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New England Hair Expert Launches Contest to Help Unemployed RI, MA Residents

20 Regional Men, Women Vie for Free Hair Restoration Surgery, Rejuvenation Package, Job Search Help - Survey Finds Majority Would Rather Have More Hair Than Money

(CRANSTON, RI). June 2, 2009 Dr. Robert Leonard, Founder and Chief Surgeon of Leonard Hair Transplant Associates today announced that in honor of the practice's 20th anniversary and his 50th birthday, he will hold a contest for unemployed residents of Rhode Island and Massachusetts to help improve their physical appearance and employment status this summer.

Beginning June 15, unemployed RI and MA residents will be eligible to win a first prize package of free hair restoration surgery and Botox or facial filler - or a runner-up package of six months of free low level laser light therapy (to stabilize hair loss progression and promote re-growth) and Botox or facial filler – services valued at over $10K. Dr. Leonard will select 20 finalists - all of whom will be profiled publicly as a means of aiding their employment search. The public will then vote to help narrow the selection to two winners.

According to a new online survey conducted by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), 59.8 percent of people who were asked whether they would rather have more hair, money or friends, chose more hair. An estimated 80 million American men and women suffer from male or female pattern hair loss.

"We're halfway through 2009, and the current difficult economic climate has created a very challenging job market for Americans of all ages," said Dr. Leonard. "Unemployment rates are on the rise, and history has shown that positions are often offered to candidates who appear younger, healthier and more energetic. First impressions are everything, and it's never been so important to ensure that physical appearance doesn't detract from a person’s strong credentials and ability to compete, rejoin the workforce, and regain a healthier, more balanced lifestyle."

From June 15 to July 15, contestants can go to the Leonard Hair Transplant Associates microsite www.youdeservehair.com. to submit a photo and statement (100 words or less) of why they deserve to win a prize. Between July 15 and July 31, a total of 20 contest finalists will be profiled on www.youdeservehair.com. - highlighting their jobs skills as a way to help increase their visibility and competitive edge. During that time, the public will be allowed to vote for the contestant they feel is most deserving. The winner and runner up will be announced the second week of August.

"Even in this terrible economy, men and women are concerned about their appearance and battling low self confidence every day," added Dr. Leonard. "For a job seeker, looking and feeling better - whether through hair restoration or helpful non-surgical treatments - can make all the difference."

For more information about the contest, contact Leonard Hair Transplant Associates at 1-800-543-0660, or visit the contest website at www.youdeservehair.com.

About Dr. Leonard
Dr. Robert Leonard has specialized in treating men and women with hair loss for over 22 years. He is Past President and serves on the Board of Governors of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery. His offices are in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire, where he treats New Englanders as well as patients from throughout the United States and the world. Dr. Leonard is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and is certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He lectures around the world and has appeared as an expert on female and male pattern hair loss and their current treatments, including hair transplant surgery, medical intervention, laser therapy, and ethics. He has been featured on television, on radio, and in print media across the world. Patients are available to speak on their personal experiences with Dr. Leonard.

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Vice Presidential Candidate Joe Biden Draws Attention to Hair Transplants

(CRANSTON, RI). August 27, 2008 A quick look at political figures worldwide shows that many high profile leaders have had hair transplants to avoid baldness -- some less successful than others.

Hair loss is no laughing matter, and a bad or patchy hair transplant can have serious repercussions, says Dr. Robert Leonard, New England's hair restoration specialist.

Take Democrat Vice Presidential nominee, Senator Joe Biden of Delaware, for example, who famously underwent hair plug surgery and was widely referenced for it during the Anita Hill senate hearings. He is being criticized again today now that he is back in the political spotlight.

The results of hair plug restoration techniques of yesteryear are not always pretty. Senator Biden's procedure was very obvious back then - and is still evident to the naked eye today, which is not reflective of today's hair restoration capabilities, said Dr. Leonard.

