Dr Chow Yuen Ho — Hair Transplant Surgeon (FUE/FUT/DHI) in Singapore

Dr Chow Yuen Ho graduated from the National University of Singapore and completed clinical rotations in general dermatology at Singapore General Hospital’s Department of Dermatology. He practises aesthetic medicine and hair restoration at The Clifford Clinic.

He is an ARTAS-certified robotic hair restoration surgeon and was trained in FUE techniques in Korea. His hair-restoration work sits alongside a broader aesthetic and laser practice.

Dr Chow is a medical doctor with a focused interest in aesthetic medicine and hair restoration; he is not a registered dermatology specialist.

Clinical focus

General hair restoration.

Qualifications (as publicly listed)

MBBS (National University of Singapore); ARTAS Certified Robotic Hair Restoration Surgeon.

Where they practise

• Clinic / practice: The Clifford Clinic (see our clinic listing) — Raffles Place

Getting to the clinic

Dr Chow Yuen Ho practises at The Clifford Clinic in the Raffles Place area of the central business district. The most convenient station is Raffles Place MRT (NS26/EW14), an interchange on the North-South and East-West lines, with sheltered underground links into the surrounding office towers and a short walk to the clinic. The practice can confirm the nearest exit and building entrance when you book.

Numerous bus services run through the CBD, and taxi or ride-hailing drop-off is easy, with set-down points at the building. Drivers will find paid carparks within the office developments around Raffles Place, though spaces are tight and pricier on weekdays during office hours, so public transport is often simpler. Lifts serve the clinic floor, and the area is busiest at lunchtime, which is worth bearing in mind when choosing an appointment slot.

What hair restoration covers

Hair restoration brings together surgical and non-surgical approaches to managing hair loss. Dr Chow Yuen Ho’s work centres on hair transplantation, and he is an ARTAS-certified robotic hair restoration surgeon trained in FUE techniques. Hair transplant surgery moves healthy follicles from the back and sides of the scalp — areas typically resistant to pattern hair loss — to thinning or balding regions, most commonly to address male pattern hair loss along the hairline and crown.

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) harvests individual follicular units directly from the donor area, leaving small dot scars rather than a linear scar, and robotic assistance can support follicle selection and harvesting. Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) is a related implantation method. Transplantation is usually one part of a broader plan: medical treatments to slow ongoing loss are often advised alongside surgery, because a transplant relocates hair but does not stop pattern thinning from continuing in untreated areas. The practice also offers aesthetic and laser treatments more generally.

What to expect at a consultation

A first consultation usually involves a discussion of your hair-loss history, family pattern, expectations and goals, followed by an examination of the scalp to assess the pattern and stage of loss, the quality and density of the donor area, and whether you are a suitable candidate for surgery. The doctor will explain which approach may suit you, what a realistic result looks like, and the importance of donor supply, since this is finite.

If surgery is appropriate, the planning covers the proposed hairline design, the number of grafts, the likely timeline, the procedure itself and the recovery, including the shedding and regrowth phases that follow a transplant. Where ongoing medical thinning is present, accompanying treatments may be recommended to protect the existing hair. You should expect a frank conversation about what can and cannot be achieved.

Booking, referrals and fees

An appointment can usually be made directly with the clinic without a referral. Bring a list of any medications and supplements, relevant medical history, and a note of how your hair loss has progressed; photographs over time can help. It is reasonable to ask, at the consultation, about the proposed plan, the recovery period and aftercare.

Hair transplantation and aesthetic treatments are generally considered cosmetic and are paid out of pocket; MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans typically do not apply to cosmetic hair restoration. Fees vary with the technique and the number of grafts, so confirm costs, what is included and aftercare arrangements directly with the clinic. Dr Chow is a medical doctor with a focused interest in aesthetic medicine and hair restoration and is not a registered dermatology specialist; verify his current registration on the Singapore Medical Council public register.

Common questions

What is the difference between FUE and DHI?

Both extract individual follicular units. FUE refers chiefly to the extraction method, leaving small dot scars; DHI describes a specific implantation technique using a specialised tool. The clinic can advise which is more suitable for your situation.

Will a transplant stop my hair loss?

No. A transplant relocates existing follicles but does not halt ongoing pattern thinning in untreated areas. Medical treatment is often advised alongside surgery to protect the remaining hair.

When will I see the final result?

Transplanted hairs usually shed in the weeks after surgery before regrowing, and full results typically take around a year to develop. The clinic will explain the expected timeline for your case.

What does recovery after a transplant involve?

There is usually a short recovery period during which the scalp is tender and aftercare instructions must be followed, including how to wash and protect the area. The transplanted hairs shed before regrowing, and the clinic will guide you through each phase.

Am I a suitable candidate for a hair transplant?

Suitability depends on the pattern and stage of your hair loss and, importantly, on the density and quality of your donor area, which is finite. An assessment of the scalp is needed before this can be answered for your situation.

Related guides

• Hair transplant cost
• FUE vs DHI

See also: our editorial directory of hair-loss doctors in Singapore and our shortlist of hair-loss clinics.

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