DR. Natrada Prateep (DR. Pinky)

─── ABOUT THE DOCTOR ───

Background and inspiration

How does studying biology before pursuing medicine help deepen the doctor’s understanding of the body’s regenerative mechanisms?
Earning a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Southwestern University gave the doctor a systematic understanding of living organisms and cellular mechanisms across humans, plants, and animals. Building on this foundation through medical studies at Our Lady of Fatima University further developed an understanding of the body’s regenerative mechanisms at the cellular level, as well as how the body functions as a whole.
Why did you choose to further your studies in Anti-Aging Medicine, stem cells, and hair care?
The journey began with a family history of hair loss and thinning hair that has been passed down through generations. This made the doctor aware of the risk of experiencing similar concerns. After graduating from medical school, the doctor developed a particular interest in Anti-Aging Medicine, stem cells, and hair care in order to apply this knowledge to personal health, family care, and targeted patient care.

Philosophy and approach to patient care

When patients come in for a consultation about hair loss or skin concerns, how do you assess and communicate with them?
Dr. Pinky focuses on creating a friendly and comfortable environment where patients feel at ease and confident enough to openly discuss their concerns. She also takes a holistic approach to treatment, as the condition of the hair and skin can reflect internal health. Chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or protein deficiency can make hair thinning more likely. Therefore, the assessment considers both external and internal factors together.
What does “being healthy and looking youthful” mean to Dr. Pinky?
In today’s context, being youthful is not simply about having a youthful appearance or looking younger. It means taking care of the body at the cellular level, which can be objectively assessed through measurements such as cellular lifespan or telomere length. Dr. Pinky believes that “age is just a number,” and that true health is reflected in the body’s strength and physical function from within.

Areas of specialization: Open rhinoplasty and rib cartilage techniques

How do you assess and plan hair root care or hair transplantation to achieve natural-looking results?
The assessment begins with identifying the underlying causes specific to each patient, followed by designing and planning a treatment approach that suits their anatomy and facial structure naturally. The focus is on maintaining the health of the existing hair roots alongside hair transplantation to achieve sustainable results that best complement each patient’s personality.
How does incorporating Anti-Aging Medicine into skin care help patients see changes?
It helps slow the aging process of skin cells from within. When the cells are healthy, skin concerns such as wrinkles, melasma, dark spots, and scar recovery can be addressed more effectively, helping the skin look healthier, brighter, and more youthful.