Dr. Nakatsui, Possible Recommendation on our Community

[Pat - Publisher of this Community]

After searching high and low over the past several years for the very best surgeons it's rare to discover a hidden gem. But I think I've found one far up North in Edmonton, Canada.

This surgeon studied and adopted Dr. Jerry Wong's ultra refined lateral grafting technique and appears to be achieving excellent results (click here to see his patient results on his website).

His name is Dr. Thomas Nakatsui. He is a dermatologist who specializes in hair transplantation. He is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and he is board certified in both the United States and Canada.

Dr. Nakatsui was raised in Edmonton and completed his medical training and residency in Dermatology at the University of Alberta. In addition, he has received training in many excellent medical centers such as Harvard, the Johns Hopkins Medical Center, and the Mayo Clinic.

I first discovered him about a year ago. But he was reluctant to be presented on our community since he currently limits his practice to Canadian patients due to issues with insuring non Canadians.

I had a chance to meet with him in person at the San Diego ISHRS meeting. I was impressed by his presentation at the meeting and by him.

In my opinion Dr. Nakatsui should be recommended on the Hair Transplant Network for Alberta, Canada so that Canadians in Alberta searching our community will find him.

Ultimately, given his commitment to performing world class ultra refined follicular unit grafting (with the capacity to do large and dense sessions), he should also be considered for membership in the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians.

Perhaps once Dr. Nakatsui sees just how many Americans will be excited about his services he will in time be able to accept American patients.

I welcome input and feedback from members of this community on Dr. Nakatsui's potential recommendation on the Hair Transplant Network and membership in the Coalition.

Onwards and Upwards, Pat

[the B spot]

WOW! If indeed Dr. Nakatsui is turning out patients like those posted on is website, then he will soon be in high demand from us Americano's.

I REALLY like his soft natural hairline shapes, and I like the way his site presents the techniques he uses.

I especially like the way he mentions Dr. Wong and his training, as opposed to every other "Dr. X is a World Leader" B.S.

We know who the world leaders are already, glad to see this guy seems to take pride in who he learned from and how his methods are presented.

I am cool with this one Pat.

I would really like for Dr. Nakatsui to be persuaded to present some current patients as I think we would get a real feel for all types of patients.

Maybe we could make this a requirement for being a recommended physician?
Monthly updates?
Just a thought!!!!
Thanks Again Pat!

[hairbank]

I'm with B, WOW!

Really....I was impressed by what I saw on his site. The pics were good quality which made it easier to evaluate the work. The only change to him I'd recommend on the site is to include graft counts on ALL pictured HT patients.

The hairlines looked very natural.............was was equally impressed with the appearance of density he was able to provide.

Not sure how to go about recommending him, it's nice to hear from a former patient or two about their experience.

In the immortal words of Jack Buck (St. Louis Cards announcer extrordinaire) "That's a winner"!

Appears he would be a great addition to those recommended by HTN.

[Gorpy]

This guy's results look great. I'm very impressed with his work. The pictures are high quality with good closeups. This doctor should be recommended.

[nobuzz4me]

Now that is a website the way it should be done! Great hairline work. Thumbs up!

[NervousNelly]

He truly does have some impressive results. I don't believe however that an individual should be recommended for the coalition based on some photos posted on his website. I would like to see some unsolicited posts from some of his patients as well as some photos from you Pat during a HT session at his office. It surely does appear though that this guy has talent.

[HK500]

I'll second that, nice web site and impressive results.

[the B spot]

Hey Guys, I am not saying that this Doc should be recommended simply because of his website.

The overall "feel" and presentation of Dr. Nakatsui's website was certainly a factor.

However, I personally place GREAT stock in Pat's recommendations and his impression of individual Doc's which weighs very heavily with me personally. Having spoken to Pat on several occasions, I believe in his mission here, unequivocably.

Understand that this is a recommended Doc, who only does Canadian citizens at this time and is not being admitted to the Coalition.

This coupled with Pat's recommendation and the fine photos attached to the website are enough for me.

I would like to see some type of monthly update required by our recommended Doc's, so we can keep up with current work.

Making it difficult to A. Get in to the Coalition and B. be a recommended HT Doc is a good thing!

[Bill - Managing Publisher]

I first discovered him about a year ago. But he was reluctant to be presented on our community since he currently limits his practice to Canadian patients due to issues with insuring non Canadians.

I'm a little curious at this situation...what issues is this person having? Can't they be resolved? It's obviously not a general rule since other Canadian transplant doctors have patients from all over the world coming to them especially the US. I know this is probably small potatoes...but I'd like to know more about this specific issue.

I would agree, however, based on what I read above and seen on the website that this doctor seems like a candidate for recommendations and MAYBE EVENTUALLY the coalition, if this doctor can prove consistent results over time. Thoughts?

Bill

[Pat - Publisher of this Community]

I appreciate everyones excellent input regarding Dr. Nakatsui. It seems that most everyone agrees that he and his clinic are a real find (a diamond in the rough). Dr. Nakatsui's technique and results do appear to meet the standards set for Coalition membership.

I also understand and appreciate the concerns expressed by those who would like to see more posts on our forum from his actual patients. I too would like to see such first hand feedback.

Dr. Nakatsui emailed me today requesting to become a member in the Coalition, while limiting his practice at present to non US patients. Apparently he feels that his technique and results qualify him for membership and so he would like nothing less than full Coalition membership. I can understand his reasoning.

I think his work is too compelling for him not to be presented on our community. After all, should not patients in the province of Alberta learn about him when they visit our community?

I would like to propose that we grant him a trial membership in the Coalition under the condition that he place prominent links on his site to this forum and the patient weblogs so that his patients can then easily find their way to this community to share their experience.

I expect that such cooperation and two way linkage will provide us all with plenty of compelling patient testimonials.

I also spoke with Joe Tilman regarding Dr. Nakatsui and he had nothing but good to say about him and his work.

I would appreciate a show of hands (reply below) either in favor or not in favor of creating a two way relationship with Dr. Nakatsui and his patients on a trial basis.

Personally I think that if he is given a chance on our community he will become a favorite choice and will in time want to also provide his services to US patients.

I look forward to everyone's input.

Thanks, Pat