Learn the clinical reasoning
Understand not only what happens during a procedure, but why decisions are made and how the surgical plan should be adapted to each patient.
Berkeley Hair Transplant Academy
Professional Hair Restoration Surgery Training for Doctors
Develop your understanding of hair restoration surgery through structured education seminars, one-to-one surgical observation, intensive clinical skills development and personalised training with Berkeley Hair Clinic's world-renowned surgeons.
Whether you are exploring an introduction to hair restoration surgery, seeking exposure to a complete surgical case or looking to develop your existing skills through a longer training programme, Berkeley Hair Transplant Academy provides a pathway tailored to your level and objectives.
For qualified doctors with current GMC registration or an equivalent international medical registration. Additional requirements apply to practical participation.
15,000+
Hair transplants across our surgical team's collective experience
30+ Years
Experience within our senior surgical faculty
Award-Winning 2025 & 2026
Hair transplant clinic
About the Academy
Learn Hair Restoration Surgery in a Specialist Clinical Environment
Hair transplantation combines medical assessment, surgical skill, aesthetic judgement and long-term clinical planning. Learning the sequence of a procedure is only one part of developing in the specialty. Doctors must also understand why a particular approach is chosen, how it should be adapted to the individual patient and when surgery may not be appropriate.
Berkeley Hair Transplant Academy has been established to give doctors structured access to the knowledge, clinical reasoning and practical experience of Berkeley Hair Clinic's surgical faculty.
Our programmes range from a one-day group introduction to private surgical shadowing, intensive five-day clinical training and extended bespoke programmes. Training may combine presentations, case discussions, workshops, live surgical observation, practical skills development and, where appropriate, supervised clinical participation.
The Academy is designed for:
- Doctors considering a future career in hair restoration surgery
- Doctors seeking a detailed introduction before committing to longer training
- Existing hair transplant doctors looking to refine particular skills
- International doctors seeking observational education within a UK clinic
- Doctors requiring a personalised or extended programme of development
No previous hair transplant experience is required for the Foundation Day or private observership programmes.
Why Berkeley
Experience That Extends Beyond the Classroom
Berkeley Hair Clinic is an award-winning UK hair restoration clinic with a surgical headquarters at 132 Harley Street and specialist surgical centres in other parts of the UK.
Our surgical team brings together experience from more than 20,000 hair transplant procedures. The faculty includes doctors with experience across FUE and FUT surgery, male and female hair restoration, donor management, hairline design, complex treatment planning and the delivery of natural-looking results.
Training takes place within a working specialist clinic. This allows delegates to understand not only the surgical procedure itself, but the complete patient pathway, from initial assessment and treatment planning through to surgery, aftercare and long-term follow-up.
What makes the Berkeley approach different?
Observe real patient journeys
Selected programmes provide exposure to live hair transplant cases, subject to patient consent and clinical availability.
Limited delegate numbers
Private shadowing is delivered one-to-one, while practical programmes operate with deliberately limited numbers to protect the quality of education and patient care.
Develop technical & aesthetic understanding
Explore donor-area assessment, hairline design, follicular direction, density planning, extraction strategy, graft handling and recipient-site planning.
Learn within a doctor-led clinic
Training is delivered by qualified doctors and experienced members of Berkeley Hair Clinic's surgical faculty.
Continue beyond introductory theory
Progress from a Foundation Day to private observation, intensive practical skills development or an individually designed extended programme.
GHP Global Excellence & Prestige Award Winner
Hair Transplant Clinic
Hair Transplant Clinic
of the Year 2025–26
Meet the Faculty
Learn from Berkeley's Surgical Team
Faculty members are selected according to the programme, training location, clinical schedule and learning objectives of the delegate.
Dr Kieran Dayah
Medical Director and Academy Lead
Dr Kieran Dayah is the Medical Director of Berkeley Hair Clinic. His approach to FUE hair transplantation places particular emphasis on careful patient selection, high-density planning, donor preservation and the reproduction of natural follicular angulation. Dr Dayah previously led the acclaimed Mayfair Hair Clinic, and its training academy, and has trained numerous hair restoration surgeons that have advanced to the forefront of the industry. Dr Dayah leads by innovation — he was one of the first hair restoration surgeons in the country to utilise sapphire instruments in hair restoration. The Medical Director Private Shadowing provides doctors with one-to-one access to Dr Dayah's approach throughout a live hair restoration case, including the decisions made before, during and after surgery. Dr Dayah believes that to excel in hair restoration we need to consider not just the surgery itself, but everything around the client's journey.
