Quick answer
Before receiving a regenerative therapy, ask who reviews and treats you, where the product comes from, what quality controls it has (certificate of analysis, viability, sterility, traceability), what sanitary licences the laboratory and clinic hold, what evidence exists for your condition, what the risks are, what the total cost includes and how follow-up works. A serious clinic answers clearly and in writing.
Traveling for treatment means you can't easily walk back into the clinic next week. Ask these questions before you book, and expect clear, written answers.
About the people
- Who reviews my case and who applies the therapy? Ask for their name, specialty and medical licence number. In Mexico, it's the cédula profesional, which you can verify in the public registry of the Mexican government.
- Will a doctor review my records before I travel? A clinic that quotes a treatment without seeing your history is selling a product, not practicing medicine.
About the product
- Which laboratory makes it, and what are its COFEPRIS licence numbers?
- Can I see the certificate of analysis of my batch? It should show identity, viability and sterility, and the batch number.
- What exactly will be applied? Cell type, source (for example, Wharton's jelly), dose and route.
About the evidence and risks
- What do clinical trials show for my condition, including negative ones? Be wary of testimonials instead of studies.
- What are the risks, and what happens if I have a reaction after I fly home?
- Is there any condition you would not treat? A trustworthy clinic has limits.
About cost and follow-up
- What does the total cost include? Product, dose, sessions, tests and follow-up, in writing.
- How will follow-up work once I'm home? By whom, how often and through which channel.
Red flags
- The same treatment offered for many unrelated diseases.
- Promises of a cure, or "FDA-approved" claims for these uses.
- Pressure to pay before a medical review.
- Charging you to join a "clinical trial".
At Longevity Clinic we answer all ten questions in writing during your free consultation. Compare clinics with our guide to choosing a stem cell clinic in Mexico.