Master Course in Trichology (MCT)
Comprehensive 3-Day Advanced Clinical & Surgical Hair Restoration Curriculum
- University Affiliation: Northwest International University (NIU) Affiliated Program
- Global Accreditation: Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certified – UK CPD Approved
- Course Duration: 3 Days (Advanced Clinical & Surgical Immersion)
- Instruction Format: Interactive Core Lectures, Live Patient/Operating Room Demonstrations, & Supervised Hands-on Training
- Minimum Eligibility: Strictly open to licensed Medical & Dental Practitioners who have completed foundational aesthetics tracks (MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, or international equivalents)
Focus: Scalp Pathologies, Transdermal Delivery Systems, and Platelet/Growth Factor Concentrates
Module 1: Clinical Trichology & Scalp Pathologies
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Hair: Deep dive into the hair follicle structure, follicular unit architecture, and the hair growth cycle (Anagen, Catagen, Telogen, Exogen).
- Pathophysiology of Hair Loss: Diffuse vs. patterned hair loss. Detailed study of Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) in males and females, Telogen Effluvium, Alopecia Areata, and Cicatricial (scarring) alopecias.
- Advanced Diagnostics: Trichoscopy (dermoscopy of the scalp) features, identifying follicular signatures, hair pull test protocols, and interpreting scalp biopsies.
Module 2: Microneedling & Transdermal Delivery Systems
- Mechanism of Action: Percutaneous collagen induction therapy, micro-injury cascades, and growth factor upregulation.
- Device Dynamics: Comparative analysis of manual rollers, automated microneedling pens, and stamp devices (depth settings from 0.5mm to 2.5mm based on scalp thickness).
- Clinical Protocol: Sterilization, cross-contamination prevention, mapping the treatment area, and post-procedure barrier repair.
Module 3: Autologous Regenerative Therapies: PRP & GFC
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Science: Principles of centrifugation, optimizing platelet concentration fractions (4x to 6x baseline), and activation kinetics.
- Growth Factor Concentrate (GFC) Technology: Advanced acellular preparation, direct isolation of growth factors (PDGF, VEGF, EGF, IGF-1) from blood platelets for superior stability and reduced inflammation.
- Clinical Application Parameters: Phlebotomy techniques, processing protocols, local ring blocks/topical anesthesia for the scalp, injection depths (interfollicular dermal delivery), and post-therapy recovery protocols.
Module 4: Day 1 Hands-On Practical Training
- Anatomical landmark tracing and trichoscopic scalp mapping on live training models.
- Supervised patient application of micro-needling devices utilizing precise depth variations across different scalp zones.
- Hands-on clinical execution of phlebotomy, centrifugation processing, and interfollicular dermal injection delivery of autologous PRP and GFC.
Focus: Hairline Architecture, Nerve Blocks, Tumescent Dynamics, and FUE Mechanics
Module 5: Pre-Surgical Framework & Hair Transplant Theory
- Patient Selection & Ethics: Psychological screening for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), managing patient expectations, and medical contraindications.
- Aesthetic Hairline Design: Principles of facial symmetry, golden ratios, creating age-appropriate hairlines, establishing the macro- and micro-environments, and calculating graft requirements (density planning).
- Donor Management: Safely defining the safe donor zone (SDZ), calculating donor density using a trichometer, and preventing donor depletion or over-harvesting.
Module 6: Surgical Pharmacology: Anesthesia & Tumescence
- Local Anesthesia (LA): Pharmacology of Lidocaine and Bupivacaine, calculating maximum safe dosages (mg/kg), managing toxicity (LAST – Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity), and using epinephrine for hemostasis.
- Advanced Block Techniques: Executing supraorbital, supratrochlear, and occipital nerve blocks to achieve total regional anesthesia with minimal patient discomfort.
- Tumescence Fluid Dynamics: Formulation of custom tumescent solutions. The physics of hydrostatic pressure in creating the perfect surgical plane, minimizing bleeding, and separating the dermis from underlying large blood vessels.
Module 7: FUE & Bio-Enhanced Hair Transplantation
- FUE Mechanics: Introduction to motorized and manual FUE scoring devices. Understanding punch geometry (sharp, blunt, serrated, hybrid) and choosing diameters (0.7mm to 0.9mm).
- Bio-Hair Transplantation: Integrating biological scaffolds and regenerative storage solutions (e.g., HypoThermosol, ATP additives, or holding grafts in autologous PRP/GFC) to dramatically increase graft survival rates ex-vivo.
Module 8: Day 2 Hands-On Practical Training
- Live interactive mapping and density planning for age-appropriate hairline restorations on diverse models.
- Step-by-step design, formulation, and landmark mapping for regional nerve blocks and tumescent fluid delivery.
- Hands-on trial calibration of motorized FUE scoring devices, adjusting punch geometries, and establishing depth control limits.
Focus: Facial Hair Transplants, DHI Implanters, and Tactile Ex-Vivo Training Residency
Module 9: Special Area Restoration: Beard Transplantation
- Facial Hair Anatomy: Differences between scalp and facial hair graft characteristics (angle of exit, single-hair dominance, change in direction).
- Design & Execution: Framing the cheek line, jawline, and goatee while maintaining an acute exit angle (10° to 15°) to ensure natural layment.
Module 10: Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) / Implanter Pen Technique
- DHI Methodology: Comparative analysis of conventional slitting vs. the “No-Root-Touch” DHI implanter pen technique (Choi, Lion, or equivalent).
- Surgical Mechanics: Simultaneous site creation and graft placement, depth control mechanics, and managing the positioning of the graft to prevent popping or burying.
Module 11: Pre-Clinical Simulation Laboratory (Hands-on Lab)
- Ex-Vivo Tissue Training: Tactile simulation utilizing pork skin models to master the mechanical feel of tissue resistance.
- Extraction Drills: Perfecting alignment, centration, depth control, and rotational speed parameters using FUE punches.
- Implantation Mechanics: Mastering forceps handling, avoiding graft trauma (holding the dull tissue/bony structure of the graft rather than the bulb), and adjusting placement angles.