Dr Kieran Dayah is the Medical Director of Berkeley Hair Clinic. His approach to FUE hair transplantation places particular emphasis on careful patient selection, high-density planning, donor preservation and the reproduction of natural follicular angulation. Dr Dayah previously led the acclaimed Mayfair Hair Clinic, and its training academy, and has trained numerous hair restoration surgeons that have advanced to the forefront of the industry. Dr Dayah leads by innovation — he was one of the first hair restoration surgeons in the country to utilise sapphire instruments in hair restoration.
The Medical Director Private Shadowing provides doctors with one-to-one access to Dr Dayah's approach throughout a live hair restoration case, including the decisions made before, during and after surgery. Dr Dayah believes that to excel in hair restoration we need to consider not just the surgery itself, but everything around the client's journey.
Dr Richard Rogers
London Lead Surgeon
Dr Richard Rogers has more than 29 years of experience in hair restoration surgery and introduced the FUE technique into the UK in 2003. His experience spans the evolution of modern FUE, from its early introduction through to the refined techniques and technologies used within contemporary hair restoration surgery. Dr Rogers is also highly skilled in FUT and unshaven hair transplant procedures.
Dr Richard Rogers has more than 29 years of experience in hair restoration surgery and introduced the FUE technique into the UK in 2003.
His experience spans the evolution of modern FUE, from its early introduction through to the refined techniques and technologies used within contemporary hair restoration surgery. Dr Rogers is also highly skilled in FUT and unshaven hair transplant procedures.
Dr Zayn Khalid
Harley Street Surgeon
Dr Zayn has over 6 years' experience in hair restoration on Harley Street and is an expert in FUE. He explored and wrote advanced papers on how to ensure optimal long-term outcomes in FUE for his dissertation, gaining him insight and knowledge into the latest advancements and technologies in the field. Dr Zayn has a strong artistic background and is known to produce the most natural, refined hair restorations. He has a passion for education and is regarded for his personalised and case-study based approach to his teaching.
Dr Zayn has over 6 years' experience in hair restoration on Harley Street and is an expert in FUE. He explored and wrote advanced papers on how to ensure optimal long-term outcomes in FUE for his dissertation, gaining him insight and knowledge into the latest advancements and technologies in the field.
Dr Zayn has a strong artistic background and is known to produce the most natural, refined hair restorations. He has a passion for education and is regarded for his personalised and case-study based approach to his teaching.
Berkeley Surgical Faculty
Training may also be delivered by selected members of Berkeley Hair Clinic's wider surgical team. Our faculty includes doctors with experience in:
- FUE and FUT hair transplantation
- Male and female hair restoration
- Unshaven and specialist donor procedures
- Hairline and temporal-point design
- Donor-area assessment and management
- Beard and facial hair transplantation
- High-density and corrective procedures
- Surgical consultation and patient selection
- Postoperative care and complication management
The involvement of individual faculty members is subject to availability and the clinical requirements of each programme.
Choose Your Training Pathway
Training Options for Different Stages of Development
New to hair restoration surgery?
Hair Restoration Surgery Foundation Day
A group-based introduction combining presentations, case discussions, practical workshops and direct questions with experienced hair transplant doctors.
£750 + VAT
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Want to observe a complete procedure?
Private Surgical Shadowing
Spend a full surgical day one-to-one with an experienced Berkeley surgeon and observe the patient journey from preparation through to postoperative care.
£1,750 + VAT
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Want to learn from the Medical Director?
Medical Director Private Shadowing
A private surgical shadowing with renowned surgeon and Medical Director, Dr Kieran Dayah.
£2,500 + VAT
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Ready for immersive clinical development?
Five-Day FUE Clinical Skills Intensive
An intensive five-day programme providing exposure to different stages of the patient and surgical journey, with practical skills development where appropriate.
£9,500 + VAT
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Require a longer or personalised programme?
Bespoke Training Programme
An extended programme structured around your experience, requirements and objectives, with possible supervised delegate-led cases.
From £14,000 + VAT
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Unsure Which Programme Is Right for You?
Tell us about your current experience and what you want to achieve. Our Academy team will review your objectives and recommend the most appropriate training pathway.
