Atlanta-Based Hair Transplant Specialist Now Accepting Bitcoin as Payment
Kalos Hair Transplant, a hair restoration practice led by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Benjamin Stong, is now accepting Bitcoin (BTC) as payment for its medical procedures. The Atlanta-based clinic is among the first dedicated hair transplant practices in the United States to formally integrate cryptocurrency into its payment systems.
This strategic decision reflects broader trends in digital finance adoption and represents a rare step within the healthcare sector, where alterative payment models have lagged compared to retail and tech industries.
“Bitcoin is in a class of its own,” Dr. Stong said in a press release. “We’re seeing global adoption, and I believe small businesses have a responsibility to understand the asset and respond to the changing preferences of consumers who increasingly want to transact with it.”
While some healthcare providers have experimented with cryptocurrency, Kalos is taking a distinct stance by limiting its digital payment option exclusively to Bitcoin. The decision reflects Dr. Stong’s conviction in Bitcoin’s superiority as a decentralized, inflation-resistance digital store of value, he said.
The clinic offers support for first-time cryptocurrency users, aiming to ensure a secure and private transaction experience. Kalos also emphasizes that the addition of Bitcoin payments will not alter the clinical care experience, but instead provides another avenue for patients seeking greater flexibility and financial autonomy.
Dr. Stong, who specializes in advanced follicular unit extraction (FUE) techniques, views this integration as more than a payment innovation. He argues it serves as a forward-looking business strategy in an era of economic uncertainty and fiat currency volatility.
“Patients who invest in their appearance through hair restoration also understand the value of long-term thinking," Dr. Stong adds. "Accepting BTC isn't just about convenience—it's a strategic move that aligns our practice with a sounder financial future."