Paul J. McAndrews, M.D., FAAD, FABHRS, FISHRS

Paul J. McAndrews, M.D., FAAD, FABHRS, FISHRS, is a prominent board-certified dermatologist based in Pasadena, California, specializing in hair restoration treatments. He serves as the Senior Medical Advisor at Stemson Therapeutics, a biotechnology company focused on using human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to develop innovative therapies for hair loss.12

Dr. McAndrews has extensive experience in the field of dermatology, particularly in medical and surgical hair restoration. He has been a Clinical Professor at the USC/LA County Medical Center for over 20 years, where he teaches hair transplant surgery to residents. His contributions to the field include being a past president of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) and the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS).14 He is also recognized for his role in authoring educational materials and exams for hair restoration professionals.1

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. McAndrews is known for his commitment to patient care, offering both in-person and virtual consultations to address hair and skin concerns. His practice emphasizes personalized attention, performing only one hair transplant surgery per day to ensure focused care for each patient.23