Discuss My Training Requirements
Programme 1
Hair Restoration Surgery Foundation Day
£750 + VAT per delegate
The Hair Restoration Surgery Foundation Day provides doctors with a structured introduction to the principles, clinical pathway and practical considerations involved in modern hair transplantation. The day combines presentations, interactive case discussions, practical workshops and an open Q&A session with members of Berkeley Hair Clinic's surgical faculty.
Areas Covered During the Day
- The causes and clinical patterns of hair loss
- Medical and surgical treatment options
- Identifying suitable and unsuitable surgical candidates
- Consultation structure and medical-history assessment
- Donor-area evaluation and long-term donor preservation
- Graft estimation and density planning
- Hairline design and natural follicular angulation
- The stages of an FUE hair transplant
- Extraction, graft handling and implantation principles
- Consent, documentation and clinical accountability
- Common risks, complications and their prevention
- Postoperative care and patient follow-up
What You Will Receive
- One full day of group education
- Course learning materials
- Interactive case-planning workshop
- Lunch and beverages
- Opportunities to ask questions throughout the day
- Certificate of attendance
- Information about progression to further Academy programmes
Programme 2
Private Surgical Observership
£1,750 + VAT
The Private Surgical Shadowing gives one doctor the opportunity to follow a live hair restoration case alongside an experienced Berkeley Hair Clinic surgeon. The day provides close exposure to the complete surgical pathway, with questions discussed throughout and a dedicated debrief.
Your Shadowing May Include
- Review of the patient's history and treatment plan
- Preoperative assessment and photography
- Hairline or treatment-area design
- Donor-area planning
- Preparation of the patient for surgery
- Local anaesthesia strategy
- FUE extraction technique
- Graft inspection, handling and storage
- Recipient-site planning and creation
- Implantation workflow
- Immediate postoperative assessment
- End-of-day discussion and reflection
Who Is This Programme For?
- Doctors considering entering hair restoration surgery
- Doctors wanting to understand the workflow of a complete procedure
- Doctors with limited live clinical exposure
- Existing practitioners wanting to observe another surgeon's approach
- Doctors wanting a private environment to ask detailed questions
Programme 3
Medical Director Private Shadowing
£2,500 + VAT
The Medical Director Private Shadowing provides a doctor with one-to-one access to Dr Kieran Dayah throughout a live hair transplant case. The programme focuses on the clinical and aesthetic decision-making behind the procedure, from preoperative planning through to surgery and aftercare, concluding with a private debrief.
Areas of Particular Focus
- Determining whether surgery is appropriate
- Understanding the patient's long-term pattern of hair loss
- Balancing expectations with donor limitations
- Planning a natural, age-appropriate hairline
- Creating density without compromising donor sustainability
- Reproducing natural follicular angles and direction
- Adapting extraction strategy to donor characteristics
- Planning recipient-site distribution
- Recognising when a procedure should be modified or declined
- Postoperative instructions and long-term follow-up
Private End-of-Day Discussion
- A private debrief with Dr Dayah to revisit the case
- Discussion of your learning objectives
- Identification of areas for further development
- Places are deliberately limited and arranged around Dr Dayah's surgical schedule
Programme 4
Five-Day FUE Clinical Skills Intensive
£9,500 + VAT
The Five-Day FUE Clinical Skills Intensive is designed for doctors who want to move beyond introductory education and develop a detailed understanding of the complete hair transplant pathway. Over five days, delegates gain exposure to patient assessment, clinical planning, live surgery, theatre workflow and practical skills development appropriate to their existing ability.
Indicative Five-Day Structure
- Day 1 — Patient assessment and treatment planning
- Day 2 — Design and surgical planning
- Day 3 — Live surgical observation
- Day 4 — Practical skills development
- Day 5 — Integrated learning and assessment
What You Will Receive
- Five days of structured clinical education
- Pre-course reading and learning objectives
- Exposure to live hair restoration cases
- Practical workshops and skills development
- Continuous faculty feedback
- End-of-programme review and development recommendations
- Certificate of completion
Programme 5
Bespoke Training Programme
From £14,000 + VAT
Bespoke Training Programmes are designed for doctors whose objectives cannot be met through a standard course. Your programme is structured around your previous experience, current ability, areas for development, preferred duration and intended scope of future practice, agreed following an application review with the Academy team.
