Dr. Akira Takeda

Dr. Akira Takeda is an Emeritus Professor at Kitasato University and a recognized authority in aesthetic plastic surgery and hair regenerative medicine in Japan. After graduating from the University of Occupational and Environmental Health in 1985, he joined the Department of Plastic Surgery at Kitasato University and steadily advanced through academic and clinical leadership positions. He later served as Lecturer and Associate Professor before becoming Professor and Chair of the Department of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery at Kitasato University School of Medicine in 2014. Dr. Takeda also completed a Clinical Fellowship in Plastic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in the United States, strengthening his international surgical experience. His expertise spans hair medicine, aesthetic surgery, trauma reconstruction, laser medicine, and regenerative hair therapies. He previously served as a board member of the Japanese Society of Clinical Hair Science and continues to contribute actively to the advancement of hair regenerative medicine. Since 2025, he has served as Attending Physician for Aesthetic & Hair Regeneration Medicine at Tokyo Relife Clinic. MD – University of Occupational and Environmental Health (1985) Advanced academic and clinical training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinical Fellowship in Plastic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, USA (2000)