Hong Kong doctor, clinic operator held over illegal hair transplant procedures

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Oscar LiuFebruary 26, 2026 at 04:27 PM

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A Hong Kong doctor and clinic operator were arrested on Thursday for allegedly performing unlicensed, high-risk hair transplant procedures. Authorities raided a Causeway Bay clinic after receiving a tip that it was offering Regenera Activa (RGA) treatment without the required day procedure center license. During the operation, medical devices, patient records, and instruments used for RGA procedures were seized. The doctor is suspected of performing high-risk medical procedures without a license, failing to act in the best interests of patients. The Department of Health is continuing its investigation and has referred the case to the Medical Council.

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Cameron Commercial Centre 60% Hennessy Road 60% Medical Council 60% Regenera Activa (RGA) ×370% Causeway Bay 70% Police 70% Department of Health ×280% Hong Kong 90%

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