Your Programme May Include
- Extended training over multiple surgical days
- Observation of a wider variety of cases
- Advanced patient-selection and case-planning sessions
- Hairline and recipient-site design
- FUE extraction skills development
- Graft handling and implantation
- Male and female hair restoration
- Beard or facial hair transplantation
- Corrective and complex case discussions
- A personalised professional-development plan
Supervised Delegate-Led Procedures
- Where appropriate, a bespoke programme may include the opportunity for an eligible doctor to undertake elements of a procedure under direct supervision.
- This is not guaranteed by purchasing a programme.
- All clinical, regulatory and governance requirements must be satisfied — GMC registration, licence to practise, indemnity, assessed readiness, faculty approval and explicit patient consent.
Academy Fees
Training Programme Price List
ProgrammeFormatFee
Hair Restoration Surgery Foundation Day
One-day group course on selected dates
£750 + VAT per delegate
Private Surgical Observership
One doctor observing one complete surgical day
£1,750 + VAT
Medical Director Private Observership
One-to-one surgical observership with Dr Kieran Dayah
£2,500 + VAT
Five-Day FUE Clinical Skills Intensive
Intensive five-day clinical training programme
£9,500 + VAT
Bespoke Training Programme
Personalised extended training
From £14,000 + VAT
All prices are exclusive of VAT. Travel and accommodation are not included unless specifically stated in the written programme offer. Live clinical exposure is subject to the surgical schedule, patient suitability and patient consent.
Curriculum
Develop Knowledge Across the Complete Patient Journey
The exact learning outcomes depend on the programme selected, but Academy training may cover the following areas.
Assessment & Patient Selection
Assess hair loss, identify contraindications, recognise unsuitable expectations and determine when medical treatment, surgery or observation is appropriate.
Consultation & Consent
Develop a structured consultation covering medical history, hair-loss progression, donor limitations, alternatives, risks, outcomes and long-term planning.
Donor-Area Management
Assess donor density, hair characteristics, scalp factors and the long-term sustainability of the donor area.
Hairline & Treatment Design
Explore facial proportions, age, future progression, follicular angulation and the creation of a natural-looking treatment plan.
FUE Extraction
Understand punch selection, extraction planning, graft quality, transection risk and protecting the donor area.
Graft Handling
Learn graft identification, hydration, storage, handling, organisation and minimising avoidable trauma.
Recipient-Site Planning
Explore density distribution, direction, angle, spacing and the relationship between planning and the final aesthetic outcome.
Implantation Workflow
Understand implantation techniques, team coordination, graft placement and maintaining consistency throughout.
Safety & Clinical Governance
Learn infection prevention, patient monitoring, anaesthesia, documentation, delegation, escalation and accountability.
Aftercare & Complications
Understand postoperative care, patient instructions, recovery, follow-up and early recognition of complications.
Candidate Eligibility
Who Can Apply?
Berkeley Hair Transplant Academy is intended for qualified medical doctors. Applications are considered individually according to the programme requested, the doctor's experience and whether the programme includes observation or practical participation.
General Requirements
- Hold a recognised primary medical qualification
- Hold current GMC registration or equivalent in their country of practice
- Submit an up-to-date CV, proof of identity and professional registration
- Describe previous clinical, surgical and hair-restoration experience
- Provide clear learning objectives and communicate effectively in English
- Complete any required pre-course reading and sign a confidentiality agreement
- Disclose any restriction or condition on their registration
Additional Requirements for Live Practical Participation
- Hold suitable GMC registration
- Hold a current licence to practise medicine in the UK
- Have adequate and appropriate insurance or indemnity for the proposed activity
- Satisfy Berkeley's governance checks, faculty approval and patient consent
Once a place is accepted, the delegate completes the required documentation, payment, pre-course learning and governance checks. Submitting an enquiry does not guarantee admission — Berkeley Hair Clinic reserves the right to decline an application or recommend a different programme where appropriate.
Enquire
Start Your Academy Enquiry
Tell us about your current experience and the type of training you are seeking. A member of the Berkeley Hair Transplant Academy team will review your information and contact you regarding the most appropriate next step.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous hair transplant experience?
No previous experience is required for the Foundation Day or Private Surgical Shadowing. Applications for the Five-Day Intensive and Bespoke Programmes are reviewed according to the doctor's existing experience, objectives and proposed level of practical participation.
Is the Academy only for surgeons?
The Academy is for qualified medical doctors. You do not need a formal surgical specialty qualification to apply for the Foundation Day or observational programmes. Practical participation is assessed separately.
Can international doctors apply?