In contrast, there are many men, including politicians, who have had successful procedures. I just returned from a hair restoration workshop in Italy, where Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has had great results with new hair restoration procedures, said Dr. Robert Leonard. His transplants look natural, full and seamless - just the way a successful hair transplant should look.

Today there are new procedures that involve transplanting grafts of hair-bearing skin that contain only one to three hairs, a large improvement from the abandoned hair plug method where 25 to 30 hairs per graft were transplanted.

Dr. Robert Leonard has treated men and women with hair loss for over 22 years and recently co-directed the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery's (ISHRS) first-of-its-kind interactive hair restoration surgical workshop in Rome, Italy. In addition, Dr. Leonard is past president and an active member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, and has offices in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire.

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Dr. Robert Leonard Participates in First Ever Live Hair Restoration Workshop in Italy

(CRANSTON, RI). June 12, 2008 Dr. Robert Leonard, Founder and Chief Surgeon of Leonard Hair Transplant Associates, co-directed the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery's (ISHRS) first-of-its-kind interactive hair restoration surgical workshop earlier this month in Rome, Italy.

The live hair transplant surgery meeting, titled Made in Italy: Hair Restoration Live Surgery Workshop, was held at the largest dermatologic hospital in the world, the Instituto Dermopatico dell'Immacolata in Rome. The workshop brought together leading hair restoration surgeons from around the globe, including Dr. Robert Leonard of Rhode Island.

Organizing this first-of-a-kind conference in Europe was difficult, yet extremely rewarding. Actually performing live surgery for colleagues to directly observe and interact is the very best way to learn surgical intricacies as well as the nuances of the art of the hair transplantation procedure, said Dr. Robert Leonard.

At the three-day event, international physicians and surgeons, surgical assistants and nurses gathered to learn about the latest practices and techniques of hair restoration. This included live hair restoration surgeries that were viewed by attendees through a video connection, as well as panel discussions, educational sessions, medical-focused media training, and technical exhibits.

Dr. Robert Leonard has been providing medical and low level laser therapies for hair loss and hair transplantation services to patients throughout New England for more than 22 years. For more information on Dr. Robert Leonard or Leonard Hair Transplant Associates, call 1-888-284-9558.

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Dr. Robert Leonard First in New England to Offer Genetic Test for Male Pattern Baldness

(CRANSTON, RI). February 28, 2008 Dr. Robert Leonard, Founder and Chief Surgeon of Leonard Hair Transplant Associates with offices in MA, RI and NH, announced today the availability of a new genetic test for male pattern baldness. Dr. Leonard is the only hair surgeon in New England to offer this to patients.

Dr. Robert Leonard stated, "Fifty percent of men in America will be affected by genetic male pattern baldness. This exciting new tool enables young people who may be concerned about hair loss to genetically view their 'family tree'. Then we can make informed decisions and be proactive in treating male pattern baldness."

The test provides an accurate and understandable genetic analysis of a man's likelihood of developing hereditary male pattern baldness, Androgenetic Alopecia, the most common form of hair loss. The test enables patients to learn about their genetic predisposition (certain variations in their X-chromosome) to balding before the age of 40.

This affordable test is simple and highly accurate. Dr. Leonard simply swabs the inside of his patient's mouth for several seconds. Analysis of the patient's genetic variations related to pattern baldness is performed by HairDX, the Irvine, CA biotech company who manufacturers the test. Dr. Leonard will receive the results and can review them with the patient within a private and confidential setting. Potential treatment options and next steps can then be discussed.

"Hair loss is a progressive condition," stated Dr. Leonard. "Having the ability to know what the future might hold is invaluable, and I am thrilled to be able to offer this new service to my patients."

Dr. Robert Leonard has been providing hair restoration treatment to New Englanders for over 22 years. He is also a member of the Board of Governors and Past President of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery and is a frequently-quoted media source on hair loss and restoration.

