About

Dr. Ben Behnam

Dr. Ben Behnam is a co-founder of Happy Head and a world-renowned board-certified dermatologist, with a focus on hair loss and restoration. He has over 20 years of experience in dermatology and is recognized nationally by Newsweek as one of the top 10 Physicians and Surgeons in the U.S.

Education

Dr. Behnam completed his education at top U.S. medical schools, attending the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) for his undergraduate education, and Oregon Health Sciences University (OHSU) for medical school. He completed his residency program at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF-Fresno) followed by intensive training in hair restoration at the Distefano Hair Restoration Centers for Hair Transplanting Training.

Accomplishments

Dr. Behnam is highly accomplished and respected within his field, having recently been named one of the top hair transplant surgeons in the world in 2023. He is also an elite member of the International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons (the only nationally recognized society for hair restoration). He has been named the Top 1% of America’s Most Honored Professionals in 2016, 2017, and 2018. Dr. Dehnam is thoroughly praised for his exceptional patient care, having received numerous awards including the On-Time Physician Award (2016 and 2017), Compassionate Doctor Award (2011-2017), Patients’ Choice Award (2011-2017), Vital Doctors Top 10, Top 10 Internists, and many more.

Articles by

Dr. Ben Behnam

Hair Health

Is Losing Facial Hair Normal?

Hair Health

5 Tips for a Healthier Scalp & Improved Hair Growth

Hair Health

DHT Blockers: Fight Hair Loss with These Powerful Weapons

Hair Health

How Diet and Hair Loss Are Connected

Hair Health

Signs of Balding and What to Look For

Hair Health

Does Smoking Cause Hair Loss? Understanding the Connection

Hair Health

Why Self-diagnosing Your Hair Loss is a Bad Idea

The Experts

Marrin Costello Radio Podcast, Featuring Dr. Ben Behnam Intentional Conversations with Impactful People

Hair Health

Does Testosterone Cause Hair Loss?

Hair Health

The Invisible Effects of Alopecia on Your Mental Health

Hair Health

Essential Vitamins for Hair Growth

The Experts

Growing Older, Living Longer Podcast Featuring Dr. Ben Behnam

Hair Health

Why is Customization Essential for Hair Growth?

Hair Health

When Will Your Hair Grow Back? Your Topical Hair Loss Treatment Timeline.

Lifestyle

Your Summer Hair Care Guide

Hair Health

Do Dermarollers Work for Hair Growth?

Hair Health

Understanding Female Pattern Hair Loss

Hair Health

Devastated About Your Hair Loss? Tips to Help You Cope.

Hair Health

Topical Finasteride: A Targeted Approach for Hair Loss

Lifestyle

Pump Up the Volume: 5 Tricks Men Can Use to Get Thicker Looking Hair

Hair Health

Can Hair Loss Be Reversed? Understanding Your Options

Hair Health

The Surprising Connection Between Covid and Hair Loss

Lifestyle

Stop Hair Loss: Prevent Hair on Pillow & Shower Drain – Effective Solutions

Lifestyle

Why using Sunscreen on your Scalp is Crucial for Thinning Hair

The Experts

Hair Therapy Podcast Featuring Hair Loss Specialist Dr. Ben Behnam

Hair Health

Finasteride Results: What To Expect

Hair Health

Efficacy of Topical Finasteride: Review of Current Medical Literature

Hair Health

Side Effects of Topical Finasteride: Review of Current Medical Literature

Hair Health

Topical Finasteride. Does it really work?