Dr. Craig Barton, MD
Chief Medical Officer – AlviArmani International
Medical Director – AlviArmani Salt Lake City
Global Leader in Vitruvian FUE Hair Transplant | Expert in Maximus FUE™ Mega Sessions
Where World-Class Artistry Meets Medical Precision in FUE Hair Restoration
Dr. Craig Barton is a globally recognized hair transplant surgeon and Chief Medical Officer of AlviArmani International. Based at the brand’s state-of-the-art Salt Lake City center, Dr. Barton delivers more than surgical results—he delivers transformation.
He personally performs each step of every procedure, blending medical precision with artistic vision to create hairlines that are undetectably natural and distinctly bespoke. In an industry increasingly led by machines and technicians, Dr. Barton offers something rare: physician-led craftsmanship, guided by an intuitive understanding of symmetry, density, and individual aesthetic harmony.
Rooted in Utah. Respected Worldwide.
Born and raised in the state of Utah, Dr. Barton’s journey into elite hair restoration was shaped by a lifelong pursuit of precision. With a Bachelor of Arts in Chinese, fluency in Mandarin, and early work in construction, landscape design, and fine woodworking, he developed a meticulous eye for symmetry, flow, and spatial harmony—an aesthetic foundation that continues to inform his work with every individual hair follicle he places.
For Dr. Barton, the transition to Vitruvian FUE™ was not a technical leap—it was instinctual. The Vitruvian method, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s golden proportions, demands an artistic fluency in balance and facial geometry. These are skills Dr. Barton cultivated long before medicine. Today, that innate sensibility enables him to visualize and design hairlines that look not only natural—but inevitable.
Craig Barton, MD
Recommended by The American Hair Loss Association
Academic Excellence & Surgical Expertise
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MD – University of Utah School of Medicine
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Residency – University of South Alabama
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Fellowships – Bayfront Health St. Petersburg & Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
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Advanced FUE Fellowship – AlviArmani Beverly Hills under Dr. Baubac Hayatdavoudi
As a board-certified physician and dedicated hair transplant surgeon, Dr. Barton is extensively trained in Vitruvian follicular unit extraction and long-range custom treatment planning, ensuring a seamless aesthetic result today and strategic preservation for tomorrow.
The AlviArmani Standard: Surgical Integrity. Aesthetic Harmony.
Maximus FUE™: Exclusive Large-Session Hair Restoration
Dr. Barton is one of the few physicians globally who performs Maximus FUE™ sessions—comprehensive restorations of 4,000+ grafts in a single day. This is a completely different procedure from traditional strip surgery or technician-assisted methods. Every incision, every placement, every density gradient is handcrafted by Dr. Barton.
Physician-Led, Always
AlviArmani does not outsource surgical artistry. There are no robotic devices. No technicians taking over mid-procedure. Dr. Barton performs every extraction and incision personally, with unparalleled attention to angle, depth, and direction.
Luxury Planning with Full Transparency
During your private virtual consultation, you’ll receive a full detailed quote, projected timelines, and tailored guidance around graft counts, desired result, amounts of grafts, risk of infection, and likelihood of future hair loss—all with the discretion and clarity our patients expect.
A Global Legacy. A New Era of Leadership.
Dr. Barton stands on the shoulders of pioneers:
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Dr. Antonio Alvi Armani, the visionary who introduced artistry to FUE hair transplantation in North America
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Dr. Baubac Hayatdavoudi, who revolutionized high-density procedures through Maximus FUE™, donor rejuvenation, and proprietary medical protocols
As Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Barton continues their legacy with a refined vision: to restore not just hair, but confidence—through mastery, empathy, and artistic truth.
The Globally Trusted AlviArmani Hair Transplant Clinic
Discerning patients across the world choose AlviArmani not just for superior technology—but for the results, service, and surgeon-led integrity that define elite care.
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#1 Ranked U.S. Hair Transplant Clinic (5 Consecutive Years)
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Global Presence: Beverly Hills, Salt Lake City, Buenos Aires, Montevideo, and Johannesburg
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Pioneers in follicular graft technology, hair restoration techniques, and aesthetic long-term planning
From Denver, Arizona, and Idaho – to Salt Lake City’s Private Surgical Suite
For those exploring a Denver hair transplant, Arizona hair transplant, or Idaho hair transplant, AlviArmani Salt Lake City offers a level of care and refinement that simply does not exist elsewhere.
Patients from Phoenix, Boise, Scottsdale, and Denver routinely travel to undergo procedures with Dr. Barton—not because of proximity, but because of quality. They come for results that whisper confidence—not surgery.
When your hairline is your signature, choose the artist who understands design.
The Art Is in the Result
Photography By Courtesy of Craig Barton, MD
Video: The Architecture of Hairline Design »
Begin Your Transformation
Whether you’re just starting your research or ready to take the next step, schedule a private consultation and experience the AlviArmani difference.
AlviArmani Salt Lake City
9 Exchange Place, Suite 1000
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Call: (866) 607-6220
Schedule: Virtual Consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Dr. Craig Barton different from other hair transplant surgeons?
Dr. Barton leads every procedure himself—from designing your hairline to performing graft extractions and creating recipient sites. He is supported by a highly trained team of AlviArmani technicians who assist in graft preparation and placement under his supervision. This approach ensures each patient benefits from both physician-guided artistry and world-class surgical support. He is one of the few surgeons globally able to perform the Maximus FUE™ technique.
Who will I speak with during my consultation?
Your consultation will be conducted by a member of AlviArmani’s expert hair restoration team, not by Dr. Barton directly. These highly experienced specialists are trained to assess your goals, evaluate candidacy, and design a custom treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. Should you proceed with surgery, Dr. Barton will confirm your assessment, meet you before the procedure, and oversee every aspect personally. AlviArmani providers perform harvesting, incisions, and design, and also participate in the implantation process.
What is Maximus FUE™ and how is it different?
Maximus FUE™ is AlviArmani’s premier high-volume hair restoration procedure, designed to restore 4,000 or more grafts in a single session. This method is ideal for patients seeking comprehensive transformation in a single day, including hairline, temples, and mid-scalp. The procedure is tailored to your facial proportions and density goals, delivering long-term, natural results.
Take A Look At This 6500 GRAFT SINGLE SESSION Maximus FUE Hair Transplant →
Do patients travel from out of state?
Yes. Many of Dr. Barton’s patients travel from Denver, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Boise, and across the Mountain West. These individuals seek the signature AlviArmani aesthetic—refined, natural, and permanent—performed in a luxury surgical setting.
How long will the results last?
Dr. Barton’s surgical approach is built around long-term follicular survival and future-proofed design. By considering the likelihood of future hair loss, he places grafts strategically for coverage that matures naturally over time. With proper care, your results can last for decades. A medley of non-surgical solutions are leveraged to give your follicles the best chance of success.