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General Information
James Anthony Harris, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Clinical Instructor: Hair Transplantation
Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Practice Limited to Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation
Hair Sciences Center of Colorado
5445 DTC Parkway, Suite 1015
Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111
303.694.9381
1.877.694.9381 toll free
303.694.9373 fax
Education
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
1989
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Denver, Colorado
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Degree
1980
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Microbiology
1979
Texas Tech University
Lubbock Texas
Post Graduate Training
Residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Denver, Colorado
July 1990 to June 1994
Internship in General Surgery
St. Joseph Hospital
Denver, Colorado
June 1989 to June 1990
Board and Licensure Information
Diplomate of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, 2009
Diplomate of American Board of Otolaryngology, May, 1995
State of Colorado Board of Medical Examiners, 1991
Diplomate of National Board of Medical Examiners, 1990
Colorado License: 30650
New York License: 222474
Continuing Medical Education
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Regional Workshop
Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, Colorado, October 2009
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 17th Annual Meeting
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, July 2009
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 16th Annual Meeting
Montreal, Canada, September 2008
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery/American Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 24th Annual Meeting
Orlando, FL, January 2008
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 15th Annual Meeting
Las Vegas, NV, September 2007
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2007
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 14th Annual Meeting
San Diego, CA, October 2006
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery/American Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 23rd Annual Meeting
Phoenix, AZ, January 2007
European Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
9th Annual Congress and Live Surgery Workshop
Zurich, Switzerland, May 2006
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Regional Workshop
Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, April 2006
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2006
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery/American Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 22nd Annual Meeting
Orlando, FL, January 2006
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 13th Annual Meeting
Seminars: Advanced Review Course in Hair Restoration Surgery
Workshop: Lateral Slits (Coronal/Transversal)
Sydney, Australia, August 2005
Follicular Unit Extraction Utilizing the Harris SAFE System
International Symposium at the Hair Sciences Center of Colorado
Greenwood Village, CO, July 2005
Tenth Annual Congress
Italian Society of Hair Restoration
Modena, Italy , June 2005
16th Annual Aspen Winter Surgery Seminar
Aspen, CO, April 2005
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2005
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 12th Annual Meeting
Vancouver, BC Canada, August 2004
Advanced Review Course in Hair Restoration Surgery
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 12th Annual Meeting
Vancouver, BC Canada, August 2004
14th Annual Aspen Winter Surgery Seminar
Aspen, CO, April 2005
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 11th Annual Meeting
New York, NY, October 2003
Achieving the One-Pass Result: The Definitive Workshop
Stough Clinic, Hot Springs, AK, January 2003
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Tenth Annual Meeting
Chicago, IL, October 2002
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Ninth Annual Meeting
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, October 2001
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Eighth Annual Meeting
Seminars: Anatomy and Physiology of the Hair Follicle, Hair Follicle Cloning
Waikoloa, HI, December 2000
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Seventh Annual Meeting
Seminars: Anatomy and Physiology of the Hair Follicle, Hairline Design
Medical and Surgical Treatments for Women with Hair Loss
San Francisco, CA, October 1999
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Sixth Annual Meeting
Subject: Hairline Design
Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation
Washington, D.C., September 1998
Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation Fellowship
B.L. Limmer, M.D.
San Antonio, TX, 1998
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Subjects: Meniere's Disease, Non-Neoplastic Diseases, Management of Thyroid Disease Rhinoplasty
Alexandria, VA , September 1997
Luxar Corporation
Subject: Clinical Use of the CO2 Laser in Cosmetic Skin Resurfacing
Denver, CO, April 1997
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Subject: Advanced Techniques in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Philadelphia, PA, November 1996
Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Subject: Laser-Assisted Uvulopalatoplasty
Denver, CO, August 1994
Osler Review Course
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Chicago, IL, March 1994
Positions Held
Board Member
American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, January 2010 - present
Principal Investigator and Consultant
Restoration Robotics, September 2006 – present
Director - ISHRS Regional Workshop
Follicular Unit Extraction, Denver, Colorado, October 2209
Director Web Based CME Seminars
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
Denver, Colorado, October 2006 - present
Clinical Instructor: Hair Transplantation
Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
School of Medicine
January 2000 – present
Member, Website Committee
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
September 2004 – 2005
Member, Continuing Medical Education Committee
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
September 2004 – present
Member, Pro Bono Foundation Committee
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
January 2003 – present
Member, Ad Hoc Committee on Internet Monitoring
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
January 2003 – September 2004
Director – ISHRS Regional Workshop
Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, Colorado
April 2006
Director – Advanced Review Course in Hair Restoration Surgery
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
14th Annual Scientific Meeting
San Diego, CA
2006
Director – Advanced Review Course in Hair Restoration Surgery
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
13th Annual Scientific Meeting
Sydney, Australia
2005
Director - Workshops
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
12th Annual Scientific Meeting
Vancouver, BC, Canada
2004
Member, Board of Directors
Aurora Surgery Center
Aurora, Colorado
1994 - 1997
Member, Aurora Associated Physicians, Inc.
