ratamientos con células madre en Colombia: guía de todo lo que hace Regencord por tu salud

Introduction: why stem cell treatments are growing in Colombia

More and more people in Colombia are seeking alternatives for chronic diseases, pain that does not improve with usual treatments or diagnoses that seem to have no way out. In this context, regenerative medicine and stem cell therapies have gained prominence as advanced options to support tissue recovery and improve quality of life in different conditions.

Amid this growth, Regencord – Stem Cell and Biotechnology Center, based in Pereira, has become a national reference. For over a decade, its team has supported thousands of patients with neurological, joint, autoimmune and other conditions, integrating high-level biotechnology, an in-house laboratory and rigorous clinical protocols.

This guide helps you understand which health problems Regencord addresses, how its stem cell treatments work and why its care model is different.

What sets Regencord apart from other centers?

A Stem Cell and Biotechnology Center with an in-house laboratory

Regencord is not just a clinic where therapies are applied; it is a stem cell and biotechnology center with a specialized laboratory for processing, quality control and storage of stem cells and derivative products.

Having an integrated lab allows Regencord to:

• Control the traceability of biological material end-to-end.
• Standardize collection, processing and preservation procedures.
• Implement strict quality controls before any clinical use.
• Continuously update and improve protocols as evidence evolves.

In practice, this means you receive therapy in an environment where biotechnology and clinical care are aligned from treatment design through follow-up.

Production under international quality standards

For a stem cell therapy, it is not enough to simply “have cells.” Processing must follow international quality and biosafety standards.

This implies:

• Controlled environments and clean areas for cell handling.
• Verification of viability, identity, purity and sterility of products.
• Systematic documentation and lot-by-lot records.

For you as a patient, this translates into a model where safety is paramount and technology serves responsible medicine.

Extensive clinical experience across multiple areas

Over more than eleven years, Regencord has supported thousands of patients with diverse conditions, including:

• Neurological diseases and spinal cord conditions.
• Joint and spine problems, including degenerative wear and sports injuries.
• Autoimmune diseases.
• Pulmonary, hepatic, renal and cardiovascular conditions.
• Concerns related to aging, skin and aesthetics, as well as sexual and reproductive health.

This cumulative experience enables the design of tailored protocols for each group of conditions, continuous learning from long-term follow-up and ongoing refinement of practice.

The main stem cell treatment areas at Regencord

To make it easier to understand how regenerative medicine can help, Regencord organizes its services into major health areas. Each groups different diseases or conditions that share a common axis.

Brain and spinal cord: neurological diseases and nervous system injuries

Patients with central and peripheral nervous system diseases and injuries are evaluated in this area. Examples of diagnoses that may be considered for regenerative therapy include:

• Neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., some forms of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s).
• Multiple sclerosis and other demyelinating diseases.
• Sequelae of stroke.
• Spinal cord injuries and neurological trauma.
• Neurodevelopmental disorders in selected contexts.

The goal is not to “erase” the disease but to support functional recovery, modulate inflammation and foster repair processes, always within what the evidence and each person’s clinical status allow.

Joints and spine: pain, wear and mobility

Joint degeneration, chronic pain and musculoskeletal injuries are common reasons for consultation. Cases evaluated include:

• Osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, shoulder and other joints.
• Injuries of cartilage, tendons and ligaments.
• Spinal conditions with disc or facet involvement.
• Post-operative sequelae with persistent pain or limitation.

Stem cell therapies aim to modulate inflammation, support tissue repair and improve function.

Sports: injuries and return to activity

In athletes or active individuals, soft-tissue injuries can affect performance. This line of care addresses:

• Ligament and tendon injuries from overuse or trauma.
• Microtears that fail to heal adequately.
• Sequelae of sprains, partial tears or prior surgeries.

The objective is to promote high-quality recovery and a progressive return to activity, coordinated with rehabilitation and sports medicine.

Aging: frailty and functional decline

Aging may bring extreme fatigue, loss of strength, decreased muscle mass and a sense of “low reserve.”

• Frailty syndrome and accelerated functional decline.
• Comorbidities that together affect quality of life.
• Older adults aiming to maintain independence and autonomy.

Therapies focus on supporting functional reserve, modulating chronic inflammation and improving day-to-day capacity, alongside lifestyle changes.