About Dr. Leonard Dr. Robert Leonard has specialized in treating men and women with hair loss for over 22 years. He is Past President and serves on the Board of Governors of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery. His offices are in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, where he treats New Englanders as well as patients from throughout the United States and the world. Dr. Leonard is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and is certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He lectures around the world and has appeared as an expert on female and male pattern hair loss and their current treatments, including hair transplant surgery, medical intervention, laser therapy, and ethics. He has been featured on television, on radio, and in print media across the world.

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JIM CRAMER HASN'T DONE HIS RESEARCH ON HAIR RESTORATION

Doctor says comments from bald-headed "Mad Money" host reflect common misconceptions about modern hair transplant methods

CRANSTON, RI -Jim Cramer may know money, but the CNBC star is out of date when it comes to giving advice on hair transplants, said Dr. Robert Leonard, one of the country's best known hair restoration experts.

"Mr. Cramer's comparison of hair transplants to 'cornrows' is a reference to the long-extinct hair plug method," Leonard said. "He's talking about a procedure that hasn't been performed in at least 15 years."

Cramer's quotes appeared in the New York Post's Page Six column, which reported that the balding host of "Mad Money" bristled when asked if he's ever considered a hairpiece. Cramer described hairpieces as "phony," adding "the same with hair transplants." Cramer said he would remain bald because "all I have is my authenticity."

"Authenticity is the hallmark of hair transplantation," said Leonard. He added that no media celebrity is more authentic than New England sports talk radio personality Mike Adams of WEEI. Adams, a patient of Leonard's, said that today's hair transplants do not compare to hair pieces or any other system.

"It's real, it's my own hair, and it's permanent," said Adams. He cannot spot a transplant on other people in sports or media, even though he is very familiar with the procedure. "They're undetectable," he said.

"That's because refinements in the procedures create a natural look," Leonard said. "While people still incorrectly associate hair transplants with the plugs of a generation ago, they see people with hair transplants every day and don't realize it. Unfortunately, the field of hair restoration is still suffering from an inaccurate and outdated perception."

If Cramer refrains from commenting on hair restoration, Leonard quipped, he in turn will not give investment advice.

About Dr. Leonard. Dr. Robert Leonard has treated men and women with hair loss for 21 years. His offices are in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. He is Past President of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, and is certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He lectures around the world on female and male pattern hair loss and their current treatments, including hair transplant surgery, medical intervention, laser therapy, and ethics.

BENTLEY COLLEGE STUDENTS TEAM WITH HAIR CARE DOCTOR ON NEW PRODUCT

Interdisciplinary Class Will Create New Shampoo and Design Marketing Plan.

Waltham, MA - Marketing students at Bentley are spending time in a chemistry lab as part of an interdisciplinary course that partners them with a local company. Under the direction of Senior Lecturer of Marketing Perry Lowe and Associate Professor of Natural and Applied Sciences Bob Wallace, the students will design a new hair care product specifically formulated to provide a healthier head of hair.

In a partnership with Dr. Robert Leonard of Leonard Hair Transplant Associates in Newton, this senior-level class will research the current state of the shampoo industry and conduct surveys among consumer audiences. Students will study Dr. Leonard's current shampoo in Bentley's state-of-the-art chemistry laboratory, create a new product based on their research, and compare the new product with the current shampoo. Results will be presented to Dr. Leonard at the completion of the semester.

"This project reflects Bentley's commitment to providing students with hands-on experience as part of the curriculum," says Professor Lowe. "We're taking them well beyond the course books and marketing plans. They will learn how to develop a product by determining its viability first and then develop a plan to bring it to market."

The current product line, called HairDr, consists of shampoo, conditioner, and hair spray designed by Dr. Leonard. The students will focus only on the shampoo, suggesting changes to its color, viscosity, fragrance, lather, packaging, and even the name.

"The students will be in the lab comparing the properties of successful products already on the market. They'll look at shampoos from salons, pharmacies and supermarkets and compare them to Dr. Leonard's product", says Professor Wallace. "They'll make quality control improvements and ultimately a better product."

