
Northwestern Medicine Hair Loss Clinic
Although hair loss affects a large amount of the population, its effects can be devastating and deeply personal. Hair loss does not have to be permanent. Our compassionate, leading-edge experts can help you restore your sense of self by identifying the cause and addressing it. We’re here to support you and your health goals.
At the Northwestern Medicine Hair Loss Clinic, our team of experts provide state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatments and compassionate care for a wide range of hair disorders.
Our Approach
Although hair loss affects many people, treatment should not be one-size-fits-all. We’ll work with you to understand your unique health history and goals.
Our team can diagnose and treat the full spectrum of hair disorders, including:- Hair loss
- Congenital hair shaft abnormalities
- Overgrowth conditions
We know hair disorders affect people from all walks of life. Our clinic is dedicated to providing culturally sensitive care tailored to your needs.
Please call 312.695.8106 (TTY: 711) to learn more or schedule a visit.
Conditions We Treat
Non Scarring Alopecias
- Alopecia Areata
- Androgenetic alopecia (male/female pattern hair loss)
- Chemotherapy Induced Alopecia
- Pressure Induced Alopecia
- Telogen Effluvium
- Traction Alopecia
- Trichotillomania
Scarring Alopecias
- Folliculitis Decalvans
Inflammatory Alopecias
- Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
- Dissecting Cellulitis
- Erosive Pustular Dermatosis
- Fibrosing Alopecia In A Pattern Distribution (FAPD)
- Folliculitis Decalvans FD
- Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia FFA
- Lichen Planopilaris (LPP)
- Pseudopelade Of Brocq
Other Inflammatory Scalp Conditions
- Follicular Mucinosis
- Psoriatic Alopecia
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Tinea Capitis
Excessive Hair Disorders
- Hypertrichosis
Congenital Hair Abnormalities
Research and Clinical Trials
At Northwestern Medicine, physician-scientists conduct clinical research trials on hair loss and hair abnormalities for adults and children. This enables us to offer leading-edge diagnostic tests and treatments.
Meet the Team

Our physicians have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating hair loss. Every day, they work to advance research and treatments for hair loss and hair disorders.
Meet the Northwestern Medicine Hair Loss Team