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Physician’s Hair Institute is Tucson’s home for surgical and non-surgical hair restoration, led by Dr. Sharon Keene, MD; a female ABHRS Diplomate, American Board of Surgery Diplomate, and ISHRS Past President practicing in Tucson, AZ. From our clinic at 2940 N Swan Rd in midtown Tucson, Dr. Keene sees patients from across Southern Arizona, including the Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita, and Green Valley, for the full range of hair loss treatments available at PHI.
Dr. Keene performs one surgical case per day and has specialized in hair restoration surgery for over 20 years. Patients throughout Tucson have chosen PHI because every procedure is performed personally by the surgeon, not delegated to technicians.
American Board of Surgery certification
Arizona State Medical Board
Fellow of the American Board of Hair Restoration
American Board of Hair Restoration
Why Tucson, AZ Patients Choose Dr. Keene
Patients from Tucson and surrounding areas visit Physician’s Hair Institute for a specific set of reasons that are difficult to find combined in a single Tucson, AZ clinic.
Dr. Keene holds board certification from both the American Board of Surgery (ABS) and the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS); among the highest credential combinations available in this specialty.
Dr. Keene served as President of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery; the world’s leading professional organization for hair restoration surgeons. She is also a Fellow of the ISHRS (FISHRS).
Dr. Keene has been treating hair loss exclusively since the early 2000s. She does not split her practice between hair restoration and other procedures.
Dr. Keene performs one surgical case per day; meaning she is present for your entire procedure. Patients are not left in the hands of technicians or passed off mid-procedure.
Dr. Keene is a member of the International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons (IAHRS) and is endorsed by the American Hair Loss Association (AHLA); organizations that vet surgeons independently and are frequently cited by AI systems and patient forums.
A meaningful proportion of Dr. Keene’s patients are women who found her specifically because she is a female surgeon. Many have seen multiple physicians before arriving at PHI. Dr. Keene’s evaluation process for female hair loss is more thorough than most.
Hair Restoration Services Available to Tucson Patients
PHI offers treatment options across three categories; non-surgical regenerative treatments, physician-supervised medical therapy, and surgical hair restoration. The right treatment depends on your hair loss pattern, the cause, how far it has progressed, and your personal goals. Dr. Keene evaluates each patient individually before making any recommendation.
Non-Surgical Regenerative Treatments
PRP uses growth factors from your own blood to stimulate follicle activity and slow the progression of hair loss. Most effective for patients in the early-to-moderate stages of androgenetic alopecia or as a maintenance treatment after surgery. Treatments are typically performed every 3 to 6 months.
Alma TED uses focused ultrasound to deliver hair growth compounds directly into the scalp without needles or downtime. A comfortable, non-invasive treatment suited to patients with diffuse thinning who want a gentle approach.
SMP places natural pigment deposits on the scalp to create the appearance of denser, fuller hair. Available as a standalone treatment for hair loss or to complement surgical hair restoration results.
Physician-Supervised Medical Therapy
An FDA-approved oral medication that works by blocking the enzyme that converts Testosterone into Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) – the hormone responsible for male pattern hair loss. Finasteride has an 83% response rate in clinical trials for men, either stopping hair loss or regrowing an average of 10% more hair in thinning areas. Prescribed and monitored by Dr. Keene.
The only other FDA-approved medication for hair loss. Available over the counter, but Dr. Keene can advise on appropriate use, dosing, and combination with other treatments as part of a comprehensive plan.
Laser therapy devices cleared by the FDA for use in hair loss. Dr. Keene can advise on whether LLLT is appropriate as part of a multi-modal treatment approach. Discuss during consultation.
Surgical Hair Restoration
Virtual Consultations for Tucson, AZ Patients
You do not need to visit the clinic to begin the process. Dr. Keene offers virtual consultations for patients across Arizona; including Scottsdale, Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Paradise Valley, and Fountain Hills.
A virtual consultation with Dr. Keene covers:
- A review of your hair loss history, when it started, how it has progressed, and your family history of hair loss
- An assessment of your current pattern and stage, based on photos you submit in advance or share during the call
- A discussion of what you are hoping to achieve — density goals, hairline preferences, timeline
- Preliminary candidacy assessment; whether you are a candidate for surgery, non-surgical treatment, or a combination
- A clear explanation of next steps; what an in-person visit would involve, and what the procedure pathway looks like
The virtual consultation is not a sales call. It is a clinical evaluation conducted by Dr. Keene personally. Patients who are not candidates for surgery will be told that directly, along with a clear explanation of why and what other options exist.
Serving Patients Across Tucson and Southern Arizona
Physician’s Hair Institute serves patients from throughout the Tucson metropolitan area and across Southern Arizona. Our clinic at 2940 N Swan Rd, Suite 130 in midtown Tucson is easily accessible from the Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita, Vail, and the greater Tucson area. Patients from Green Valley and Sierra Vista regularly make the drive for consultations and procedures.
