Ziering Medical

Newport Beach, California ARTAS, FUE, FUT

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

  • Dr. Craig Ziering ISHRS · ishrs.org Current member
  • Dr. Rae Lynne Kinler ISHRS · ishrs.org Current member
  • Dr. Michelle Elway STATE LICENSE 1962407460 · npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov Verified via NPPES record

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About the Clinic

Ziering Medical is a hair restoration practice. It offers non-surgical hair loss therapies, surgical hair restoration, or a combination of the two, and the team works with patients to explain the available options and set treatment goals.

Medical Team

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Checked against ISHRS, US State Medical Board, August 12, 2026.

Dr. Craig Ziering, also known as "Doc Z," is a highly experienced hair restoration surgeon with over 30 years in the field. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Ziering is board-certified by both the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery and the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology. He is recognized for his pioneering work, having developed innovative techniques such as the Ziering Whorl, Ziering Blades, Ziering Scope, and the Ziering Tunnel Technique. Dr. Ziering has been honored with awards like "Most Original New Idea" by the International Society for Hair Restoration Surgeons for his Whorl Hair Classification System and has received the "Clinic of Excellence" designation from Restoration Robotics annually since 2013. He is a faculty member for the ISHRS World Congress, holding over 20 years of tenure, and has previously served as chairman for their Advanced Board Review Course and Workshops. Additionally, Dr. Ziering was a founding board member of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgeons and has been featured on various television programs such as "The Today Show," "E! News," and "Good Morning America."

Dr. Rae Lynne Kinler is a highly skilled hair transplant surgeon with extensive training and experience. She completed her medical education at the American University of the Caribbean, followed by a General Surgery Residency at Waterbury Hospital and a Trauma Fellowship at Hartford Hospital. Dr. Kinler further honed her expertise by completing an Aesthetic Medicine Fellowship and a specialized Fellowship in Hair Restoration Surgery under the renowned Dr. Craig Ziering. She is particularly proficient in Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) procedures, including manual FUE and ARTAS Robotic FUE, and has participated in the research and development of Restoration Robotics, even lecturing for the company. Dr. Kinler is recognized as a leading authority in hair restoration and is known for her exceptional surgical skills and commitment to patient care.

Dr. Michelle Elway is a qualified physician with a DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) degree, graduating from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has experience in dermatology and family medicine, with a particular focus on hair restoration procedures. Dr. Elway has been involved in performing FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) surgeries, a common technique in hair transplantation. While specific professional memberships or awards are not detailed on the provided Ziering Medical page, her practice includes utilizing specialized instrumentation for hair restoration, such as the "SAFE System" for Follicular Unit Excision.

Dr. James Calder is the Medical Director of Ziering Medical's Newport Beach office. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1983. Dr. Calder's career in hair restoration began in 1999 after completing a preceptorship in the field. With over 20 years of experience dedicated exclusively to hair restoration surgery, he has developed expertise in various techniques, including Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), facial hair transplants such as eyebrow and beard restoration, and hairline advancements. He is also knowledgeable in regenerative medicine therapies like PRP for hair loss. Dr. Calder is a member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. His meticulous nature and aesthetic sense have established him as a respected leader in his field.

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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