Hair Restoration in Miami: Physician-Performed Micrograft FUE

Why patients in South Florida choose a physician-performed hair restoration procedure

Dr. Charles Pereyra, MD, a board-certified emergency physician and member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, personally performs every step of the Micrograft Follicular Unit Excision procedure at Springs Rejuvenation Hair in Aventura — from extraction to placement. The ISHRS consumer-advocacy guidance advises prospective patients to ask who will evaluate their concerns, who will perform each part of the surgery, what their licensure and training are, whether anyone not licensed by the state will make incisions or harvest grafts, and whether everyone is covered by malpractice insurance. These questions reflect a fundamental distinction in hair restoration Miami practices: some clinics delegate extraction or placement to technicians or physician assistants, while others maintain physician control throughout.

The practice has completed more than 7,000 procedures across its locations and holds over 350 Google reviews. According to the ISHRS 2025 Practice Census, which surveyed member activity in 2024, Follicular Unit Excision was used in 85.4 percent of male and 68.2 percent of female surgical procedures, and the average FUE case involved 2,262 grafts. Men made up 84.7 percent of surgical patients, women 15.3 percent. The most common patient-stated reasons for pursuing the procedure were to become or feel more attractive (90.0 percent) and to appear younger in competitive work settings (62.7 percent). The census found that over half of surgical patients were aged 30 to 49.

The team at this location tends to see requests for No-Shave Micrograft FUE, which allows patients to avoid a visible shaved donor zone in a beach-and-social city, the investigational Stem Cell Exosome Scalp Protocol offered as an adjunct, Hairline Design consultations, and Female Hair Restoration evaluations. Individual responses vary, and candidacy is determined during the first visit.

The Aventura clinic: Ivory 214, 8th floor

Springs Rejuvenation Hair occupies the eighth floor of Ivory 214, a ten-story Class A medical and office building at 2820 NE 214th Street, Suite 801, Aventura FL 33180. The building sits within the Aventura Medical District, within walking distance of Aventura Hospital. The Serena Hotel Aventura, part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, operates inside the same building, which simplifies logistics for patients using the travel program. An on-site restaurant serves the building.

Patients arrive through the main lobby. The consultation and procedure rooms are private, and the layout accommodates the extended hours typical of Micrograft FUE, which the American Academy of Dermatology notes usually takes four to eight hours under local anesthesia with the patient awake.

Getting here from Miami, Fort Lauderdale and the beaches

The clinic is reached from Biscayne Boulevard (US-1) at NE 214th Street. Patients driving from points south — Brickell, Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, Surfside, Bal Harbour — generally take I-95 north to the NE 203rd Street exit or continue on US-1. From the west, including Doral, the Florida Turnpike connects to the Golden Glades interchange, then I-95 north or Biscayne Boulevard. Patients from Hallandale Beach, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Weston and Boca Raton typically approach via I-95 south or US-1 south.

The Brightline Aventura station, located at 19796 West Dixie Highway near Aventura Mall, offers high-speed rail service to Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, MiamiCentral and Orlando. Ride-share or taxi from the Brightline station to Ivory 214 takes about ten minutes. Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport is roughly a twenty-minute drive, and Miami International Airport roughly thirty to forty minutes depending on traffic and route.

The clinic serves patients from Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Golden Beach, North Miami Beach and across South Florida.

What a first visit looks like at this location

The Follicular Health Assessment begins with a discussion of the patient's history: the onset and pattern of change, family history, medical conditions and medications. Dr. Pereyra then examines the scalp under magnification to evaluate hair density, follicle caliber and scalp health. The donor zone — typically the back and sides of the scalp — is assessed for density and elasticity. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, candidacy requires two things: enough healthy donor hair and the ability to grow hair in the thinning area. A dermatologist may ask a patient to start a medication first, and blood tests or a scalp biopsy are sometimes needed.

