Penny James Trichologist

: Does GLP-1 Cause Hair Loss
GLP-1 medications have become a big conversation in my trichology practice, too. Clients taking semaglutide and tirzepatide are asking me the same question: “How do I know if my GLP-1 is causing hair loss?”

GLP 1 medications have become a big conversation in my Trichology practice.
Clients taking semaglutide and tirepatide are asking me the same question. “How do I know if my GLP1 is causing hair loss?”

Before-and-after images are so exciting. For my client, who has invested a lot of time and money, has stayed really focused on protocol, and is now seeing a return on her investment. For me, as a trichologist, there is only so much I have in my “tool Kit” to offer. And what I suggested worked very well. Hair loss happens over years; hair growth can take years too. We wanted to STOP the shedding. Sometimes it’s worse on some days and better on others. My client keeps applying the topical solution I suggested, comes in to see me for a weekly scalp treatment, is working with a nutritionist, and is now in the great hands of ELENA MARIA BURUIANA, MD. Between us all, we have all helped get my client's hair back! It truly does take a village, and NYC feels like that to me.

What beautiful hair! As a trained trichologist, I sit with all of my clients for an hour in a private office. We go over their medical history, their health history, and how they feel right now about their hair loss. I learned my client is suffering from complex gastrointestinal conditions. I know the right nutritionist who specializes in complex conditions. Being a Trichologist is rewarding and challenging. I am just over a 1/4 of the way through my EBHF Fellowship and learning a tremendous amount of important evidence-based science to help my clients. I never thought I would become so interested in science. I have always been a hairstylist, but the more I learn, the more I understand that hair loss is more prevalent than ever before. It would have been easy for me to have stopped learning when I became double board certified, but I knew I needed to dig deeper. It has been a tremendous sacrifice: giving up two global brands that I was a spokesperson for, slashing my hairdressing schedule in half so I had time to study, attend weekly lectures, and complete the homework I have to submit each week. I make sure I do not fall behind, even if it means I'm not making the money I used to or having a sexy lifestyle. The new direction I'm heading is outstanding, and I'm eager to learn more so I can help more of my lovely Trichology clients who trust I have their best interests at heart.

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