Utilization and Management Committee
1994 - 1997
Member, Aurora Presbyterian Hospital
Surgical Services Committee
Aurora, Colorado
1994 – 1997
Honors and Awards
Graduated with Honors University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1989
Citation for High Academic Achievement, 1986
Recipient of University of Colorado Student Research Fellowship, 1986
Professional Affiliations:
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery
American Medical Association
Colorado Medical Society
Presentations
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
ISHRS Regional Workshop - Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, October 2009
“SAFE System for FUE” Methods and Instrumentation
ISHRS Regional Workshop - Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, October 2009
"Patient Selection for FUE”
ISHRS Regional Workshop - Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, October 2009
"The Use of FUE in Complicated Cases”
ISHRS Regional Workshop - Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, October 2009
"Follicular Unit Extraction”
Board Review Course
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 17th Annual Meeting
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, July 2009
“The Role of the Assistant in Follicular Unit Extraction”
Assistants Meeting
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 17th Annual Meeting
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, July 2009
“Power FUE with SAFE System”
Video Presentation
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 17th Annual Meeting
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, July 2009
“Update on Follicular Unit Extraction”
Board Review Course
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 16th Annual Meeting
Montreal, Canada, September 2008
“Follicular Unit Extraction High Definition Surgery”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 16th Annual Meeting
Montreal, Canada, September 2008
“Update on Follicular Unit Extraction”
American Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Annual Meeting
Orlando, FL, January 2008
“Follicular Unit Extraction”
Advanced Seminars in Hair Restoration
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 15th Annual Meeting
Las Vegas, NV, September 2007
“FUE Workshop”
Course Director
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 15th Annual Meeting
Las Vegas, NV, September 2007
“FUE: Potential Pitfalls, Problems, and Remedies”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 15th Annual Meeting
Las Vegas, NV, September 2007
“FUE: Difficulties in Executing the Procedure”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2007
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2007
“Follicular Unit Extraction”
American Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Annual Meeting
Phoenix, AZ, January 2007
“Enhancement of the SAFE System for FUE: Modification of the Dissecting Tip to Allow Single Step Follicular Unit Dissection”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 14th Annual Meeting
San Diego, CA, October 2006
“Follicular Unit Extraction”
Advanced Seminars in Hair Restoration
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 14th Annual Meeting
San Diego, CA, October 2006
“FUE Workshop”
Course Director
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 14th Annual Meeting
San Diego, CA, October 2006
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 14th Annual Meeting
San Diego, CA, October 2006
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
Chest and Scalp Extraction
European Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
Zurich, Switzerland, May 2006
“SAFE System for FUE: Instrumentation for Two Step and Single Step Follicular Unit Dissection”
European Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
Zurich, Switzerland, May 2006
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
ISHRS Regional Workshop - Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, April 2006
“SAFE System for FUE”
ISHRS Regional Workshop - Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, April 2006
“FUE Surgical Planning and Donor Area Management”
ISHRS Regional Workshop - Follicular Unit Extraction: State of the Art Methodology and Instrumentation
Denver, CO, April 2006
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2006
“Enhancement of the SAFE System for FUE: Modification of the Dissecting Tip to Allow Single Step Follicular Unit Dissection”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2006
“Follicular Unit Extraction – Incorporating FUE into a Hair Restoration Practice”
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 22nd Annual Scientific Meeting
Orlando, FL, January 2006
“Follicular Unit Extraction”
American Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Annual Meeting
Orlando, FL, January 2006
“Enhancement of the SAFE System for FUE: Modification of the Dissecting Tip to Increase Rate of Extraction, Minimize Follicular Unit Burial, and Minimize Transection”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 13th Annual Meeting
Sydney, Australia, August 2005
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 13th Annual Meeting
Sydney, Australia, August 2005
“FUE Workshop: The SAFE System”
Course Director
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 13th Annual Meeting
Sydney, Australia, August 2005
