Chaffoo, Richard (californiahairmd.com)
At California Hair MD, you have the combined 50-year experience of Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS, America's First Triple Board Certified Hair Transplant Plastic Surgeon and Susan Stuart, MD, FAAD, our nationally recognized board certified Dermatologist. We have set a new standard for patients seeking the medical and surgical treatment of hair loss. Our physicians are educators, international lecturers, and researchers in hair loss and its management. The talent of our physicians is combined with the commitment of our practice to introduce the latest cutting edge technology for every patient. We are at the forefront of this field. Here are some "firsts":

Patient Insights
Aggregated feedback from verified patient sources to help you make an informed decision.
Most patients are really happy with their hair transplant results, often calling them natural and praising the professional, caring team. They appreciate the detailed explanations and smooth process. Just know one patient felt their rhinoplasty was 'botched' and their concerns weren't heard.
What people like
- +Natural-looking hair transplant results
- +Professional and caring staff
- +Smooth process from consultation to recovery
- +Detailed explanations and compassionate approach
Concerns
- ✕results were 'botched' and not what they wanted
- ✕felt the doctor and staff did not listen
- ✕experienced pain and pressure in recipient area post-op
Themes aggregated from verified patient reviews and community discussions across Reddit, Trustpilot, Google, and hair restoration forums. These are patient opinions, not claims verified by Clinic Reccy.
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Results: Before & After
Pricing Snapshot
USD 8,000 – 20,000
Depending on technique & number of grafts

Typical price for hairline restoration or limited hair loss.

Typical price for moderate hair loss requiring frontal area restoration.

Typical price for advanced hair loss requiring extensive restoration.
What's Included
- Free consultationNo cost to discuss your case before booking.
- Surgeon-performed procedurePerformed by the surgeon, not a technician — as stated by the clinic.
Based on the clinic’s own website and public materials — not independently verified.
Location
Our Team
30 yrs experience
Dr. Richard Chaffoo is a triple board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder and surgical director of California Hair MD. With over 30 years of surgical experience, he is recognized as a 'Superspecialist' in hair restoration, having mastered techniques like FUE, NeoGraft®, and ARTAS® robotic hair restoration. He is also an educator and international lecturer in the field.
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