Comprehensive Hair and Scalp Disorders Clinic

The Hair and Scalp Disorders Clinic at the University of New Mexico provides comprehensive evaluation and management of hair and scalp conditions, with a particular focus on hair loss disorders (alopecia).

Our approach integrates clinical dermatologic evaluation with dermatopathology and clinicopathologic correlation to support accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment planning. By combining clinical findings, scalp examination, trichoscopy, and histopathologic assessment when indicated, we aim to better characterize hair disorders and guide evidence-based management.

Advanced Diagnostic Evaluation

Our clinic incorporates specialized diagnostic technologies and ancillary studies to support the evaluation and monitoring of hair disorders, including:

• Advanced trichoscopy: Utilizing highly specialized trichoscopy technology and trained clinical staff to evaluate scalp and hair characteristics, identify diagnostic patterns, and monitor changes over time.
• Scalp biopsies and dermatopathology: Histopathologic evaluation and clinicopathologic correlation when indicated to improve diagnostic accuracy and characterize underlying disease processes.
• Clinical and laboratory assessment: Integration of clinical history, physical examination, and relevant laboratory investigations to identify contributing factors and guide management.
• Longitudinal monitoring: Systematic assessment of disease progression, treatment adherence, and therapeutic response over successive visits.

A Longitudinal Approach to Hair Health

Hair disorders often require prolonged evaluation and monitoring. Our goal is to establish a longitudinal approach to scalp and hair health, following patients over time to better understand disease evolution, treatment response, and changes in hair and scalp characteristics.

By integrating clinical assessments, trichoscopic findings, histopathology, and treatment outcomes, we aim to provide a more comprehensive understanding of each patient’s condition and support individualized, data-informed treatment decisions.

Our mission is to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and longitudinal understanding of hair and scalp disorders through the integration of clinical dermatology, dermatopathology, and specialized diagnostic technologies.