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KATE S.
I noticed my first bald spot in April or May of 2007. I was just shy of 21 years old at the time, and it was scary to find a spot on my head with no hair. Not exactly some- thing one would expect for find on a normal 21 year old’s head. It was about the size of a quarter and it was located on the back of my head, underneath existing hair. I showed my boyfriend at the time, and he told his mom, who was a nurse. She suggested that perhaps it had been rubbed away from sleeping on that part of my head and recommended that I get some kind of pillow with a soft surface that my hair could just slide over, as opposed to getting caught and tangled. That didn’t work. I wasn’t too concerned until the spot started to rapidly grow. It spread over the back of my head, until about a quarter of the hair on the back of my scalp was gone. I just covered it up in ponytails and up-do’s. I think I was too afraid, and too in denial that something was actually wrong, to go to the doctor. But eventually I did. I went to the first doctor, who said it was alopecia, and not to worry about it because the problem should remedy itself. Once again, it didn’t. So from there I saw a string of doctors, dermatologists, endocrinologists etc. None of them really had any solutions for me, other than shooting steroids into my scalp, which for me was not an option–mostly because of my fear of needles and the thought of putting steroids into my body sounded like something that could make my problem worse, not better.
My mother is actually the one that discovered Miyohara International. She was searching on the internet for places that specialized in hair loss, and thank God, she stumbled upon the website. Though I can’t remember exactly when I started going to see Mrs. Wells, I believe it was around the middle of 2008. At this point almost all of the hair on the back of my head was gone, and I was starting to develop a few other random bald spots in other areas. It was looking like a pretty hopeless situation, and to be honest, when I first met with Mrs. Wells, I was not feeling confident that there was any treatment that could help me. But I was so wrong!!
Not only was Mrs. Wells able to take a sample of my hair and test the hair itself, but she was also able to give me recommendations for other doctors and facilities that could help me understand the deeper, internal reasons for my hair loss. She was able to explain that it was not just the hair itself that was the problem; it was my entire body and the way my system was functioning. After taking the hair sample, she was able to create a program for me that was specific to what my scalp needed. She gave me products that targeted my specific type of hair loss, and gave me treatments that would give me the best results for the type of hair loss that I was experiencing. Through a regimen of treatments, minerals and products, not only was Mrs. Wells able to bring my hair back to life, but she was also able to stop the hair from falling out and promote hair re- growth at the same time. I can happily and thankfully say that almost all of the hair on my head has completely grown back. Of course it’s only six inches long at this point, but it is growing back with the thickness and curl that the rest of my hair has. There is one small spot that is being a little more stubborn than the others, but with more minerals and a more rigorous treatment plan, we are determined to get that spot filled in as well.
Not only was the treatment itself successful, but having Mrs. Wells by my side made all the difference as well. One could not ask for a kinder, more generous or more caring person to go through these kinds of treatments with. She truly and genuinely cares about the people she is helping, and she puts forth so much time and effort making sure her clients get the right products, and the best products available. She has truly improved my life in a big way, and how I will ever thank her enough for giving me my hair back, I do not know. What I do know is that I had never heard of trichology before meeting with Mrs. Wells, but after my experience with it, I believe that it is something that needs to be taught and spread throughout the United States. No modern medicine was able to help me, no doctors or specialists. Trichology is the only thing that worked for me, and I am confident that it will work for others as well. I would honestly and wholeheartedly recommend this kind of treatment to anyone experiencing hair loss. No one knows what it feels like to really appreciate your hair until it is gone. I took for granted the fact that I had a full head of hair. I now realize how important it is for both women and men in regards to confidence and self-esteem. Mrs. Wells gave those things back to me when I felt like I had lost them. And that is something that everyone suffering from hair loss should have the chance to experience.
DEBRA P.
Thanks to the professional team at Miyohara International, I don’t have to live with thinning hair or alopecia anymore. I made an appointment with Mrs. Wells, hoping that she could recommend treatments to reduce the thinning of my hair due to middle age and hormonal imbalance. I have also suffered from alopecia areata for over 20 years, and the combination of these two conditions was devastating! Mrs. Wells approached my condition with compassion, professionalism, and expertise. After diagnosing my scalp disorder through microscopic hair analysis, she designed a comprehensive treatment program. My individualized plan included scalp hydration, laser treatments, and topical products that I could administer at home. Mrs. Wells also referred me to a member of her trichology team for natural nutritional supplements and products to restore my hormonal balance.
I began my treatment program and was amazed to see that my hair stopped thinning within the first month. I was even more elated when my hair began to grow, even in the area affected by alopecia. After six months I am well on my way to a thick, full head of hair for the first time in many years.
