Dr. Sanusi Umar, known as Dr. U, is the founder of DermHair Clinic and a pioneer in hair transplant surgery. He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and previously by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Additionally, he completed a fellowship in cosmetic surgery under the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. U’s residency training in dermatology took place in Los Angeles, where he now serves as a clinical faculty member at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). A native of Nigeria, Dr. U obtained his medical degree from UniMaid College of Medical Sciences. His initial residency in Internal Medicine was at the Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York, where his work in infectious disease garnered significant recognition, including a first-place award from the Long Island Infectious Diseases fellows’ competition and invitations to present and chair sessions at International AIDS conferences in Geneva and Durban.
Driven by his advanced training, passion for research, and interest in natural hair restoration processes, Dr. U embarked on a quest to revolutionize hair transplant surgery. After personally experiencing the devastating consequences of a botched hair transplant, he dedicated himself to finding better solutions for others. He began by comparing various hair restoration procedures in the United States and abroad, identifying the shortcomings and flaws of traditional methods. This led him to develop a new, minimally invasive FUE hair transplant procedure, which has since set new standards in the field. Widely published and recognized for his innovative work, Dr. U continues to lead the industry with his expertise and commitment to improving patient outcomes through advanced hair restoration techniques.
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Shawn S
in the last weekI am from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and in 2023 I traveled to Los Angeles for a five-day hair transplant with Dr. Sanusi Umar. I paid approximately US$45,000 (United States dollars), plus my own hotel and travel expenses, vitamins, and other products. I was also charged several thousand dollars extra for additional grafts. I was asked to wire the money before I arrived. From the beginning, Dr. Umar knew the condition of my donor area and what he was dealing with. I was given assurances about what could be achieved, but unfortunately the transplanted hair did not grow as I expected. I also believe much of my remaining donor hair was used, leaving me with limited options for future corrective treatment. In my experience, the assurances I received did not match the eventual result. This was a tremendous financial sacrifice for me. I am not a wealthy person; this was money I saved through years of hard work. I was extremely disappointed and asked for help and for some of the money to be returned because of the poor result, but I did not feel that my concerns were taken seriously or that any meaningful assistance was offered. Instead, I felt responsibility for the outcome was placed on me. I always believed that doctors and patients should work together and that doctors should listen to their patients and try to address their concerns. Unfortunately, I did not feel that happened in my case. I also found Dr. Umar’s communication rude and aggressive, and I felt that financial considerations received more attention than my concerns as a patient. The outcome has had a life-changing effect on me, causing significant stress and affecting my confidence, emotional well-being, and quality of life. This review reflects my personal experience, feelings, and impressions. I am not making general claims about his work or other patients’ results. Anyone considering a hair transplant should carefully research expected results, donor limitations, costs, risks, and corrective options before proceeding. Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Jyothi Kumar
in the last weekJennifer is very thorough and professional!
Keith Harris
3 months agoMy appointment was scheduled for 10:00 AM, but I wasn’t seen until after 11:15 AM. Delays happen, but the doctor never acknowledged the wait or offered a simple apology. The staff was pleasant and professional. However, I was disappointed that when I declined the doctor’s proprietary supplements and requested evidence-based pharmaceutical treatment instead, the relationship ended there. Respect for a patient’s time and treatment preferences should go both ways.
Deric Burkshir
4 months agoHad a very large Keloid back of head was told by him I can remove it for ( FREE ) if I do a video of my life experience with this massive keloid on my head, his film crew came to my house and we did a very long video. I was told my blood levels was 12 not 13 so he put me on vitamin and to start eating more leafy greens, so tried it but did not work, blood infusion was my next best thing so dealing with him getting blood work from Quest, diagnostic and other places Every time I go and sit for 4 hours, they never got the work order for my blood test I wasted two months trying to get this done and then when it was finally time To get the surgery because he had to find a donor center that would donate blood For my situation, he told me that to make sure that you really want this done I need $6500 and it’s refundable I said I thought you would do this for free if I did the video but he told my wife because I was so upset I could She asked the same thing he did the video why he need to come up with $6500 He said because another patient had burnt him so this is what he need but it’s refundable and I don’t have money That’s why I did the video and you say you was gonna do the procedure for free but if anybody read this, just know if you say a free video is not you’re gonna have to pay 6500 or maybe 7500 today to get it done but he might sneak it on you thinking you’re going to get this done for free but it’s not for free just my thought so now I gotta go to Lexington plastic surgery Dr. Jones and he said that’s a shame that he did you like that Blessed day
Sandra Palma
6 months agoI have nothing negative to say about Dr. Umar. He has been treating my son since 2 years ago, and his condition is remarkable improving. I definitely recommend Dr. Umar.