When it comes to hair restoration and skin rejuvenation, treatment centers and options abound. How does one even begin to decide where to start? Shamila Gupta Rawal, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist/head and neck surgeon and specializes in the management of hair loss and rejuvenation of the face and neck at her private practice on the west side of Madison.
Thinning hair and hair loss are not only men’s issues — they can be devastating to women, too. Yet, marketing is often targeted toward men’s hair restoration and boosting their self-confidence, and women are often unaware of similar options for them. Many physicians are also unfamiliar with the diagnosis and treatment of female hair loss, and their patients are often relegated to camouflage techniques or drastic hairstyle changes.
At The Rawal Institute for Hair Restoration and Aesthetic Medicine, Dr. Rawal understands the physical and psychological toll hair loss takes on both women and men, and her approach is rooted in evidence-based medicine. All patients undergo a thorough medical and laboratory evaluation, including a microscopic exam of their scalp. Dr. Rawal explains each of her findings and their prognostic significance so her patients can understand their care plan.
Dr. Rawal strongly believes that education is empowerment. She makes sure her patients understand the science behind the care she provides, so they can play an active role in their own care plan. Dr. Rawal’s approach gives her patients hope and a plan that can adjust as their needs change over time.
Skin rejuvenation is not one-size-fits-all either, and having comprehensive knowledge about skin types and conditions is key to providing good results and avoiding disfiguring complications, such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or scarring. Dr. Rawal’s medical expertise and training in facial plastic surgery allow her to provide the best regimens of care for all skin types and tones, especially sensitive skin (rosacea, acne, aging) and darker skin tones, which require special considerations.
After a thorough medical, laboratory and advanced skin imaging assessment, Dr. Rawal gains a unique understanding of each patient’s skin rejuvenation needs and crafts a treatment plan that is safe and effective. She thoroughly explains the science behind skin aging and skin inflammation so that the patient’s results are long-lasting and self-maintaining.
Dr. Rawal strives to create a partnership with her patients with a shared goal of healthier hair and skin for life. If you are interested in learning more, consider attending one of Dr Rawal’s Science and Art Series presentations. We guarantee you will come away with new knowledge!
