Scar Healing Institute

What Scar Healing Institute does

Scar Healing Institute (SHI) is a private, founder-owned dermatology practice founded in 2012 by Dr. Salar Hazany, a fellowship-trained Mohs Micrographic Surgeon. The firm specializes exclusively in scar treatment, with a primary focus on acne scar revision and an extended portfolio covering surgical, traumatic, burn, keloid, and hypertrophic scars. Its core offering is the proprietary 5-phase Acne Scar Phase-Out System (SHI SCAN, SHI CROSS, SHI STIM, SHI LIFT, SHI LASE), which integrates chemical reconstruction, subcision using the patented Hazany Liberator device, biostimulatory fillers (Sculptra), and laser resurfacing (Er:YAG, CO2, Q-switched) into a structured treatment protocol. The practice operates two physical offices in Southern California (Beverly Hills at 421 N. Rodeo Drive and Newbury Park) and reports over 3,000 patients treated with a 4.9 Google rating, positioning itself as a referral destination for complex and revision cases.

The business model is a fee-for-service specialty medical practice generating revenue from per-procedure charges for surgical and non-surgical scar treatments, with pricing determined during consultation based on scar severity, treatment complexity, and number of sessions. Patient financing is offered through Cherry, Alphaeon, and CareCredit to broaden affordability. Go-to-market is consultation-driven and surgeon-led across physical clinic locations, supported by content marketing (shi.org, blog), organic social (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube), before/after galleries, and patient testimonials that drive word-of-mouth referrals. The practice is bootstrapped and family-operated, with Dr. Ebrahim Hazany as co-founder, David Hazany as Chief of Operations, and Sarah Hazany PA-C as Director of Clinical Care, and currently employees 11-50 staff across clinical and pre-medical fellow roles.

Name

Scar Healing Institute

Legal name

Scar Healing Institute

Website

https://shi.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Scar Healing Institute is a private, founder-owned dermatology practice founded in 2012 that specializes exclusively in scar revision, primarily acne scars, using a proprietary 5-phase treatment system combining chemical reconstruction, subcision, and laser therapy across two Southern California offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermatological Scar Treatment Services

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLAKACAN

Wound Care & Ulcer Management

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Specialist Medical Practice/Dermatology

SECONDARYHLAAAGAG

Wound Healing & Skin Regeneration (advanced dressings, skin substitutes)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Biotechnology & Biologics/Regenerative Medicine & Tissue Engineering

Keywords

• Acne scar treatment
• Scar revision services
• Dermatological surgery
• Laser skin resurfacing
• Subcision procedures

Headquarters

HQ city

Beverly Hills

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical Procedure Fees: Revenue generated from surgical and non-surgical scar treatment procedures including subcision, CROSS treatments, laser therapy, dermabrasion, punch excision, fillers, and chemical peels. Treatment costs vary based on scar severity, treatment plan complexity, and number of sessions required.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Scar Healing Institute is a dermatology practice specializing in scar revision and acne scar treatment. Services combine proprietary techniques including the SHI CROSS phenol-based chemical reconstruction, subcision using the patented Hazany Liberator device, biostimulatory fillers (Sculptra), laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, chemical peels, punch excision, and steroid injections. The flagship offering is the proprietary 5-step Phase-Out System that addresses acne, surgical, traumatic, burn, keloid, and hypertrophic scars.

Product overview

Scar Healing Institute is a specialized dermatological practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of scar treatment services led by fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon Dr. Salar Hazany. The core offering is the proprietary Acne Scar Phase-Out System, a 5-phase treatment protocol combining SHI CROSS (phenol-based chemical reconstruction), subcision using the patented Hazany Liberator device, biostimulatory fillers (Sculptra), and laser resurfacing. Additional treatments include TCA CROSS, laser skin resurfacing (Er:YAG, CO2, Q-switched), chemical peels, dermabrasion, punch excision, hyaluronic acid fillers (Restylane, Juvederm), and steroid injections. The practice specializes in treating acne scars (ice pick, boxcar, rolling), surgical scars, traumatic scars, keloids, hypertrophic scars, and burn scars. The integrated approach combines bottom-up physical reconstruction (subcision) with top-down chemical reconstruction (CROSS) and laser finishing treatments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SHICROSS: Proprietary phenol-based CROSS treatment formula developed by Dr. Salar Hazany for acne scar treatment, designed to improve on traditional TCA CROSS and phenol CROSS techniques.
• Phase-Out System