The consultation includes a hairline discussion if relevant. The physician reviews what can realistically be addressed with the donor reserve available. The AAD notes that complete restoration may be unrealistic, but a fuller head of hair can be the goal. If the patient is a candidate, the clinic provides one all-in price quote that day; there is no pressure to decide immediately. The ISHRS states that any incision beyond the most superficial depth forms a scar in hair restoration, though FUE scars in the donor area are small circular marks rather than a linear strip.

Patients who are not candidates — for example, those with insufficient donor density or active scalp inflammation — are guided toward other options or referred. Honesty about limitations is part of the consultation process.

Micrograft FUE and No-Shave FUE in Miami: what the day of the procedure involves

On the day of the procedure, the patient arrives at the Aventura suite and reviews the written plan. Local anesthesia is administered to the donor and recipient zones. Dr. Charles Pereyra, MD, performs both the extraction of individual follicular units from the donor area and the placement of those grafts into the recipient sites. The procedure typically lasts four to eight hours, as noted by the AAD, and the patient remains awake throughout. The ISHRS 2025 Practice Census found that the average FUE case involved 2,262 grafts, though individual cases vary widely based on goals and donor supply.

No-Shave Micrograft FUE, a commonly requested option at this location, allows the donor area to remain at a longer length, which avoids the appearance of a shaved strip — a consideration for patients who prefer discretion in a social and professional environment. Standard FUE involves shaving the donor zone to facilitate extraction. Both approaches extract grafts one at a time using a small punch instrument.

After placement, the scalp is cleaned and the patient receives written aftercare instructions. Same-day discharge is typical. The patient is advised to arrange for someone to drive them home or to their hotel, as the anesthesia and the length of the procedure can cause fatigue. The first night involves minimal activity and careful head positioning to protect the grafts.

Sun, sweat and salt water: Miami-specific recovery notes

South Florida's year-round high ultraviolet index makes sun protection a central part of aftercare. Typical guidance includes wearing a loose, clean hat once the physician clears it and using physical shade for the recipient area in the first weeks. The American Academy of Dermatology's sunscreen FAQ recommends broad-spectrum sunscreen for sun protection generally, but sunscreen on a fresh recipient site is usually avoided until the physician confirms the skin has recovered — physical shade comes first.

Heat and humidity mean sweating is unavoidable. Patients are typically instructed to rinse the scalp gently per the written directions, without rubbing. Ocean swimming, pool use, hot tubs and saunas are generally paused for about two weeks after the procedure to avoid exposure to salt, chlorine and bacteria, though individual instructions vary. Miami's summer afternoon storms and sudden weather shifts require flexibility in follow-up scheduling. Hurricane season, which runs from June through November, can disrupt travel plans; virtual follow-up visits are used when in-person visits are impractical.

These are typical guidelines; the written instructions given after the procedure take precedence. Recovery is individual, and the physician adjusts recommendations based on how the scalp is responding at each check-in.

Regenerative adjuncts offered here: the Stem Cell Exosome Scalp Protocol and the Peptide + Lifestyle Program

The clinic offers the investigational Stem Cell Exosome Scalp Protocol as an optional adjunct to Micrograft FUE. Exosomes are extracellular vesicles that appear in early research to play signaling roles in tissue repair and inflammation modulation. Some published studies suggest exosome preparations may support the scalp environment, while other studies have shown no clear benefit. The evidence is mixed, and individual responses vary.

Stem cell and exosome therapies are not FDA approved to treat any disease. The FDA issued a public safety notification in December 2019 reporting serious adverse events in patients in Nebraska who received unapproved exosome products. The FDA has also published a consumer alert stating that regenerative medicine products including stem cells and exosomes are not approved for any use other than within approved clinical trials, and the agency warns about clinics marketing them. Patients considering the protocol receive a detailed informed-consent discussion.

The Peptide + Lifestyle Program addresses nutrition, stress, sleep and metabolic factors that may influence scalp health over time. The program is individualized and educational in nature. It is not a substitute for medical care and does not claim to reverse hair loss.