“Improved Methodology and Instrumentation for Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE): The SAFE System”
Tenth Annual Congress
Italian Society of Hair Restoration
Modena, Italy , June 2005
“Follicular Unit Extraction”
16th Annual Winter Surgery Seminar
Aspen, CO, April 2005
“Hair Transplant Update”
16th Annual Winter Surgery Seminar
Aspen, CO, April 2005
Live Surgery Demonstration - SAFE System for Follicular Unit Extraction
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2005
“New Instrumentation and Methodology to Improve FUE
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Live Surgery Workshop
Orlando, FL, March 2005
“New Instrumentation and Methodology to Improve FUE: Less Transection, Higher Rate of Graft Production, Expanded Patient Candidacy”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 12th Annual Meeting
Vancouver, BC Canada, August 2004
“Follicular Unit Extraction vs. Microscopic Dissection of Follicular Unit
Grafts: A Pilot Study on Graft Survival and Growth”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 12th Annual Meeting
Vancouver, BC Canada, August 2004
Advanced Review Course: Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 12th Annual Meeting
Vancouver, BC Canada, August 2004
Workshop on Follicular Unit Extraction
“FUE Workshop: The SAFE System”
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 12th Annual Meeting
Vancouver, BC Canada, August 2004
“The Psychology of Hair Loss”
Advanced Review Course
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 12th Annual Meeting
Vancouver, BC Canada, August 2004
“Introduction of the Hair Volume Index (HVI) and
Its Correlation to Subjective Visual Hair Density”
Scientific Session Presentation and Poster Presentation
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 11th Annual Meeting
New York, NY, October 2003
“Biodiversity of Hair Shaft Diameters: A Statistical Analysis”
Poster Presentation
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 11th Annual Meeting
New York, NY, October 2003
“Application of the Hair Diameter Index (HDI) in Obtaining a Target Hair Density”
Poster Presentation
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 11th Annual Meeting
New York, NY, October 2003
Workshop: “Follicular Unit Graft Production”
Instructor – Introduction to Hair Restoration Surgery
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 11th Annual Meeting
New York, NY, October 2003
“The Psychology of Hair Loss”
Beginners and Advanced Hair Transplantation Courses
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 11th Annual Meeting
New York, NY, October 2003
Workshop: “How to Start a New Hair Restoration Practice”
Instructor
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery 11th Annual Meeting
New York, NY, October 2003
“Follicular Unit Transplantation for Reconstruction”
Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds
Swedish Hospital
Denver, CO, September 2003
“The Use of Follicular Unit Grafts for Treatment of Scars and for Hair Transplant Repair”
15th Annual Aspen Winter Surgery Seminar
Aspen CO, April 2003
“Hair Transplant Update: Instrumentation, Methodologies, Medications, Technology”
15th Annual Aspen Winter Surgery Seminar
Aspen CO, April 2003
“Hair Transplantation Update: Techniques & Reconstruction”
An Otolaryngology Update
Department of Otolaryngology
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Vail, CO, February 2003
Graft Dissection Symposium
Instructor
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Tenth Annual Meeting
Chicago, Illinois, October 2002
"Recombinant Follicular Unit Transplantation"
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery Ninth Annual Meeting
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, October 2001
“Medical Management of Androgenetic Alopecia,"
Lecture to Denver Dermatologists
St. Joseph's Hospital Grand Rounds , May 2001; June 2001
"The Medical and Surgical Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia"
Roundtable Lecture to Denver Dermatologists, Sponsored by Merck Inc.
Denver, CO, December 2000; February 2001
"Recipient Site Creation", Beginners Program
International Society of Hair Replacement Surgery, 8th Annual Meeting
Waikoloa, HI, November 2000
"Recent Advances in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia,"
Roundtable Lecture to Denver Dermatologists, Sponsored by Merck Inc.
Denver, CO, November 2000
"Article Review on the Effect of Finasteride on the Prostate Gland"
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, Seventh Annual Meeting
Poster Presentation
San Francisco, CA, October 1999
"Otitis Media - Treatment and Controversies"
Aurora Presbyterian Hospital
Aurora, CO, July 1995
"Sinusitis, Rhinitis and Allergies: Cleaning Up Nasal Conditions"
Aurora Presbyterian Hospital
Aurora, CO, September 1994
"Laryngeal Cancer in Colorado"
Third International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer
San Francisco, CA, July 1992
"Hematology and Coagulation Basics"
Family Practice Review Course
Estes Park, CO, June 1991
"Penetrating Wounds of the Mastoid"
Triological Society
Pebble Beach, CA, January 1991
Medical Publications
Harris, James A., Recombinant Follicular Units. Hair Transplantation, Unger, W (ed), 5th edition. In press.
Harris, James A., Surgical Assistants in Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation. Hair Transplantation, Unger W (ed), 5th edition. In press.
