The Knudsen Clinic, established in 1984, is a leading Australian hair loss surgery clinic founded by Dr. Russell Knudsen, a pioneer in modern hair transplant surgery. With over 38 years of experience, the clinic has successfully completed more than 10,000 hair loss surgeries. The Knudsen Clinic focuses on providing evidence-based treatments that are effective, undetectable, and affordable. They specialize in a range of hair loss solutions, including hairline lowering, treating scarring hair loss, alopecia, and performing eyebrow transplants. The clinic also offers treatments for both male and female hair loss, as well as transgender hair loss and hair loss due to burns or scars.
The clinic emphasizes a personal, patient-centered approach, aiming for positive outcomes through specialized surgical skills and artistic ability. They offer a unique guarantee: at least 90% of grafted hairs will grow, or the clinic will replace them for free. Patients have reported excellent results, with many feeling like "a new person" and praising the clinic's staff for being friendly and supportive. Dr. Knudsen is frequently described as honest, kind, skillful, and an expert in his field, with patients noting his willingness to answer questions even after the procedure.
Online reviews generally reflect a high level of patient satisfaction. Many clients have shared positive experiences, highlighting the excellent results and the professional, welcoming atmosphere at The Knudsen Clinic. Patients often commend Dr. Knudsen's expertise and the attentive care provided by his team, leading to a feeling of being at ease throughout the treatment process. While most feedback is very positive, one review mentioned a negative experience, particularly for a female patient who felt dismissed. However, numerous other testimonials speak to the clinic's ability to deliver great results and the overall positive impact on patients' confidence and appearance.
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.
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.
Contact Info
Website
https://knudsen.co*.au
Phone Number
+61 *********
Location
suite 203 level 2/34 Queens Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
Dr. Russell Knudsen is a highly experienced hair transplant surgeon who has been practicing full-time since 1984, performing over 10,000 hair transplant surgeries. He is recognized as a world leader in hair restoration and is known for being at the forefront of new technology. Dr. Knudsen holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Honours) from the University of New South Wales (1978). His professional credentials include being a Diplomate of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS), a Fellow of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (FISHRS), and a Fellow of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine (FACCSM). Dr. Knudsen has held significant leadership positions, serving as the Past President of both the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) and the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine (ACCSM). He has been honored with prestigious awards for his contributions to the field, including The Manfred Lucas Award from the ISHRS in 2014 and the Golden Follicle Award in 2000. Additionally, Dr. Knudsen has authored scientific articles and contributed to two medical textbooks on hair transplantation. He was also the first doctor in Australia to offer the ARTAS hair surgery robot.