Traveling to Aventura for the procedure

Patients from outside South Florida follow a structured travel program. The process begins with a virtual consultation, during which the physician reviews photos and video, discusses history and goals, and determines candidacy. If the patient is a candidate, the clinic provides a written care plan and the all-in price quote. The patient then schedules the procedure date and travel.

The Serena Hotel Aventura, which operates inside the Ivory 214 building, simplifies logistics; patients stay steps from the eighth-floor suite. Alternative hotels near Aventura Mall or along Biscayne Boulevard are also used. Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport both serve the area, and the Brightline Aventura station connects to other cities in Florida by rail.

On the day of the procedure, the patient arrives at the suite, undergoes the extraction and placement, receives written aftercare instructions, and returns to the hotel. The next day or the day after — depending on the travel plan — the patient returns for an in-person recovery check before flying home. The physician examines the recipient and donor sites, reviews recovery progress, answers questions and confirms the patient is cleared to travel. Remote follow-up continues after the patient returns home, with virtual check-ins at intervals over the months ahead. If a hurricane or tropical storm disrupts the schedule, the clinic coordinates rescheduling and virtual follow-up as needed.

What patients say about Springs Rejuvenation Hair

The clinic has received feedback from patients across South Florida and from those who have traveled to Aventura for care.

Susan L., Google review: “For female and male hair thinning, my husband's experience was phenomenal. No discomfort, easy and friendly staff, very professional and he started seeing new hair growth in 3 months. He is a different person (in a good way) I cannot thank the team and Doctors at Springs Rejuvenation enough.”

Jimena A., Google review: “I literally had no results for 4 months, and I started to worry. I must have called every day. Thanks for your patience, haha. I'm about 8 months in, and I'm seeing incredible progress.”

Reviews are individual patient experiences shared publicly on Google. Individual results vary, and no review is a promise of any outcome.

Frequently asked questions

How soon after the procedure can I fly home to another state or country?

The typical travel-program schedule includes an in-person recovery check one or two days after the procedure, after which the physician clears the patient to fly. The check examines the recipient and donor sites, confirms recovery is progressing as expected, and addresses any questions about aftercare. Some patients prefer to stay an extra day for additional rest. The written instructions given after the procedure include guidance on head positioning during the flight and when to resume normal activities. Remote follow-up continues after the patient returns home.

When can I swim in the ocean or use the pool after Micrograft FUE in Miami?

Ocean swimming, pool use, hot tubs and saunas are generally paused for about two weeks following the procedure to avoid exposing the fresh recipient sites to salt water, chlorine and bacteria. Individual instructions may vary depending on how the scalp is recovering at follow-up visits. The physician provides specific clearance based on the condition of the donor and recipient areas. Rinsing the scalp gently per the written aftercare directions is allowed earlier, but submersion in water is typically delayed until the skin has sealed and early recovery is confirmed.

Does Miami's heat and humidity affect recovery after hair restoration?

Heat and humidity mean sweating is common year-round in South Florida. Typical aftercare guidance includes gentle rinsing of the scalp per the written instructions, without rubbing, to keep the area clean. Patients are usually advised to avoid strenuous exercise and activities that cause heavy sweating for a short period after the procedure. A loose, clean hat can be worn once cleared by the physician. Sun exposure is managed through physical shade first, and sunscreen is typically avoided on the recipient area until the physician confirms the skin has recovered. The written instructions take precedence, and individual recovery timelines vary.

Is a Spanish-speaking consultation available at the Aventura clinic?

Aventura's location in South Florida means the practice regularly serves individuals from across Latin America and the Caribbean, both locally and through the travel program. Translation support is also available as needed.

About the author: Dr. Charles Pereyra, MD, is a board-certified emergency physician (NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist), a member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), and the physician who personally performs Micrograft FUE procedures at Springs Rejuvenation Hair.

Medical disclaimer: Stem cell and exosome therapy is not an FDA approved therapy and is considered to be in the experimental stages; it is not FDA approved to treat any disease. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results may vary. Reviewed for medical accuracy by Dr. Charles Pereyra, MD, Medical Director, Springs Rejuvenation.