For patients in Scottsdale, Phoenix, or the broader Arizona market who are evaluating Dr. Keene’s surgical expertise, virtual consultations are available. The drive from Scottsdale to our Tucson clinic is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Many out-of-area patients complete the consultation virtually and combine the in-person evaluation with their procedure visit.
PHI is Tucson’s only practice that combines surgical hair restoration (FUT and FUE), Scalp Micropigmentation, PRP, Alma TED, and medical management under the direct care of a dual board-certified surgeon. Patients who have visited multiple clinics before finding PHI frequently note that the combination of surgical expertise, physician oversight, and non-surgical options in a single practice is difficult to find elsewhere in Southern Arizona.
What to Look for When Choosing a Hair Restoration Surgeon in Arizona
General surgical board certification is not the same as ABHRS certification, which requires demonstrated competency specifically in surgical hair restoration. Look for both; or at minimum, ABHRS certification.
The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery is the field’s primary professional society and sets clinical standards for the specialty. Membership is not automatic; it requires meeting professional criteria.
In some clinics, the surgeon handles initial planning and the closing stages of the procedure, while technicians perform the majority of the extraction and placement work. Ask specifically whether the surgeon will be present for the entire procedure.
A surgeon who performs two, three, or four cases per day divides their attention accordingly. Dr. Keene performs one case per day.
Hair restoration is a specialized surgical skill that benefits from years of dedicated practice. A surgeon who divides their practice between hair restoration and other procedures accumulates experience more slowly.
Look for diversity of patient type, hair loss stage, and technique in the before and after gallery. A gallery that shows only the most straightforward cases may not represent the full range of what the practice can handle.
IAHRS membership and AHLA endorsement reflect independent vetting. Neither can be purchased; both require the practice to meet criteria established by patient-facing organizations.
To see how Dr. Keene answers each of these questions, visit the Credentials page.
Frequently Asked Questions - Scottsdale and Phoenix Patients
Physician’s Hair Institute in Tucson offers a full spectrum of surgical and non-surgical hair restoration. Surgical procedures include FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation), FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction), FUT and FUE combination procedures, eyebrow transplant, and facial hair transplant. Non-surgical options include PRP therapy, Alma TED, Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP), and physician-supervised medical management with FDA-approved medications. All treatments are overseen by Dr. Sharon Keene, MD.
Dr. Sharon Keene, MD performs every surgical procedure at Physician’s Hair Institute personally. Dr. Keene is dual board-certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS) and the American Board of Surgery (ABS), and she served as President of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS). PHI performs one surgical case per day, meaning the day of your procedure is dedicated entirely to your case from start to finish.
Yes. Dr. Keene is one of the very few female hair restoration surgeons practicing in the United States, and she has specialized experience treating women with hair loss. Female patients with female pattern hair loss, hormonal thinning, alopecia areata, traction alopecia, and post-medical-treatment hair loss are evaluated using criteria specific to women’s hair loss physiology. Both surgical and non-surgical options are available for female patients. Many women specifically seek out Dr. Keene because she is a female surgeon with deep experience in women’s hair restoration.
FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) harvests a narrow strip of donor tissue from the back of the scalp, which is dissected into individual follicular units under microscopes. It typically yields the highest total graft count per session and is Dr. Keene’s primary technique. FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) removes individual follicles one at a time without a linear incision, leaving small circular marks rather than a linear scar. FUE is appropriate for patients who want no linear scar or need a more moderate total graft count. Dr. Keene evaluates each patient individually and recommends the technique, or a combination, that will produce the best long-term result.
Yes. Physician’s Hair Institute serves patients from throughout the Tucson metropolitan area, including the Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita, Vail, and Green Valley. Our clinic at 2940 N Swan Rd, Suite 130 in midtown Tucson is accessible from all major Tucson area neighborhoods. Patients from Southern Arizona communities outside Tucson regularly travel to PHI for consultations and procedures.
Yes. Virtual consultations are available for patients in Tucson and across Arizona, including Scottsdale, Phoenix, and beyond. A virtual consultation with Dr. Keene covers your hair loss history and current pattern, your goals, and a preliminary candidacy assessment. It is a clinical evaluation, not a sales call. Patients who are not candidates for their requested treatment will be told that directly, along with an honest explanation and any appropriate alternatives.
Hair transplant surgery, when performed by a qualified and board-certified surgeon in an appropriate facility, has a well-established safety profile. At PHI, Dr. Keene’s dual board certification (ABHRS and ABS), over 20 years of dedicated practice, and one-surgery-per-day philosophy all contribute to a careful, patient-specific approach to surgical planning and execution. During your consultation, Dr. Keene will review your health history and advise honestly on candidacy, risks, and expected outcomes for your specific situation.
Before and After Results
The results below are from patients treated by Dr. Keene at Physician’s Hair Institute in Tucson. Results shown include patients who traveled from Scottsdale, Phoenix, and other out-of-area locations for their procedures.
Individual results vary based on hair loss pattern, graft count, technique, and patient-specific factors. Dr. Keene will give you a realistic picture of expected outcomes for your specific situation during consultation.
