At her Upper East Side Manhattan practice, Dr. Marie V. Hayag treats hair loss as a medical condition requiring accurate diagnosis and long-term management, not a cosmetic inconvenience.
Every patient undergoes a structured evaluation that may include:
- Detailed medical and family history
- Hair density measurement
- Assessment of follicular miniaturization
- Evaluation of scalp histology
- Hormonal and nutritional laboratory testing
- Scalp biopsy when indicated
Unlike retail hair restoration centers or med spas offering generic protocols, physician-led dermatologic care ensures treatment targets the underlying cause of alopecia with medical oversight and evidence-based therapy selection.
Treatment options may include:
- FDA-approved topical therapies such as minoxidil
- Oral medications including finasteride or spironolactone (when appropriate)
- PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy
- Microneedling for hair regrowth
- Anti-inflammatory therapies for autoimmune or inflammatory causes
Combination therapy is often more effective than a single intervention.