Products and services

• Acne Scar Phase-Out System A proprietary 5-phase treatment system combining chemical reconstruction (CROSS), biostimulatory fillers, subcision, and laser therapy to treat acne scars from multiple angles, designed for individuals with acne scarring.
• SHI CROSS Proprietary phenol-based chemical reconstruction treatment that penetrates deeper than traditional TCA CROSS, designed to stimulate collagen and remodel deep acne scars with reduced risk of pigmentation changes. For individuals with acne scarring including darker Fitzpatrick skin types.
• Phenol CROSS Chemical Reconstruction of Skin Scars using phenol agent for deep penetration and enhanced collagen remodeling, particularly effective for severe acne scars in individual patients.
• TCA CROSS Trichloroacetic Acid Chemical Reconstruction of Skin Scars technique using concentrated acid solution to treat ice pick and narrow boxcar acne scars in individual patients.
• Laser Skin Resurfacing Laser treatments using Er:YAG (2940nm), CO2 (10600nm), and Q-switched lasers to resurface scars, stimulate collagen production, and improve skin texture for individual patients with acne or non-acne scarring.
• Subcision Minimally invasive procedure using needles, cannulas, or the patented Hazany Liberator device to release fibrous scar tissue beneath the skin and stimulate collagen growth, for individual patients with depressed or atrophic scars.
• Chemical Peels Light, medium, and deep chemical peels using glycolic acid, phenol, TCA, and Jessner's solution to exfoliate skin and stimulate collagen production for scar improvement in individual patients.
• Dermabrasion Mechanical exfoliating technique using a rotating wire brush or diamond fraise to remove outer skin layers and improve texture and appearance of scars in individual patients.
• Punch Excision Surgical removal of deep, narrow acne scars (ice pick and boxcar types) using a punch tool, replacing indented scars with flatter linear scars for individual patients.
• Hyaluronic Acid Fillers Injectable dermal fillers including Restylane and Juvederm that restore volume beneath depressed scars to lift and smooth skin surface for individual patients with atrophic acne scarring.
• Sculptra (Poly-L-Lactic Acid) Biostimulatory filler injection that stimulates collagen production to restore facial volume and improve skin texture over time for individual patients with acne scarring.
• Steroid Injections Corticosteroid injections (sometimes combined with 5-fluorouracil) used to flatten and soften hypertrophic scars and keloids by breaking down excess collagen in individual patients.
• Scar Revision Comprehensive scar treatment for surgical, traumatic, and burn scars including laser resurfacing, subcision, steroid injections, and surgical revision techniques, offered to individual patients.
• Keloid Scar Treatment Specialized treatment for keloid scars using advanced techniques to reduce thickness, improve texture, and minimize scar growth beyond original wound borders for individual patients.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3000+ patients treated with specialized scar care
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Berman Skin Institute: California-based dermatology practice with multiple locations offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology including laser scar treatment and skin resurfacing. Comparable multi-location regional dermatology model with overlapping scar and laser service lines.
• Dr. Jason Emer Dermatology: Beverly Hills-based cosmetic dermatology practice led by a board-certified dermatologist with strong personal brand and social media presence. Overlaps directly with SHI on premium-positioned aesthetic, scar, and laser treatments in the LA market.
• Celibre Medical: Southern California-based medical practice specializing in laser and injectable treatments for acne scars, wrinkles, and skin conditions. Offers CROSS, subcision, and laser resurfacing similar to SHI, competing directly for the same acne-scar patient demographic in the LA market.
• Sadick Dermatology / UnionDerm: New York-based cosmetic and medical dermatology practice offering advanced laser, filler, and scar revision services. Comparable founder-led specialty practice model with strong brand reputation in aesthetic and scar care, positioned at the premium end of the market.
• Dr. Ava Shamban / AVA MD: Board-certified dermatologist with multi-location practices in Beverly Hills and Santa Monica offering cosmetic and medical dermatology including laser and scar treatments. Comparable founder-led premium dermatology brand in the same LA market.
• Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of NY/NJ: Multi-location dermatology practice offering laser scar revision, skin resurfacing, and cosmetic dermatology. Directly comparable on service mix (laser, fillers, scar revision) and on multi-location specialty dermatology operating model.

Broad incumbents

• LaserAway: US aesthetic dermatology chain offering laser skin treatments, acne scar treatment, and injectables across dozens of locations. Specialized in laser and aesthetic services at scale, with stronger digital marketing but lower clinical specialization than SHI's scar-focused positioning.
• The Dermatology Specialists: Large multi-location dermatology group in New York City offering general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology including acne scar treatment. Broader service portfolio but overlapping scar and laser offerings with greater scale and lower per-patient specialization.
• Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery: One of the largest US dermatology groups with broad medical and cosmetic dermatology services across multiple states. Operates a wider portfolio (medical, surgical, cosmetic) but overlaps with SHI on scar revision, laser, and filler procedures, with substantially more scale and geographic reach.

Regional players

• Marcus Medical Spa: Affluent California-based medical spa offering laser, injectable, and aesthetic treatments. Operates in the same premium West Coast corridor as SHI but with a broader aesthetic focus and less clinical depth on scar revision specifically.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@scarhealinginstitute
• Facebookfacebook.com/Scarhealinginst
• Instagraminstagram.com/scarhealinginstitute
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/scar-healing-institute

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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