Hair thinning, a receding hairline or heavier shedding than usual is common in both men and women, and it has many possible causes. At Launceston Skin Clinic a doctor with additional training in hair loss assesses what is driving your hair loss before any treatment is discussed.
What to Expect in Your Consultation
Your first appointment is a discussion and examination only; no treatment is carried out on the day. The doctor takes a history of your hair loss and general health, examines your scalp, and may arrange blood tests to look for medical causes such as iron deficiency or thyroid problems. You then talk through the management options that suit your diagnosis, including what the evidence shows, the likely costs, the risks and the alternatives, so you can decide in your own time.
About the Consultation
- Consultations with a doctor who holds a Professional Master’s Degree in Hair Transplantation
- No referral needed – book online or by phone
- 24 Wellington Street, Launceston, with free patient parking
- Options, costs and alternatives explained before anything is booked
Fees
- Initial consultation: $350, Medicare rebate $82.90
- Treatment costs vary: prescription medicines are bought at pharmacy prices; in-clinic procedures are quoted at your consultation and can be up to $3,000 per session
Why Early Assessment Matters
Some causes of hair loss are easier to manage when they are addressed early, and an assessment can also find treatable medical causes. An early consultation means:
- A diagnosis before you spend money on products that may not suit the cause
- Medical causes such as low iron or thyroid problems are picked up and treated
- More options remain open while hair follicles are still active
Treatment Options Discussed at Your Consultation
Depending on your diagnosis, the doctor may discuss:
- Prescription medicines – tablets, foams or lotions prescribed for your type of hair loss and dispensed by a pharmacy; names and doses are discussed at your appointment.
- Injection-based treatments prepared from your own blood (platelet-rich plasma, PRP) – performed in the clinic over a course of sessions.
- Autologous micrografting (Regenera Activa®) – a single-session in-clinic procedure using a small sample of your own scalp tissue.
- Referral for hair transplantation where that is the most appropriate option.
Whether any of these is suitable for you, what the evidence shows, the number of sessions, the risks and the costs are explained at your consultation, and nothing is booked until you have that information. The doctor will also cover scalp care, nutrition and general health factors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required. You can book directly online or by phone.
How long is the consultation?
Most initial consultations last 30–45 minutes.
Do you see women with hair loss?
Yes. Hair loss in women has its own common causes and patterns, and the consultation covers the same assessment and range of options.
How do I know which treatment is right for me?
The doctor recommends options after assessing your scalp, medical history and type of hair loss, and explains the evidence, risks and costs of each so you can choose.