"I'm thrilled to have these keen young minds working on improving my product," says Dr. Leonard, an active lecturer and educator in the field of hair restoration. "I look forward to hearing their suggestions and deciding which recommendations to carry forward."

Another significant component of the class is the use of Microsoft technology. Students are currently beta testing a product for Microsoft, using Office 2007 before its upcoming national release in order to make recommendations for Office 2009.

Students are also taking advantage of other Microsoft technology:
Researching through OneNote
Collaborating with one another through Groove
Publishing their assignments in SharePoint

Communicating with Dr. Leonard and others through Conference XP. Bentley is the only business school in the world using Conference XP over Internet 2 to connect corporations with the classroom.

About Dr. Leonard. Dr. Robert Leonard has specialized in treating men and women with hair loss for the past 20 years. He is Past President and serves on the Board of Governors of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery. His offices are in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, where he treats New Englanders as well as patients from throughout the United States and the world.

Dr. Leonard is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and is certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He lectures around the world and has appeared as an expert on female and male pattern hair loss, their current treatments including hair transplant surgery, medical intervention, laser therapy, and ethics. He has been featured on television, on radio, and in print media across the world.

About Perry Lowe. Perry Lowe has taught marketing and e-commerce at Bentley College for more than a decade and brings significant industry experience to his teaching. He actively consults to start-up and Fortune 100 corporations and specializes in strategic positioning, high tech new product development, and business-to-business marketing plans.

Perry Lowe's applied research has focused on the use of technology to accelerate learning and he is considered a national authority on Tablet PCs. He creates project courses at the graduate and undergraduate level to enable students and industry to jointly solve current business problems. Recent company projects have included General Motors, Welch's, HP, Toshiba, Sony and Dunkin Donuts. Lowe has also worked closely with Microsoft Corporation on the development and testing of new software and hardware.

About Professor Wallace. Professor Bob Wallace teaches Natural and Applied Sciences at Bentley. He also serves as Chemistry Discipline Coordinator. Professor Wallace has been awarded several grants from the National Science Foundation, including more than $200,000 in NSF funds to create and conduct a math/science summer retreat for middle-school students. He has coordinated several interdisciplinary classes allowing students to work closely with major corporations such as Welchs and Dunkin Donuts.

About Bentley College. Bentley is a national leader in business education. Centered on education and research in business and related professions, Bentley blends the breadth and technological strength of a university with the values and student focus of a small college. Our undergraduate curriculum combines business study with a strong foundation in the arts and sciences. A broad array of offerings at the McCallum Graduate School emphasize the impact of technology on business practice, including MBA and Master of Science programs, PhD programs in accountancy and in business, and selected executive programs. Enrolling approximately 4,000 full-time undergraduate, 250 adult part-time undergraduate, and 1,270 graduate students, Bentley is located in Waltham, Mass., minutes west of Boston.

For more information, visit: www.bentley.edu.

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NEW SURVEY FINDS PEOPLE UNDERSTAND THE CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS BUT GET TANGLED UP WHEN IT COMES TO SEEKING TREATMENT

RI Hair Restoration Expert Offers the Latest Options for Treating this Common Medical Condition

(CRANSTON, RI). September 27, 2006. In a recent U.S. survey commissioned by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) - the world's leading medical authority on hair loss and hair restoration - 82 percent of adults polled correctly identified heredity as the primary cause of hair loss. However, only 15 percent of respondents would first seek out a hair restoration specialist if they were losing their locks.

"We treat a number of patients each year who admit they weren't aware that hair restoration was a medical specialty devoted to treating hair loss until they found our practice," says Dr. Robert Leonard of Cranston, RI. "Although early detection and intervention are essential to treating and preventing future hair loss, some patients end up suffering for years - losing more and more of their locks because they simply don't know who to turn to for help."

