Type "regenerative medicine near me" while in the Las Vegas valley and you get a map full of pins. Some are wellness centers like ours. Others are medical offices, med spas and practices that sell one product under a broad heading. All of them say "regenerative."
This article gives you a short framework for telling them apart, covers the geography of the valley, and shows how regenerative medicine works at GIOSTAR in Henderson.
What regenerative medicine covers
Regenerative medicine is the branch of medicine that works with the body's own cells and the signals those cells send. At wellness centers, it usually means stem cell therapy and exosome therapy, given by injection or IV. For the full background, read what regenerative medicine is.
Because the label is broad, two places that both say "regenerative medicine" may offer entirely different things. Look at the service list first.
Regenerative medicine from Henderson to Summerlin
The Las Vegas valley covers a lot of ground, and people searching from Henderson, Green Valley, Southern Highlands, Summerlin or the Strip often land on the same results. A few practical points:
- Distance. Regenerative medicine involves several visits: a consultation, a visit with a provider, treatment day and follow-ups. A convenient location pays off.
- Traffic. A short drive on a weekday morning is different from a long one at 5pm. Check the hours against your calendar.
- Parking. Free parking at the door is a small thing that adds up over several visits.
At GIOSTAR, our Henderson wellness center sits at 2482 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Ste 100. Hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm, Pacific time, closed Sunday. Parking is free right outside the door.
Five things to look for in regenerative medicine
1. A named, licensed provider
Ask who gives the treatment and who oversees care. You should get a name and a license. At GIOSTAR, licensed nurse practitioners give every stem cell therapy and exosome therapy plan, and Dr. Ryan Peterson, our Medical Director, oversees care.
2. A clear source for the cells or particles
Ask where they come from. Stem cells can be your own, taken from bone marrow or fat in a harvest procedure, or from donors. Exosomes are particles released by cells, so ask about the cells they came from.
At GIOSTAR, both come from ethically sourced mesenchymal stem cells from screened donors, from tissue donated after healthy, full-term births, with the mother's consent. We use no embryos, and no harm comes to mother or baby. Each lot comes with a Certificate of Analysis and full traceability.
3. A non-surgical plan, if that matters to you
Ask whether the plan involves surgery, a harvest procedure or an overnight stay. At GIOSTAR, there is no surgery, and you go home the same day. Stem cell therapy takes 1 to 2 hours on treatment day, and exosome therapy is an IV given in about an hour.
4. Your full total, up front
Ask when you get the full cost, and whether it is in writing. At GIOSTAR, your nurse practitioner gives you the full total at your free consultation, before you book. Insurance plans generally do not cover regenerative medicine, so it is self-pay, with monthly payment plans through Cherry for qualified applicants.
5. Follow-up that is actually scheduled
Ask what happens after treatment day. We give written aftercare instructions before you leave, then check in at 2 weeks and every 3 months and adjust your plan with you.
The two services at GIOSTAR
Our regenerative medicine has two services, and your nurse practitioner helps you choose between them.
Stem cell therapy places mesenchymal stem cells into the body by injection into a treatment area or by IV. See what stem cell therapy is.
Exosome therapy gives cell-free exosomes by IV in about an hour, in a standard dose or a larger one. See what exosome therapy is.
Some people start with exosome therapy and step up later, and some plans pair the two in one visit.
What a regenerative medicine visit looks like
Whichever service you choose, regenerative medicine at GIOSTAR follows the same path.
- A free consultation with our patient team, online, by phone or in person, with no obligation.
- A visit with your nurse practitioner in Henderson, who reviews your goals, history and medications, confirms whether you are a candidate and gives you the full total.
- Treatment day in a private room, or in a recliner in our IV lounge for IV visits.
- Aftercare and follow-up, with written instructions and a number to call.
Bring a list of your medications and supplements, any allergies and your health history to your visit.
The clear answers you get at GIOSTAR for regenerative medicine
At GIOSTAR, you get a clear answer to each of the five questions above at your free consultation: who treats you, where the cells come from, what the plan involves, your full total and your follow-up schedule.
A decision like this is worth a week of thought. At GIOSTAR, nothing is scheduled until you say so.
Who regenerative medicine may be right for
Regenerative medicine often suits people who want to stay active and would like to explore it with a licensed provider. Whether it suits you is a question about your own health, answered at your visit by your nurse practitioner. If a simpler option suits you better, our team tells you at your consultation.
For a related guide, read how to find stem cell therapy near you in Las Vegas and Henderson.
Regenerative medicine at GIOSTAR in Henderson
GIOSTAR stands for Global Institute of Stem Cell Therapy and Research. Founded by Dr. Anand Srivastava, GIOSTAR International is part of a network across three countries, and our Henderson wellness center on W. Horizon Ridge Parkway is now open. Start with a free consultation at 702.703.5393, or see every option on our regenerative medicine page.