Harris, James A., OSHA Regulations and Laboratory Testing. Hair Transplantation, Unger W (ed), 5th edition. In press.
Harris, James A., Follicular Unit Extraction. Facial Plastic Surgery, November 2008; Volume 24, No 4: 404-413.
Harris, James A, New Methodology and Instrumentation For Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE): Lower Follicle Transection Rates and Expanded Patient Candidacy. Dermatologic Surgery, January 2006; 32:56-62.
Rassman, W, Harris, James A., Follicular Unit Extraction. Hair Restoration Surgery, Stow, D. and Haber, R (eds). Elsevier Inc., 2006.
Harris, James A., Follicular Unit Extraction: The SAFE System. Hair Transplant Forum International, Volume 14, #5, September/October 2004: 157,163, 164.
Harris, James A., Follicular Unit Transplantation: Dissecting and Planting Techniques. Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, Vol 12, no. 2, May 2004. Epstein, J (ed). W.B. Saunders.
Harris, James A., Recombinant Follicular Units: Formalization of a Concept. Hair Transplantation, Unger, W (ed), 4th edition. Marcel Dekker, 2004.
Harris, James A., Surgical Assistants in Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation. Hair Transplantation, Unger W (ed), 4th edition. Marcel Dekker, 2004.
Harris, James A., OSHA Regulations and Laboratory Testing. Hair Transplantation, Unger W (ed), 4th edition. Marcel Dekker, 2004.
Harris, James A., Hair Transplantation. ENT Secrets, Jafek B. (ed.), 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Hanley and Belfus, 2001.
Harris, James A., Heated Lidocaine: Warming Up to an Old Idea. Hair Transplant Forum International, November/December 2000: 172, 180.
Harris, James A., Effect of Finasteride on the Prostate Gland: The Question Revisited. Hair Transplant Forum International, September/October 2000: 129,134.
Harris, James A., Every Silver Lining Has a Cloud: Review of Study on Effect of Finasteride on the Prostate Gland. Hair Transplant Forum International, March/April 2000: 33,45.
Bernstein, R., Rassman, W., Marritt, E., Seager, D., Harris, J., Limmer, B., Shapiro, R. A Slot By Any Other Name. Hair Transplant Forum International, Nov/Dec, 1999: 9:175.
Harris, James A., Myers, A.D., and Smith, C. Laryngeal Cancer in Colorado. Head and Neck, 1993: 15: 398- 404.
Hill, D.P., Myers, A.D., and Harris, J.A. Autologous Fat Injection for Vocal Cord Medialization in the Canine Larynx. Laryngoscope, 1991: 101: 344-348.
Earnest, M.P., Feldman, H., Marx, J.A., Harris, J.A. Biletch, M., and Sullivan, L.P. Intracranial Lesions Shown By Computerized Tomographic Brain Scans In 259 Cases of First Alcohol-Related Seizures. Neurology, 1988: 38(10): 1561-1565.
Consumer Education Information
“The New Science of Hair Growth”, Michael Behar, Best Life Magazine, March, 2009, page 84.
“Hit the Spot: New Weapons Fight the Battle of the Bald”, Lisa Ryckman, Rocky Mountain News, Spotlight, March 13, 2007, p. 3-4.
“Getting Ahead in The Hair Game”, Amy Fletcher, Denver Business Journal, Denver, Colorado, August 27, 2004, page A1 and A36.
“Hair Today, Here Tomorrow: Don’t Wig Out…Hereditary Hair Loss Can Be Treated”, The State Journal-Register, Springfield, Illinois, August 2, 2004, Health, page 11.
“Gone Today, Hair Tomorrow”, Bill Radford, The Gazette, Colorado Springs, Colorado, January 26, 2004, p. 2-5 “Life” section.
“Cures for Cue Balls: A Hair Replacement Expert Puts the Options on the Table”, Mark Wolf, Rocky Mountain News, Spotlight, December 9, 2003, p. 3-7D.
"The Hair Replacement Revolution: A Consumer's Guide to Effective Hair Replacement Techniques", James A. Harris, M.D. and Emanuel Marritt, M.D. Square One Publishers, New York, 2003.
"Splitting Hairs: New Implant Method Touted as Most Natural Looking", James Meadows, Rocky Mountain News, Spotlight, August 8, 2000, p. 3-6D.
"Hair Loss Gets Some Help," Pete Lewis, Colorado Business Magazine, August 2000, Volume 27, No. 8, p. 24- 27.
"Pulling the Plug on Hair Replacement Myths", Intermountain Jewish News, Generations, June 30, 2000, p.43 -47.