Yes. Internationally registered doctors may apply for group education, private observation, case-planning workshops and simulation-based training. Only doctors who satisfy UK registration, licensing, indemnity and governance requirements may participate in the clinical treatment of a patient.
Am I guaranteed to observe a particular type of case?
No. Live cases depend on clinical scheduling, patient suitability and patient consent. Please explain any specific exposure you are seeking on your application; it cannot be guaranteed unless agreed in writing.
Will I be allowed to perform part of a procedure?
Observation programmes do not ordinarily include performing surgical stages. The Five-Day Intensive may include supervised participation appropriate to your eligibility and readiness. Practical participation is never guaranteed and remains subject to faculty approval and patient consent.
Can I bring my own patient for a supervised procedure?
This may be considered as part of an approved Bespoke Training Programme. The patient must undergo Berkeley's normal clinical assessment, and registration, indemnity, supervision, consent, documentation and follow-up must all be agreed before the procedure.
Where does the training take place?
Training is delivered at selected Berkeley Hair Clinic surgical centres. The location depends on the programme, faculty member, clinical schedule and available cases, and is confirmed before booking.
Are the programme fees refundable?
The applicable cancellation, transfer and refund terms are provided before you confirm your place.
Will I always train with Dr Dayah?
The Medical Director Private Shadowing is specifically delivered with Dr Kieran Dayah. Other programmes may be delivered by Dr Dayah and/or selected members of the surgical faculty depending on the programme, objectives, location and availability.
Our Locations
Explore our nationwide clinics
The same Berkeley experience, available across our nationwide clinics.
London Clinic
132 Harley Street
London, W1G 7JX
P: 0207 088 8447
E: info@berkeleyhairclinic.com
THE BERKELEY EXPERIENCE
Consultations and treatments delivered by Berkeley's experienced surgical team.
CONSULTATION OPTIONS
- In-clinic consultations
- Video consultations
Birmingham Clinic
86 Hagley Rd
Birmingham, B16 8LU
P: 0121 661 0618
E: info@berkeleyhairclinic.com
THE BERKELEY EXPERIENCE
Consultations and treatments delivered by Berkeley's experienced surgical team.
CONSULTATION OPTIONS
- In-clinic consultations
- Video consultations
Brighton Clinic
27 Middle Street
Brighton, BN1 1AL
P: 01273 569321
E: info@berkeleyhairclinic.com
THE BERKELEY EXPERIENCE
Consultations and treatments delivered by Berkeley's experienced surgical team.
CONSULTATION OPTIONS
- In-clinic consultations
- Video consultations
Derby Clinic
79 Rykneld Rd, Littleover
Derby, DE23 4DJ
P: 0133 294 9710
E: info@berkeleyhairclinic.com
THE BERKELEY EXPERIENCE
Consultations and treatments delivered by Berkeley's experienced surgical team.
CONSULTATION OPTIONS
- In-clinic consultations
- Video consultations
Leeds Clinic
25 Park Square W
Leeds, LS1 2PW
P: 0113 873 0321
E: info@berkeleyhairclinic.com
THE BERKELEY EXPERIENCE
Consultations and treatments delivered by Berkeley's experienced surgical team.
CONSULTATION OPTIONS
- In-clinic consultations
- Video consultations
Oxford Clinic
13 Beaumont Street
Oxford, OX1 2LP
P: 0186 529 4656
E: info@berkeleyhairclinic.com
THE BERKELEY EXPERIENCE
Consultations and treatments delivered by Berkeley's experienced surgical team.
CONSULTATION OPTIONS
- In-clinic consultations
- Video consultations
Take the Next Step in Hair Restoration Surgery
Whether you are exploring the specialty, seeking close exposure to a live surgical case or looking for an extended programme of clinical development, Berkeley Hair Transplant Academy can help you identify the right training pathway.
Important Information
Berkeley Hair Transplant Academy provides professional education and training for qualified doctors.
Attendance or completion of an Academy programme does not constitute recognition as a specialist, certify independent competence, provide professional registration or authorise the participant to practise hair transplant surgery.
All clinical participation is subject to candidate eligibility, applicable registration and licensing requirements, adequate insurance or indemnity, Berkeley Hair Clinic's clinical-governance procedures, faculty approval, patient suitability and explicit patient consent.
Programme content, faculty, cases, dates and locations may be changed where necessary to protect patient safety or respond to clinical requirements.