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The Fellowship Pathway
Each step grants its own certificate or credential.
Completing all steps is not required unless you’re pursuing the F-ASAHRS Fellowship (and the SF-ASAHRS distinction for the Scientific track).
Fellowship Foundation Certificate
ASAHRS-FFC Credential
In this exhaustive hands-on program, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of hair restoration from every angle, alongside practical experience in the most advanced techniques. NOTE: Candidates are not required to appear for any examinations for this certification.
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Hair Restoration Relevant Theory
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Hair Anatomy and Physiology
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Hair Loss Causes and How To Differentiate
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Alopecia Treatment - Medical and Surgical
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Alopecia Medications
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Non-surgical Hair Restoration Modalities
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Painless Hair Restoration
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Surgical Hair Restoration
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Hair Restoration Consultation
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Use of Advanced Morphing Software
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Hair-line Designing
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Use of AI and AR in Hair Restoration
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Use of Advanced Analysis Equipment
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FUE, AI, and Robotic FUE
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Marketing Your Hair Restoration Practice
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Upon completing the Fellowship Foundation Course, candidates are awarded the ASAHRS Fellowship Foundation Certificate (ASAHRS-FFC) and become eligible to proceed to the ASAHRS Board Certification
NOTE: Candidates are not required to appear for any examinations for this certification.
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ASAHRS Board Certification
ASAHRS Board-certified Credential
To be eligible for certification, applicants must:
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Provide a valid, unrestricted M.D. or D.O. license in good standing from their practicing jurisdiction.
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Submit a self-declaration confirming all licenses remain clear and unrestricted.
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Submit a current and detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
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Complete the ASAHRS Fellowship Foundation Certificate Program (International candidates may complete the Foundation Certificate online.)
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Successfully pass a comprehensive written and oral examination covering core principles, techniques, and best practices in hair restoration surgery.
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Routes to Certification
Candidates may qualify for ASAHRS certification through one of the following pathways:
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Experience Route: For physicians with substantial experience in hair restoration.
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Fellowship Route: For those who have completed a dedicated fellowship in hair restoration.
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Certification for Physicians New to the Specialist A structured pathway for those newly entering the field.
Application & Examination Process
Applicants must submit:
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A fully completed application form (available via the ASAHRS website).
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All required supporting documentation.
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A non-refundable application fee, as determined by the ASAHRS Board of Directors.
Upon review and approval by the ASAHRS Credentialing Committee, candidates will be invited to appear for the certification examination.
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ASAHRS Certification Examination
The certification exam consists of two critical components:
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Written Examination: A multiple-choice test assessing theoretical knowledge, procedural expertise, and clinical decision-making skills.
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Oral Examination: A case-based assessment evaluating a candidate’s ability to analyze complex hair restoration cases, identify best treatment options, and ensure patient safety.
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ASAHRS Certification Examination Fees
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Written Examination: $1500.00
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Oral Examination: $1500.00
To achieve board certification, candidates must successfully pass both components of the examination.
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After passing both exams, candidates receive the ASAHRS Board-Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon certificate and credential and then proceed to Clinical Competency Evidence to complete the requirements for the F-ASAHRS Fellowship credential and award.
Competency Evidence
F-ASAHRS Credential
The final step to showcase your mastery of the theoretical, practical, and ethical foundations of hair restoration—with or without actual cases—through structured assessments and verification. Upon successful approval of your competency evidence by the ASAHRS Board, you’ll receive the F-ASAHRS credential and be awarded the ASAHRS Fellowship Certificate
Requirement (at a glance):
Earn 5 credits from at least three categories listed below, including 1 credit from real-world exposure. To ensure breadth, no single category may exceed 3 credits. Waivers are rare and require program approval.
What this step proves
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Judgment & Safety: indications, consent, complication prevention, escalation.
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Technical Literacy: FUE/DHI/robot-assisted workflows, instrumentation, asepsis.
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Ethics & Documentation: de-identification, unbiased decision-making, clear records.
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Practice Readiness: end-to-end reasoning from consult to follow-up.
Accepted evidence (choose any mix)
Earn a total of 5 credits from at least three categories, including at least 1.0 real-world credit (Primary/Assist/Observed), with no single category exceeding 3.0 credits.
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Primary Case
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What you submit: De-identified dossier + mentor attestation + reflection
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Credits: 1.0
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Notes: Counts toward real-world.
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Assist Case
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Submit what you did as an assistant plus a brief reflection.
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Credits: 0.5
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Notes: Counts toward real-world
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Observed Case
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Submit an observation checklist and a brief reflection.
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Credits: 0.25
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Notes: Counts toward real-world
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Case Simulation Lab
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Do a supervised simulation covering consult, planning, intra-op decisions, and complications.
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Credits: 0.5 each
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Notes: Simulation category
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OSATS (Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skills) Video Review
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Send a short technique video using models; we score it.
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Credits: 0.25 each
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Notes: Simulation category
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Complication Playbook
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Submit your prevention/management plan for a set scenario.
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Credits: 0.25 each
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Notes: Simulation category
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Grand Rounds Defense
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Present one case in a 15-minute live oral defense with examiners.
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Credits: 0.5
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Notes: Simulation category
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Morbidity Analysis
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Submit a mentor-verified review of a real complication and what you learned.
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Credits: 0.5
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Notes: Counts as real-world only if sourced from actual exposure; otherwise simulation analysis
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Physician Testimonials
Why Go For ASAHRS Fellowships
Hair Restoration Relevant Theory
Get in-depth knowledge of the Anatomy of hair, physiology of hair growth, physiological and pathological causes of hair loss, treatment options for various types of hair loss and much more
Science Of Planning And Designing A Prefect Hairline
Master the science of understanding the optimum number of grafts required, and designing the perfect hair line for providing the best results based on the grade of baldness.
Learn The Art Of Harvestation And Implantation
Learn the important rules of graft extraction and implantation to avoid graft transection while extraction; or graft popping, graft burrowing and other complications while implantation.
Learn To Use Robotic & Automated FUE Devices
Apart from learning the traditional and motorized FUE techniques, also learn to use the most advanced Automated and Robotic Hair Transplant Devices and Software.
Learn To Market & Protect Your Practice
All of our fellowship programs include a customized marketing module that will give you the marketing skills you need to stand apart from your competitors.
The ASAHRS Advantage
The X Factor
Our Physicians Showcase Their ASAHRS Credentials with Pride and Honor
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