Mark E. Krugman, M.D.
I first discovered Erkkie’s abilities when a staff person of mine had seen her on the referral of another physician. Because of the excellent outcome and experience that my staff member had, I was curious and wanted to find out more about Erkkie. In time an appointment was arranged for us to meet.
As a plastic surgeon with an interest in hair transplantation, I have worked with many medical paraprofessionals over the years. I cannot recall any one who had more passion and devotion to the their work than Erkkie Harris-Wells.
Erkkie trained as a trichologist in England. There is no recognized degree or license for trichology in the United States. Sadly there are some who use and abuse this title in the states. Erkkie, however, has mastered the art of working with physicians in a fashion that is both complementary and ethical.
When I had a cyst formation after my own hair transplant and had tried a number of shampoos, Erkkie introduced me to her own series of cleansers and shampoos which took care of my problem.
The many patients what we have mutually cared for over the years have universally loved her and benefitted from her expertise. It is indeed a pleasure to be able to write this forward to her latest monograph.
BRIAN M.
This letter is written to endorse Ms. Erkkie Wells’ professional hair treatments as a Tricholgist and as a testimonial to the high level of satisfaction I feel in having the good fortune to be referred to her by my doctor. My personal experience consisted of having a scalp condition that was resulting in weak hair follicles and thinning hair.
After several months of treatment with Ms. Wells, my scalp condition cleared up completely, and I have seen new hair growth as well as thicker hair shafts. These benefits to my scalp and hair have continued after treatment ended due to my continued ongoing use of her wonderful hair products.
I was so happy with the scalp treatment that I received from Ms. Wells that I inquired about skin treatment and, subsequently, I look ten years younger with a fresher look. Ms. Wells has also made several suggestions about my diet, and I now monitor the amount of acidic vs. alkaline foods that I consume. Making sure that I eat more alkaline foods has resulted in a reduction of some allergic reactions I was having to some of the foods I consumed.
It is without reservation that I highly recommend Ms. Erkkie Wells for hair and skin treatments. I have found her services to be highly professional and her knowledge in her field to be cutting edge.
CORINNE M.
I am so grateful to have found the Miyohara Clinic following chemotherapy for breast cancer. Prior to chemo, my hair, which is fine, was already quite damaged due to years of frequent styling and coloring. During chemo, I successfully used a Penguin Cold Cap therapy to prevent hair loss. Although I was thrilled that I did not lose my hair (there was some shedding, which was expected), it was left in an extremely fragile and somewhat thinner condition. Two months post-chemo, I began to panic when my hair suddenly started shedding in greater quantities than it ever had during chemo. I had no idea what to do. Research and recommendations from previous cold cap users led me to Erkkie Harris-Wells at Miyohara. I felt reassured from the first moment we spoke on the phone. Somehow I sensed that, despite our locations on opposite coasts, she would be able to help me.
On the phone, she patiently talked my hair stylist through the process of extracting hair follicles to be sent to her for analysis, after which she explained the results, diagnosis, and her recommended protocol to me in great detail. It was quite an education– I learned a great deal about my hair and scalp in that conversation. My job as a Broadway actress in NYC presents some additional hair challenges, as it involves per- forming and perspiring under hot stage lighting, sometimes wearing a wig.
During the months after I started using Mrs. Wells’ hair products and protocol, I noticed that my hair was growing back stronger and healthier. It wasn’t breaking off as easily and actually looked better than it had in years. Several months later, I was traveling in Southern California, and we finally had a chance to meet in person. She spent a great deal of time with me. It was so obvious that she loves what she does, the result of which is to help women regain confidence in themselves, which for me was an important part of restoring my health and my life.
Knowledgeable, Compassionate, Patient, Thorough–these are words I would use to describe Erkkie Harris-Wells. I will be eternally grateful to have found her. My hair is actually much easier to maintain now and looks better (and healthier!) than it has in a long time. Thank you, Erkkie!
BETH A.
One day I woke up and realized that my hair was thinning so badly that I could see my scalp. I literally broke down crying. I immediately made an appointment with my dermatologist who told me there was really nothing anyone could do for thinning hair.
While I waited in the lobby, I came across an article in Orange Coast Magazine about Miyohara International. At last I had hope. When I met with Mrs. Wells, she put me on a program of hair treatments. Within weeks I saw new hair growth. I continued to follow the program for 1 year, and all of my hair has grown back.
I continue to follow a maintenance program and am ecstatic about my continued results. My friends and hairdresser can’t believe it!! As well as my dermatologist!!! Thank you Mrs. Wells and Miyohara International!
