Claim OwnershipSpencer Kobren's The Bald Truth
Subscribed: 4Played: 29
Subscribe
© Copyright GFQ Network
Description
Spencer Kobren’s weekly on air support group has been nationally syndicated for over twelve years and has developed cult-like status among men ages 18 to 35 and beyond seeking advice on “Sex, Life and Hair Loss.” The Washington Post proclaims that The Bald Truth is Kobren’s “Pulpit of the airwaves.” A new genre of hip talk radio. New York Post columnist and author, Girsh Kuntzman, writes, “The tone of The Bald Truth is pure therapy,” and the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review declares “Spencer Kobren’s nationally syndicated show “The Bald Truth” has a dedicated listenership that would have Rush Limbaugh pulling his hair out in envy.”
76 Episodes
Reverse
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman speak with callers about their life experiences dealing with hair loss, hair transplants and what it takes to cope.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss the disturbing reality of the current state of the hair transplant field and how plastic surgeons are now offering hair transplantation as part of their surgical “menu” without having the skill or infrastructure to perform truly state of the art hair transplant surgery.
Nicole Large from Shapiro Medical Group calls in to discuss the reality of Tricopigmentation and other forms of scalp pigmentation and Internet Broadcasting legend Andrew Zarian joins the guys to talk about his incredible success with Propecia.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss he dangers that today’s hair transplant consumers face when trying to conduct their research on physician review sites and hair loss forums.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss why it’s sometimes best to just cut your losses and move on after undergoing a disappointing hair transplant procedure, especially if you’re not aesthetically damaged by the process. Doug from Chicago calls to discuss his regret over allowing his hair loss to interfere with his ability to feel comfortable enjoying some of the basic pleasures in life like visiting with friends and family and Eric from Florida calls in to described what he considers his less than stellar hair transplant experience.
When it comes to hair transplant surgery or medicine of any kind the maxim Primum non nocere or “first, do no harm is one of the principal precepts of bioethics that all healthcare students are taught and is a fundamental principle throughout the world of medicine. However, for some in the hair transplant industry this basic principle does not seem to apply.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss the tremendous difficulties hair loss sufferers face today when attempting to research hair transplant surgery online. What’s most disheartening is that things are only getting worse…The guys also field a call from a physician discussing his current battle with post finasteride syndrome (PFS).
Phoenix hair transplant surgeon and IAHRS accepted member Scott Alexander, MD calls in to discuss the entrepreneurial nature of the hair transplant industry and why he believes there is no consensus when it comes to which hair transplant techniques are truly best for the general patient population. The answer is simple…money.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss the very real issue of physician pandering, a tactic used by some in the field to win the favor and to appeal to vulnerable and usually young hair loss sufferers who frequent the various online hair loss message forums.
If you’re scheduled for hair transplant surgery, but are having second thoughts for any reason, the rule of thumb here at TBT is “go with your gut.” Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman take a call from Alex, a BTT forum member who was minutes away from boarding a plane to Istanbul and chose to turn around, get back in his car and cancel is scheduled procedure. While state of the art hair transplant surgery has positively and profoundly impacted the lives of of many, there is nothing wrong with waiting and if things don’t feel right, Sometimes leaving that deposit on the table is money well spent.
State of the art hair transplantation has always been a team effort. The use of surgical technicians plays a vital role in the ability to move and implant large numbers of grafts in a single session, but in today’s FUE hair transplant environment more and more clinics are relying on layman to do most if not all of the surgery. While there are some incredibly talented technicians in the field, Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss this disturbing trend of using unlicensed technicians to perform key aspects of the surgery, which most consumers believe were going to be performed by the licensed physician they hired to do the job. If you’re considering hair transplant surgery this is a show you don’t want to miss!
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss the true future of surgical hair restoration and how the field is changing more rapidly than most in the industry even realize. If you’re considering surgical hair restoration or scalp micro pigmentation or if you’re a physician or clinic practicing these these disciplines, this a show you don’t want to miss.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman speak with a physician from Baltimore who wanted to share his personal experience of suffering with the unusual phenomenon known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). While both Joe and Spencer as well as the vast majority of TBT callers have had minimal to no apparent side effects from the drug, if you are considering talking Propecia to treat your hair loss this is a show you don’t want to miss!
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss PRP therapy for hair loss and the fact that all PRP is not created equal. They also discuss just how out of touch so many in hair transplant field are when it comes to the reality and the importance of today’s online environment and the many different ways these resources better educate and ultimately effect the decision making process of the hair loss consumer.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman field a variety of calls ranging from a guy who recently had temporary Trycopigmentation to a hair loss sufferer with Tourette syndrome trying to find a clinic who would be willing to take on his unique case. If you’re considering hair transplantation it is vital that you are aware there limitations and that understanding who makes the best candidates for the procedure is not always as cut and dry as it may seem.
Hair loss and hair transplant message forums can be a great resource for many who are looking for answers about how to deal with their hair loss situation, however, as with most online resources, knowing how to safely navigate these places is not as straight forward as most people would think. If you’re currently using the forums to do your research, this is a show you can't afford to miss!
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman discuss the importance of proper hair transplant operating room disinfection, instrument sterilization and infection prevention protocols that most proactive patients presume are all part of the standard of care when considering hair transplantation. The, truth is proper protocols are not always the standard. IAHRS accepted member and Portland hair transplant surgeon Dr. Steve Gable calls in to provide his perspective on what standard infection prevention should be and what to ask and look for when visiting a hair transplant faculty. If you are considering surgical hair restoration this is a program that you cannot afford to miss!
Spencer talks with Joe Tillman and Dr. Alan Bauman about the media focusing on Donald Trump and Scott Walker's hair. Carl from NY calls to talk about his experience with hair loss and the difference between generic and brand name Finasteride.
Spencer Kobren and Joe Tillman address a couple of complaints of bad hair transplants posted on baldtruthtalk.com. Joe Tillman talks about his recent visits to hair transplant clinics in Turkey. And Curtis from Virginia calls in to share his hair loss story.
Spencer Kobren speaks with Joe Tillman about his experience in the hair loss industry and role with The Bald Truth. And Andrew Zarian calls to discuss side effects some medications allegedly cause.
Comments
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States