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The stem cell hard sell: my new paper in Stem Cells Translational Medicine

I just published a paper in Stem Cells Translational Medicine on my experience traveling to and attending a stem cell clinic patient recruitment seminar.

It was an intense experience and one where I felt at risk. To some extent it is akin to going into the lion’s den. I didn’t know what reaction I would get if I were recognized by those running the seminar, which in fact did happen. They did not…

Some patients unhappy with stem cell clinics

Screen shot from CBS Chicago TV segment of syringe filled with “stem cells”

Over the years I’ve heard from quite a few patients of stem cell clinics who feel very strongly about their experiences. Some have quite positive views on getting stem cell interventions, while others feel very negatively about the stem cell clinics. I’ve heard more of the latter kind of experience.

People often tell me…

David Brafman Guest Post: A Look Inside a Stem Cell Clinic Infomercial Event

By David Brafman 

With the vast amount of information about stem cells available to the general public, many misconceptions exist regarding stem cells and their potential applications. Paul and other prominent stem cell scientists have done an excellent job of educating the public about the facts regarding stem cells and their potential applications. Nonetheless, over the past several years there…