If you, like many people, prefer to use the services of a qualified doctor to perform your laser hair removal, New York City has an abundance of highly qualified dermatologists (the preferable specialty for laser hair removal) for you to choose from. A dermatologist who specializes in hair removal treatment is not your only choice though, there many spas, clinics or independent technicians, who not only specialize in this treatment, but many are more experienced in this area of treatment because it is the only procedure they perform, and they do this day and day out.

Many people are more comfortable choosing a doctor to perform their procedure because they are medically trained, so that if anything goes wrong during their laser hair removal treatment (the risks are minimal whoever you choose), they can be certain that they will get the best care available. Although using the services of a qualified doctor reduces the risk to the absolute minimum, it will probably be your most expensive option, and only you can decide whether the extra cost is justified.

Where should you look to choose a doctor for your laser hair removal? New York City is a great place to start, because the doctors here probably have more experience than almost anyone anywhere in the world. The treatment has become so popular recently, particularly in metropolitan areas, that tens of thousands of these treatments have been completed successfully.

When you choose a doctor, make sure he/she is board certified in dermatology - dermatology is the preferable specialty for this type of treatment. Once you have chosen your doctor, you will be invited to attend a pre-treatment consultation where you will discuss your medical history, your expectations of the treatment, and your doctor will work out a personalized treatment plan with you. Take this opportunity to ask as many questions as you wish, and talk to your doctor about any last minute concerns you might still have - you can still change your mind at this stage.

The question is asked regularly about who is the best doctor to consult, and it is a difficult question to answer. If I am completely honest, I think it is the wrong question to ask. I believe you should be asking "who is the best doctor for me". You might be looking for a quick answer to that question, one name who you can call and make an appointment, but I wouldn't be doing you any favors if I did that.

There is no shortcut to choosing a doctor, you will have to do your research, and you will have to talk to all the practices that you shortlist. In my experience that is the only way you will get a feel for who is right for you - information is key, so make your shortlist, write out a set of questions you want to ask, and call each doctor or clinic individually and make your decision that way. You will be glad you did.

If you are determined only to have a doctor carry out your laser hair removal, New York City has some of the best in the world and it is a great place to start your search