Skin and aesthetics: cutaneous regeneration and hair health

Skin and hair can also benefit from biotechnology advances. This area includes:

• Photoaging (spots, texture, firmness).
• Sequelae of scars and some hard-to-heal wounds.
• Support for hair health in selected contexts.

In addition to stem cells, biotechnology derivatives may be considered per medical criteria and applicable regulations.

Autoimmune diseases

The immune system may lose the ability to distinguish self from non-self and attack the body’s own tissues. Cases considered include:

• Systemic lupus erythematosus.
• Rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory arthritides.
• Some forms of inflammatory bowel disease.
• Systemic sclerosis and other connective tissue diseases.

Mesenchymal stem cells have potent immunomodulatory effects and, in selected contexts, may help regulate immune response as part of a comprehensive strategy.

Organs and tissues: heart, liver, kidney and other systems

This group includes conditions affecting vital organs where the role of stem cells and biotechnology is under active investigation:

• Chronic liver disease from various causes.
• Selected forms of cardiovascular disease with tissue damage.
• Chronic kidney involvement.
• Pulmonary damage in different contexts.

The approach is highly individualized, carefully weighing overall status, comorbidities and the evidence for each indication.

What to expect from a stem cell treatment

Realistic goals: better function, symptoms and quality of life

Clear expectations are essential. Stem cell therapies are not magic solutions and do not instantly replace all prior treatments.

In general, goals focus on:

• Improving symptoms such as pain, fatigue or stiffness.
• Supporting functional recovery in daily activities.
• Slowing or stabilizing disease progression in specific contexts.
• Fostering better quality of life and autonomy.

Results may vary from person to person. That is why a prior medical assessment and structured post-therapy follow-up are so important.

Indications, contraindications and eligibility criteria

Not everyone is a candidate. Considerations include:

• Main diagnosis and disease stage.
• Age and overall functional status.
• Presence of other conditions (cardiovascular, renal, hematologic, etc.).
• Previous and current treatments.
• Realistic benefit–risk balance and expectations.

There are also contraindications (e.g., active infection, certain active cancers or uncontrolled bleeding disorders). These are reviewed individually.

How the treatment process works at Regencord

1. Complimentary medical evaluation
   Schedule an in-person or virtual visit to review your concerns, history, prior tests and initial questions.
2. Detailed review of history and tests
   The team analyzes your case, may request additional studies and, when appropriate, discuss it with other specialists.
3. Personalized protocol definition
   Based on your diagnosis, the team defines the type of stem cells or biotech products, route of administration, number of applications and whether to combine them with other therapies or rehabilitation.
4. Application procedure
   The therapy is performed in a controlled environment with safety protocols and immediate monitoring.
5. Post-procedure controls and long-term follow-up
   Follow-up visits are scheduled to assess response, adjust treatments and document progress.

Safety, quality and evidence: why where you receive care matters

Discussing stem cells necessarily means discussing safety and quality. Growing interest has also opened the door to offers without sufficient scientific support or adequate controls.

At Regencord, safety rests on three pillars:

• Specialized laboratory and standardized processes
  From collection to application, every step is protocolized and documented.
• Quality controls for biological materials
  Identity, viability and sterility are verified before clinical use.
• Ongoing, evidence-based updates
  Continuous review of studies and guidelines to adjust indications, combining local experience with recent literature.

Structured follow-up enables generation of real-world data that feed back into practice, under ethical and confidentiality principles.

Why Regencord is a reference center for stem cell treatments in Colombia

• Over a decade of continuous experience in regenerative medicine.
• Thousands of patients treated across neurological, joint, autoimmune and other areas.
• In-house biotechnology laboratory ensuring traceability and quality control.
• Interdisciplinary team integrating medicine, biology, biotechnology and rehabilitation.
• Training and ongoing updates with a focus on protocol improvement.
• Care for patients from across Colombia and abroad, with virtual coordination when applicable.

The focus is to support you with clear information, responsible decisions and close follow-up.

Next steps: how to know whether a stem cell treatment is for you

If you have a neurological, joint or autoimmune disease, specific organ damage or a condition that has not responded as expected to other treatments, it is natural to wonder whether regenerative medicine can help you.

The only responsible way to answer is through a personalized medical evaluation that reviews your case end-to-end. From there, the Regencord team can tell you:

• Whether you are a candidate for a stem cell therapy.
• What type of treatment could be considered and with what objectives.
• What steps to follow and what to expect in terms of timelines, follow-up and potential outcomes.

Frequently asked questions about stem cell treatments at Regencord