Open AccessChallenging misinformation and engaging patients: characterizing a regenerative medicine consult service
Author(s) -
Cambray Smith,
Charlene Martin-Lillie,
Jennifer Dens Higano,
Leigh Turner,
Sydney Phu,
Jennifer R. Arthurs,
T. J. N. Nelson,
Shane A. Shapiro,
Zubin Master
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
regenerative medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.572
H-Index - 63
eISSN - 1746-076X
pISSN - 1746-0751
DOI - 10.2217/rme-2020-0018
Subject(s) - medicine , misinformation , referral , regenerative medicine , medline , psychological intervention , intensive care medicine , family medicine , nursing , stem cell , biology , political science , law , genetics
Aim: To address the unmet needs of patients interested in regenerative medicine, Mayo Clinic created a Regenerative Medicine Consult Service (RMCS). We describe the service and patient satisfaction. Materials & methods: We analyzed RMCS databases through retrospective chart analysis and performed qualitative interviews with patients. Results: The average patient was older to elderly and seeking information about regenerative options for their condition. Patients reported various conditions with osteoarthritis being most common. Over a third of consults included discussions about unproven interventions. About a third of patients received a clinical or research referral. Patients reported the RMCS as useful and the consultant as knowledgeable. Conclusion: An institutional RMCS can meet patients' informational needs and support the responsible translation of regenerative medicine.