About
Dr. Achiamah Osei-Tutu is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in hair restoration, medical, surgical, and aesthetic dermatology. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Binghamton University. Her medical degree comes from Stony Brook University School of Medicine, where she earned selection as a Howard Hughes Medical Institute and National Institutes of Health Research Scholar. She completed a medicine internship at Mount Sinai Hospital before entering her dermatology residency at SUNY Health Sciences Center in Brooklyn, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Osei-Tutu brings particular depth to hair loss disorders across all ethnicities, treating conditions from CCCA and alopecia areata to dissecting cellulitis and traction alopecia. She is passionate about the care of melanin-rich and multi-ethnic skin. Her regenerative medicine offerings include PRP, PRFM, exosome therapy, nanofat, and Regenera Activa. She speaks at hair shows, organizes hair loss educational symposia, and partners with stylists across New York. She has authored and coauthored academic publications and actively advances patient education on hair and scalp health. Her practice transitioned to a direct-pay model in December 2020, a move she made to keep her focus squarely on patients.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Binghamton University, Biology
Medical School
Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Residency
Dermatology, SUNY Health Sciences Center - Brooklyn (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Medicine Internship, Mount Sinai Hospital; Howard Hughes Medical Institute / NIH Research Scholar during medical school
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Osei-Tutu right for?
Dr. Osei-Tutu is a strong fit for patients dealing with hair loss of any cause, from androgenetic alopecia to scarring conditions like CCCA or lichen planopilaris. She serves patients with melanin-rich or multi-ethnic skin who want a dermatologist with specialized expertise in that area. Adults seeking surgical hair restoration, including FUT, FUE, or Long Hair FUE, will find her surgical experience directly relevant. Patients with complex or treatment-resistant skin conditions such as melasma, hyperpigmentation, keloids, or acne benefit from her broad dermatologic training. She also serves patients interested in regenerative and cosmetic treatments who prefer a physician-led approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Osei-Tutu treats a wide range of hair loss disorders. These include androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, CCCA, telogen effluvium, frontal fibrosing alopecia, lichen planopilaris, discoid lupus, dissecting cellulitis, acne keloidalis nuchae, traction alopecia, and female and male pattern hair loss. She treats both scarring and non-scarring alopecias.
Yes. Dr. Osei-Tutu holds board certification in dermatology. She completed her dermatology residency at SUNY Health Sciences Center in Brooklyn, where she served as Chief Resident. She also trained at Mount Sinai Hospital and completed NIH-sponsored research during medical school.
Dr. Osei-Tutu earned her medical degree from Stony Brook University School of Medicine. During medical school, she received selection as a Howard Hughes Medical Institute and NIH Research Scholar. She completed a medicine internship at Mount Sinai Hospital and her dermatology residency at SUNY Health Sciences Center in Brooklyn, serving as Chief Resident in her final year.
Yes. Dr. Osei-Tutu performs both Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), including Long Hair FUE. She evaluates each patient thoroughly before recommending a surgical approach. Her hair restoration practice spans surgical and non-surgical options.
Dr. Osei-Tutu offers several regenerative options including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), platelet-rich fibrin matrix (PRFM), extracellular vesicles and exosome therapy, nanofat hair restoration, and Regenera Activa. She selects treatments based on the patient's specific diagnosis and hair loss pattern.
Yes. Dr. Osei-Tutu has a dedicated focus on melanin-rich and multi-ethnic skin. She treats conditions that disproportionately affect skin of color, including CCCA, hyperpigmentation, melasma, keloids, and acne keloidalis nuchae. She brings both clinical training and a deep personal commitment to this area of care.
Dr. Osei-Tutu offers a broad range of cosmetic services including Botox and neuromodulators, dermal fillers, chemical peels, thread lifts, laser hair removal, microneedling, HydraFacial, scalp micropigmentation, and PRX Derm Perfexion. She also provides AquaGold microinfusion and low-level light therapy through the practice's MedSpa.
Yes. Dr. Osei-Tutu uses AI-powered scalp analysis to assess hair density, hair caliber, and scalp condition. This technology supports highly personalized treatment planning for hair loss patients. A standalone AI Scalp Evaluation appointment is available for new patients.
Dr. Osei-Tutu has authored and coauthored academic publications in dermatology. She speaks at hair shows, organizes hair loss educational symposia, and partners with stylists across New York. She also participates in STRAND workshops and contributes to the broader education of hair care professionals.
Yes. Dr. Osei-Tutu offers virtual visits for both hair and skin concerns. New patients and follow-up patients can schedule live video visits or store-and-forward consultations. Virtual visits are available to New York State residents only.
Doctor profile last updated August 17, 2026