. Nassab is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in Plastic Surgery (FRCS Plast) and is registered on the General Medical Council's Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery. He holds full memberships with prestigious organizations such as the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS) and the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS). Dr. Nassab has also been recognized with the BAAPS Travelling Fellowship Prize in 2011 for his contributions to the field. He has published numerous articles in respected plastic surgery journals, serves as a peer reviewer for the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, and has authored a book chapter on liposuction.

Dr Ali Soueid

Dr. Ali Soueid is a highly qualified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in his field. He graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and holds a Master's degree in Surgical Sciences from University College London. Dr. Soueid is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. His expertise includes burn surgery, reconstructive microsurgery, and major trauma surgery, along with specialized fellowships in aesthetic surgery from both the UK and Brazil. He has been recognized for his contributions, twice receiving the Hackett Prize from the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, and has been named "The Best Plastic Surgeon in Qatar."

CQC Good

2nd highest of 4

Rated Good by the Care Quality Commission

This rating is more than three years old. The clinic may have changed since it was inspected.

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Inspected May 2021 · CQC location ID 1-3018156834

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Procedures Offered

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.
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.

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