When asked who they would first seek out for advice if they were experiencing hair loss, four in ten adults (40 percent) would choose a primary care or family physician. Only 16 percent of respondents would consult a dermatologist, and far fewer would turn to a friend or family member (8 percent) or a hairstylist (7 percent) for help.

An estimated 80 million American men and women suffer from male and female pattern hair loss. Since hair is universally viewed as a sign of youth and vitality, hair loss can cause a diminished sense of self-esteem and poor self-image that can significantly impact one's overall quality of life. Fortunately, recent scientific breakthroughs have made hair restoration an option for almost everyone.

"During our initial consultation, patients are relieved to find out that the days when visible 'plugs' were the treatment of choice for hair restoration are over," says Dr. Leonard. "Today's hair restoration surgery safely and effectively creates natural-looking, permanent results that are virtually undetectable. In our practice, not a day goes by when we don't hear patients say how many compliments they received on their new hair growth and how they wish they would have treated their hair loss years ago."

Other key findings of the ISHRS survey include:

Respondents aged 18-24 are the most likely age group to think stress (73%), over-brushing hair (24%) and shampooing too much (20%) cause hair loss.
Nearly two-thirds of adults (63 percent) would be very or somewhat concerned if they were recently divorced and started dating again and were experiencing unexplained, noticeable hair loss.
About three-quarters of respondents (77 percent) would be very or somewhat concerned if they were in their twenties and just starting out in their career and experiencing unexplained, noticeable hair loss.
A vast majority of women (88 percent) would be concerned if they were in their twenties and just starting out in their career and experiencing unexplained, noticeable hair loss compared to 65 percent of men.

Hair restoration surgery and proven medical treatments are an effective combination in treating people with thinning hair and limiting future hair loss. The ISHRS advises anyone considering a hair restoration procedure or treatment to do their homework to find the right physician for their desired outcome.

About the ISHRS. Founded in 1993, the ISHRS is a non-profit medical association dedicated to the advancement of the art and science of hair restoration. With a membership of over 600 physicians worldwide, the ISHRS provides continuing medical education to physicians specializing in hair loss and restoration surgery and serves as a resource for the public on the latest medical and surgical hair restoration treatments for hair loss. For more information and to locate a physician, visit www.ishrs.org.

About the ISHRS Survey. This CARAVAN survey was conducted in June 2006 by Opinion Research Corporation in collaboration with ISHRS. Survey results were based on telephone interviews with 1,023 adults 18 years of age and older living in private households in the continental United States.

Patients are available to speak on their personal experiences with Dr. Leonard's treatment.

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Hair They Are:

TWO NEW ENGLAND WINNERS CHOSEN FOR NATIONAL "MAKE HAIR LOSS HISTORY" CONTEST

Dr. Robert Leonard to restore hairlines and confidence with free hair restoration treatment

CRANSTON, RI (October 27, 2005) - Dr. Robert Leonard, New England's leading hair restoration surgeon, announces today the winners of his National Hair Loss Awareness "Make Hair Loss History" contest - Domenic Schiavone and Maria DeCristofaro, both residents of Rhode Island. As the grand prize, each winner will receive free hair restoration treatment from Dr. Leonard, customized to suit their individual hair loss needs.

Winners of the national contest were chosen based on the most inspiring hair loss story entries and their medical qualifications for receiving hair restoration treatment. One man and one woman were chosen.

"I was so surprised when I found out - I had no idea my wife nominated me," recalls Schiavone, who has been suffering from hair loss since he was in his late 20's. "I'm only 35, but I feel older [because of my receding hair line]. I'm very excited that I'm now able to do something about it."

Dr. Leonard will start Schiavone's treatment off with hair restoration surgery in November 2005, a nearly painless surgical procedure that permanently restores growing hair to areas that are thinning or bald.

"I'm so excited about winning," says DeCristofaro, 47, who wrote in, "My hair is so fine, it has stopped me from enjoying life...If I had [more] hair, I would live my life with a more positive attitude."

