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Dr. Bertram Medical Hair Transplant
眉 髮 醫 學 移 植 中 心 ( 香 港 ) |
( 852 ) 3421-1138
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Our Center - Facilities and Equipment
For Your Optimal Result
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A Specially Designed Operating Room
We have carefully designed our center after visiting many hair transplant clinics all over the world. Our operating room was designed solely for the purpose of hair transplantat. This should be the largest in Hong Kong, where doctor and assistants can work in the same area for better communication.
Germ-free envirnomant
In order to cut down air-borned infection (wound infection as well as upper respiratory tract infection), we have installed an industrial grade ultra-violet air sterilizer. We only perform one procedure a day to prevent cross contamination amongst patients. The room is regularly cleaned and sterilized according to our strict protocol.
A Shampoo Room
Proper hair wash is an important part of wound care after procedure. We assign a room to house a large shampoo chair with good neck support, where the patient can lie down and relax during the wash.
The Ultimate Hair Transplant Chair
We have imported from USA a surgical table purposely built for hair transplant. This chair allows 3 people to insert grafts simultaneously as to reduce operating time. The one of a kind neck support allows patients to remain in comfortable position during the many hours of graft insertion.
Microscopes
The use of microscope has revolutionized follicular unit transplant. Though this is now the gold standard, many centers are still not using due to cost-saving and inadequate staff training.
We insist that all hair follicles must be prepared under magnification to avoid damage. We have 6 assistants working simultaneously to cut down on preparation time.
Medical Equipment
Hair follicles are delicate and easily damaged. We are using the finest instruments from Germany and Switzerland. A wide range of equipment such as FUE punches and implanters is kept in stock to cater for individual needs. All instruments are single-used or sterilized using an industrial grade autoclave.
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For Your Maximum Safety
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The American Standard
In Hong Kong there is no government regulation of Hair Transplant Center. We volunteer to follow the MASSACHUSETTS MEDICAL SOCIETY OFFICE-BASED SURGERY GUIDELINES 2004 for your maximum safety. According to these guideline the safest office procedure is Level I using Conscious Sedation. This is exactly what we are using.
Level I office Procedure
Based on the level of anesthesia and sedation, there are 4 levels of office procedures - I, II, III, and IV. In our center only Level I is used. The requirements for Level I are :
- Minor procedures performed under local anesthesia
- Only Conscious Sedation (see below ) is used without any injection other than local anesthesia
- The chance of complications requiring hospitalization is remote
- The surgeon must be familiarized with the use of emergency drugs
- All assistant are required to complete a course in Basic Certificate of Life Support ( BCLS )
Conscious Sedation
This is the safest level of sedation when only minimal oral relaxing medications are given before and during procedure. Without any drug induced alteration of consciousness, you can response to verbal command. There is no interference with vital body functions.
Resuscitation Equipment
In Level I Office Procedure there is no requirement for such. To ensure your safety we have upgraded our equipment to meet with the higher Level II and III requirement :
- Oxygen source
- Airway equipmen
- Positive pressure ventilation device
- AED (Automatic External Defibrillator
- Monitors for blood pressure, ECG, temperature
- Pulse oximeter
- Suction apparatus
- Emergency Drugs
Infection Control Policy
We comply with the American State Regulations regarding infection control. Our level of sterilization meet current OSHA requirements. We have strict protocols for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilization. Our staff are trained in infection control practices, implementation of universal precautions, and disposal of hazardous waste products. Protective clothing and equipment are readily available. Our operating room is appropriately organized for infection control.
Vaccination
All our staff are required to receive current Flu Vaccine, Swine-flu Vaccine etc. to protect you during close contact.
Fire Safety
Our office meets all HONG KONG FIRE REGULATION requirements. Annual inspection is provided by licensed service provider.
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For Your Highest Privacy
We have carefully chosen our location and design our office to protect your privacy.
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Enter and Leave At Ease
Our main entrance is at the quiet Nanking St. No longer you have to walk through busy shopping malls or commercial buildings with a dressing on your head.
Car stops right in front of building for pessangers pick up.
No long queue for our 2 elevators and save embarrassment.
Whole Floor Occupancy
You would not be seeing anyone else except our staff.
Own Toilet Facilities
The worse embrassment is half way through the procedure, you have to use the washroom with your pyjamas and bloody dressing on the head. you walk through a long corridor into a toilet, with everyone staring at you like a Frankestein... It won't happen with us. We have 2 toilets for your convenience.
Privacy Policy
Our staff have been instructed not to talk about patients outside the office or face immediate dismissal and legal prosecution.
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For Your Best Comfort
On the day of procedure you will surely feel at home.
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A VIP Room, just for you
- A room will be allocated for you to change and rest
- Comfortable clothings, locker, and internet access are all provided
Relaxation & Entertainment
- Light sedation and brief massage to keep you relaxed while given injection
- You can watch TV or listen to your favourite MP3
- Take a break at any time to check calls or emails
- Free lunch and refreshment are served
Keeping Cool at All time
Years ago our doctor was operating in a building with Central Air-Cond. The case started late so by the evening the doctor was still doing insertion. The nurses forgot to extend air-cond supply and all of a sudden the air-cond were shut down.
Without ventilation the patient was agitated. As the tiny incisons started to bleed it was impossible to find holes for insertion. The case did not finish until 11pm.
Hair transplant is a simple but tedious procedure. There can be no rush to complete the job. That's why we insisted individual air-cond system. Cool fresh air is available at all time. No time restrain and less air-bourne infection.
 
A Comfortable Chair for You
Now you can comfortabley be sitting for hours. Imported from USA and purposely built for hair transplant, this should be the first one in Hong Kong.
This chair has 3 advantages :
- Our state of the art surgical chair provides good back and neck support
- Lying on the back of your head for hours will compromise the donor area circulation and wound healing. This chair has a specially designed neck support to take away pressure from the wound
- The narrow upper back of the chair allows 3 people to work together simultaneously
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