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Dr. Timothy Carman is a distinguished hair transplant surgeon, renowned for his artistry and precision in the field of hair restoration. A La Jolla native, Dr. Carman began his academic journey at the University of California, San Diego, triple-majoring in Physiological Psychology, Mammalian Physiology, and Biochemistry and Cell Biology, with a minor in Visual Arts. This unique combination of science and art laid the foundation for his career in hair restoration, where he excels in creating natural-looking results that enhance patient confidence and self-esteem. After receiving his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Carman trained in General and Trauma Surgery, followed by a fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at USC. His passion for aesthetic procedures led him to specialize in hair transplantation, where he completed an ISHRS Fellowship Training Program, recognized as the gold standard in the field. Joining La Jolla Hair Restoration in 2003, Dr. Carman has become a Diplomate of The American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery and a Fellow of The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS). His dedication to advancing hair restoration techniques is evident in his numerous international presentations and publications. Dr. Carman"s approach to hair transplantation is a testament to his belief in the perfect blend of nature, technology, and art, making him a sought-after expert in the field. His commitment to patient care and innovative techniques continues to set benchmarks in hair restoration surgery, solidifying his reputation as a leader in the industry. Dr. Timothy Carman is a native La Jollan, and as such began his undergraduate training at the University of California at San Diego (UCSD) where he triple-majored in Physiological Psychology, Mammalian Physiology, and Biochemistry and Cell Biology, with a minor in Visual Arts. Following graduation he attended George Washington University School of Medicine. He went on to receive his training in General and Trauma Surgery at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, California. Ultimately, in 1994, Dr. Carman chose a career in Emergency Medicine, as this allowed him to practice his surgical skills, as well as afford him a flexible schedule that would allow him to devote time to his family and interests outside of Medicine, namely painting, sculpting and music composition. In the year 2000, Dr. Carman decided to expand his surgical training, specifically to specialize in plastic and cosmetic procedures, as this seemed the best marriage of his skills as a surgeon and aesthetic senses as an artist. He was accepted into and successfully completed a two-year Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at USC affiliated Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Hospital, where his cases included pediatric burn patients referred from the USC Burn Unit. Among the varied procedures performed on these individuals, the recreation/reconstruction of the natural features of the face and hair-bearing scalp seemed to impart the greatest impact on his patient’s confidence and self-esteem. From those experiences, Dr. Carman decided to concentrate the focus of his practice on procedures involving the head and neck, and more specifically, on hair transplantation. Dr. Carman subsequently completed a year-long ISHRS Fellowship Training Program, recognized by all the leading hair restoration societies as well as the American Board of Hair Restoration as the “gold standard” for academic training in the field of Hair Restoration Surgery. He joined La Jolla Hair Restoration in 2003.