Media Information
"Fox News", Channel 31 Denver, CO, July 2009
Consumer News segment with Dr. John Torres on treatment of hair loss
“KUSA”, Channel 9, NBC Affiliate, Denver, CO, July 2007
Segment on Low Level Laser Light Therapy for the treatment of hair loss
“Univision” Cable TV Network, Denver, CO, May 2006
Four part series on hair loss and FUE versus Strip Graft Harvesting
“KCNC”, Channel 4, CBS affiliate, Denver, CO, February 2006
Segment on follicular unit extraction and its use in eyebrow reconstruction
“KUSA”, Channel 9, NBC affiliate, Denver, CO, July 2005
Segment on follicular unit extraction and international training seminar for physicians on the Harris Safe System conducted by Dr. Harris and the Hair Sciences Center of Colorado
“Medical Breakthroughs” Ivanhoe Broadcast News, March 2005
Interview on follicular unit extraction, the SAFE System, and the Scribe
“Live with Lea”, KFKA 1310, Greeley, CO, December, 2004
Interview featuring hair loss and its medical and surgical treatment
“KCNC News”, Channel 4, CBS affiliate, Denver, CO, August 2004
Interview on follicular unit extraction, the SAFE System, and the Scribe
“MSNBC”, June 2004
Interview on current therapies for hair loss including medications, surgery, and cloning
“WGN News”, Channel 2, Denver, CO, March 2004
“Turning Back the Clock”, news segment on cosmetic surgery featuring Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation
"Fox News", Channel 31, Denver, CO, July 2003
Consumer News Segment featuring Finasteride
"Fox News", Channel 31, Denver, CO, February 2002
Consumer News Segment featuring Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation
"Off the Record with Lea", Channel 8, Greeley, CO, August 2000
Consumer News Segment featuring Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation
"Health News Network", Channel 20, Denver, CO, July 2000
Consumer News Segment focusing on Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation
Research Experience
Development of new methodology and instrumentation for follicular unit extraction (FUE) to decrease follicle trauma and increase surgical efficiency.
Study of growth rates and survival of grafts obtained by follicular unit extraction versus those obtained by microscopic dissection.
Biodiversity of hair shaft diameters: Statistical study of hair diameters for use in further studies.
Development of the “Hair Volume Index (HVI)” based on hair shaft diameters and hair counts. The HVI concept is to be used in patient counseling regarding visual outcomes of transplantation.
Laryngeal Cancer in Colorado: Utilized the Colorado Cancer Registry in an epidemiological study characterizing this disease.
Lipoinjection for Vocal Cord Paralysis: Examined the efficacy of autologous fat injections in human subjects for the treatment of unilateral vocal cord paralysis
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with CO2 Laser: Development and documentation of a methodology for performing endoscopic sinus surgery using prototypic laser equipment
Penetrating Mastoid Injuries: Investigated cases of penetrating injuries to the temporal bone; developed diagnostic and treatment protocols for these patients
Autologous Fat Injection into Paralyzed Vocal Cords: Examined the efficacy of autologous fat injections in the canine model for treatment of unilateral vocal cord paralysis
Clinical Characteristics of Patients Experiencing First Time Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures: Investigated laboratory findings in patients with first time alcohol withdrawal seizures
Efficacy of CT Scans In-Patients with Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures: Analyzed cases of first time alcohol withdrawal seizures in an attempt to correlate focal physical findings with significant abnormalities on CT scan
In Vivo Turnover of Antithrombin III in Patients Using Prednisone: Responsible for the production and radioactive labeling of purified AT III
Employment Experience
Medical Director, Hair Sciences Center of Colorado, Greenwood Village, CO
Specializing in hair restoration utilizing follicular unit transplantation and follicular unit extraction (FUE).
1998 – present
President, HSC Development, LLC, Greenwood Village, CO
Provider of technical innovations in the field of hair transplantation.
June 2005 – present
Physician, Aurora Associates of Otolaryngology, P.C., Aurora, CO
Specialty in Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery
July 1994 to June 2000
August 1985 - June 1994 Medical School & Residency
Consulting Partner, Software Associates, Lakewood, CO
Owner of a computer and information systems consulting company. Responsible for marketing, system design, software programming, and system installation.
January 1983 to August 1985
Data Processing Manager, Hart Exploration and Production Company, Englewood, CO
Responsible for computer operations, system design and maintenance, system installation.
October 1981 to December 1983
Systems Analyst, Arthur Andersen & Company, Denver, CO
Designed and programmed computer software and trained users
February 1981 to September 1981
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