Dr. Leonard describes DeCristofaro as a "perfect candidate" for his non-surgical Luce LDS 100 infrared light therapy, which combined with Rogaine, will stimulate re-growth on DeCristofaro's scalp. Schiavone will supplement his surgery with Luce LDS 100 and Propecia.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), hereditary hair loss is more than a cosmetic issue - it's a medical condition that affects more than 80 million American men and women.

"I'm thrilled to have chosen these winners and to give them a chance to restore their hair and self-confidence," says Dr. Leonard, founder and chief surgeon of Leonard Hair Transplant Associates (LHTA). "My hope is that this campaign helps encourage more people to finally do something about their hair loss."

Dr. Robert Leonard, founder and chief surgeon of Leonard Hair Transplant Associates, provides the latest technology in hair restoration surgery and non-surgical hair loss treatment. LHTA is committed to the community and to the highest quality of medical and surgical care for their patients throughout New England, across the United States, and from around the world. Dr. Leonard has offices in Newton, Braintree, Boston, Worcester and Cape Cod (Hyannis), Massachusetts; and Middletown and Cranston, Rhode Island. For more information on Dr. Robert Leonard, visit www.hairdr.com or call 800.543.0660.

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Seeing the light:

MEDICAL PUBLICATION PRAISES EUROPEAN-INSPIRED INFRARED LIGHT THERAPY THAT STIMULATES HAIR GROWTH IN WOMEN AND MEN

Only one surgeon in New England currently uses successful European treatment

CRANSTON, RI (February 1, 2005) - Cosmetic Surgery Times recently published an article praising a European-inspired infrared light treatment, called Luce LDS 100, that helps stimulate hair growth in women and men. Dr. Robert Leonard, a leading hair restoration surgeon in New England, is the only doctor in New England who currently uses Luce treatment to help improve hair growth and stabilize the progression of hair loss.

"Luce LDS 100 is a treatment that has been used successfully in Europe for more than 20 years and it makes sense to make this available to people suffering from hair loss here in the United States," says Dr. Leonard. "Luce is also non-invasive -- there is no burning, no UV radiation and no discomfort to the patient."

According to Dr. Leonard, each session simply requires that patients sit under a light-emitting device for approximately 30 minutes. The infrared light helps increase cellular metabolism, blood circulation and oxygen supply to the scalp.

"Female and male-pattern hair loss are progressive conditions and this is an ideal "reversing" treatment for both women and men," continues Dr. Leonard. "Luce is so effective, it converts approximately 70 percent of hairs from the resting phase back into the growing phase."

For more information about Luce LDS 100, visit www.hairdr.com or call 800.543.0660.

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Beyond The English Patient:

DR. ROBERT LEONARD BREAKS DOWN BARRIERS BY REACHING OUT TO PORTUGUESE, SPANISH AND GREEK-SPEAKING PATIENTS THROUGHOUT NEW ENGLAND

CRANSTON, RI (February 1, 2005) - Dr. Robert Leonard, a leading hair restoration surgeon in New England, in an effort to reach out to Portuguese, Spanish and Greek-speaking communities, announces the launch of multi-lingual services at all of his eight locations. In addition to the English language, Portuguese, Spanish and Greek are all spoken fluently at all of his eight locations throughout New England and through his 1.800.GET.HAIR hotline. Dr. Leonard has offices in Newton, Braintree, Boston, Worcester and Cape Cod (Hyannis), Massachusetts; and Middletown and Cranston, Rhode Island.

Dr. Leonard offers these services through the multi-lingual Leonard Hair Transplant Associates (LHTA) staff that has been working with him for more than five years. The need was first discovered through casual conversations between staff members and patients who speak English as a second language. Dr. Leonard is also fluent in Greek.

"I'm honored to offer my patients the option of speaking their native tongue when they call or walk into one of my offices," says Leonard. "I do what I do because I want to help make a difference in people's lives. Hair loss is a very personal issue and if it helps puts someone at ease to speak their native language; I'm more than willing to offer it."