John Michael Gerard Abenojar, M.D., FPAPRAS
Hair Transplant & Plastic Surgeon
John Michael Gerard Abenojar, M.D., FPAPRAS, is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and hair restoration Read More
Training & Experience
Dr. Abenojar has several years of focused experience in plastic surgery and hair restoration, performing both surgical and non-surgical procedures for aesthetic and reconstructive concerns.
He practices at leading hospitals and centers including Makati Medical Center, Asian Hospital and Medical Center, and The Medical City–South Luzon. His work spans hair transplantation, facial aesthetics, reconstructive surgery, and body contouring, allowing him to address the full spectrum of appearance-related concerns with a comprehensive, artistic mindset.
- Dr. Abenojar earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of the East–Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center. He then completed his internship at the Philippine General Hospital, followed by general surgery residency and a plastic surgery fellowship at Makati Medical Center. This structured path provided intensive exposure to complex surgical cases, refinement of microsurgical skills, and deep experience with soft-tissue handling and scar management—skills that translate directly into his hair restoration work.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Abenojar performs Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) hair transplants for patients who want a minimally invasive solution with no linear donor scar. In FUE, individual follicular units are harvested from a stable donor zone and then carefully implanted into thinning or balding areas. This technique is ideal for patients who prefer to wear their hair short, want flexibility in styling, or wish to avoid a strip scar.
As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Abenojar pays close attention to the direction, angle, and density of each graft. He designs hairlines that respect age, ethnicity, and facial shape, using finer single-hair grafts at the front and fuller groupings behind for a soft, natural transition. His training in delicate soft-tissue handling helps protect grafts and support excellent survival rates.
Technologies Used by John Michael Gerard Abenojar, M.D., FPAPRAS
ATERA® FUE System
At maxim hair restoration, Dr. Abenojar has access to advanced FUE platforms such as the ATERA® FUE system. Designed to keep follicles hydrated and gently handled throughout the extraction Read More
Hybrid Manual + Robotic Workflow
Dr. Abenojar practices within a workflow that combines skilled manual techniques with automated or robotic assistance when appropriate. Manual control remains essential for hairline design, Read More
WAW FUE System
The WAW FUE system is a European-designed technology known for its ability to follow the natural curvature of the hair follicle beneath the skin. This is particularly important for patients with wavy, curly, or Read More
Proven Results
Patients who undergo hair restoration with John Michael Gerard Abenojar, M.D., FPAPRAS, consistently highlight two themes in their feedback: natural, aesthetically pleasing results and a smooth, supportive experience from start to finish. Many describe being impressed by how closely the transplanted hair matches their original pattern and by how refined their new hairlines appear Read More
Why Patients Choose John Michael Gerard Abenojar, M.D., FPAPRAS
Physician-Led Expertise
As a board-certified plastic surgeon and hair transplant specialist, Dr. Abenojar personally directs your care. From consultation and planning to anesthesia, donor management, and recipient site design, he is closely involved in each major step. Patients value this physician-led model because it means that every decision is grounded in sound medical judgment, aesthetic sensibility, and a deep understanding of tissue healing and anatomy.
MEGA Session Hair Transplants – Up to 5,000 Grafts
For carefully selected candidates, Dr. Abenojar can participate in or plan high-density MEGA sessions designed to address more extensive hair loss in a single, well-organized procedure day. These sessions may involve up to several thousand grafts and require meticulous planning of donor use, graft handling, and session pacing.
His plastic surgery background helps him navigate these longer procedures with a focus on safety, comfort, and long-term donor preservation. Patients who are traveling from other regions or countries particularly appreciate the ability to achieve significant change in a single visit when appropriate.
Multiple FUE Technologies
Different hair types and scalp conditions call for different tools. Dr. Abenojar’s access to multiple FUE systems—including WAW, ATERA, and other platforms—allows him to adjust punch design, motion, and extraction parameters to match the patient’s hair curl, caliber, and skin characteristics. This flexibility supports lower transection rates, better graft quality, and more consistent results over a broad range of cases.
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John Michael Gerard Abenojar, M.D., FPAPRAS, sees patients at maxim hair restoration clinics in Manila and Cebu, Philippines. These locations serve both local residents and international travelers from across Asia, the Middle East, and Read More
