Physicians Medical Professionals Umbilical Cord Blood Program

Caregivers

We know that as a physician or healthcare professional you work very hard to stay apprised of emerging medical developments. We want to ensure that you have access to thorough and current information about cord blood banking to provide to your patients.

Cord Partners has designed this section of our website as a comprehensive resource for you, your staff and patients who seek more information about cord blood stem cells. Here you will find information on their uses and benefits as well as the collection and storage processes.

"The stem cells found in the umbilical cord are starter cells [immature cells that duplicate once transplanted], which give them enormous potential for applications in gene therapy and regenerative medicine," says Peter Weiss, M.D., an OBGYN in Beverly Hills, Calif., and an assistant clinical professor at the UCLA School of Medicine. "They can help build the immune system, improve the heart and regenerate blood tissue"
Fit Pregnancy, August-Sept, 2003 by Katherine Silberger