The 8th Annual Conference of the Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons (AAHRS), held under the auspices of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), successfully took place in China from June 6 to 9. Among the distinguished guests was Dr. Konstantinos Anastassakis, the only European hair transplant surgeon invited as an honorary speaker and Instructor Surgeon at the Live Surgery Workshop.
Dr. Konstantinos Anastassakis: A Surgeon of International Repute
Dr. Anastassakis, renowned globally in the field of hair transplantation, is among the 220 certified hair transplant surgeons by the ABHRS (American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery) and one of the 139 Fellow Members of the ISHRS (International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery).
Captivating Lectures
At the conference, Dr. Anastassakis delivered three impactful lectures:
– “Iron deficiency, Anabolic steroids and Botanical extracts in AGA/FPHL”
– “Strip Harvesting – Basic Concepts of Wound Closure”
– “Complications-How to Avoid Placing Disasters”
His presentations garnered significant interest and acclaim, offering valuable insights into hair transplantation and androgenetic alopecia.
Highlights of the Live Surgery Workshop
The Live Surgery Workshop was a major highlight of the conference, drawing a large audience and reinforcing Dr. Anastassakis’ status as a leading expert in hair transplantation. He showcased advanced techniques in hair transplantation for men using the unshaven FUE method.
Androgenetic Alopecia from A to Z – Vol. 1, 2, and 3
Dr. Anastassakis also presented his comprehensive volumes, “Androgenetic Alopecia from A to Z – Vol. 1, 2, and 3”, at a special event, following an invitation from AAHRS President Dr. Bertram Ng. The presentation was met with enthusiasm from the scientific community, leading to an agreement for the books to be translated into Mandarin Chinese. This translation underscores the international recognition and value of Dr. Anastasakis’ work.
Prestigious Award and Recognition
During the closing ceremony, Dr. Anastassakis was honored by the AAHRS, a member of the Global Council of ISHRS, for his outstanding contributions to the field of hair transplantation. This accolade highlights Dr. Anastassakis’ dedication to advancing techniques and practices in hair transplantation and his significant impact on the global stage.