Our Trichologists
Trichology consultations are available at our Harley Street Clinic on Wednesdays and Saturdays, strictly by appointment only. Consultations are provided by a selected team of fully registered Institute of Trichologists practitioners, all practising in accordance with the Institute’s professional and ethical standards.
Shirley McDonald FIT
Shirley McDonald is an experienced Consultant Trichologist with over 30 years of experience. Her research on scarring hair loss earned her a Fellowship from the Institute of Trichologists (IOT) and she is currently advancing her knowledge by pursuing a PhD in Biomedical Science.
Shirley’s aim is to employ a holistic approach to treatment that considers lifestyle, diet, and hair care, catering to all hair types, including Afro-textured hair. In addition to her clinical practice, Shirley serves as a clinical tutor and is a Board Director, representing the IOT on the Dermatology Council for England and was previously Chair of Ethics. Her expertise has been highlighted in numerous publications, including the Metro newspaper, Black Hair magazine, and Business Insider, and she has made several appearances on news segments for BBC and ITV.
Samantha Stewart RIT
Samantha qualified with distinction from the Institute of Trichologists in 2018, earning the prestigious John Firmage Award for Distinction. Her career in trichology began over 32 years ago at The Spencer Clinic, where she started as an assistant trichologist working closely with Mr. Richard Spencer (RIT).
Driven by a lifelong passion for learning, Samantha joined the clinical training team at the Institute of Trichologists in 2019 and went on to become a member of the Board of Directors in 2021.
Deeply committed to promoting accurate, science-based information about hair and scalp disorders, Samantha is a trusted media expert whose insights have been featured in publications such as Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, The Stylist, and the Daily Mail.
Her enthusiasm for trichology has taken her across the UK, delivering educational training to hair professionals in collaboration with the Institute of Trichologists, Wella, and Nioxin, as well as partnering with leading haircare brands as an expert educator.
