E280 | Dr. Rafael Gonzalez: The Truth About Stem Cells and How to Build Trust with Patients

Published: June 26, 2023, 5:01 a.m.

We\u2019ve all heard of the medical professionals who guarantee a cure-all for the ailments they treat \u2013 weight loss, hair loss, or pain free joints, you name it \u2013 they promise perfection where we know it can\u2019t exist.\nToday\u2019s conversation was incredibly refreshing because our guest, Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, does the exact opposite.\xa0 He talks about a complex subject \u2013 regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy \u2013 in a grounded, simplified, and no B.S. way.\nDr. Gonzalez, Chief Development & Scientific Officer: TheBioBox & RESTEM, obtained his Ph.D and BS from the University of California, Irvine. In addition to his expertise in degenerative disorders involving the spinal cord, he has extensive experience in stem cell culture and biology, regenerative medicine and maintaining immune health to promote longevity.\nDr. Gonzalez has been in the regenerative medicine sector for more than 20 years. He has several scientific publications, patents in the cell therapeutics-based field, and has worked extensively on secretome/exosome stem cell products. He has also taught, spoken and led many conferences nationwide in the cell therapy and longevity sector.\nIn today\u2019s episode, Dr. Gonzalez not only explains the basics of stem cells, but also answers some tough questions surrounding ethics and building and managing a staff.\xa0 Specifically, we discuss:\nWhat stem cell therapy is and how can it help a variety of people\nHow to manage skeptical clients and deliver reliable results\nHow he differentiates himself to stand out as professional for the right reasons\nThe 3 guiding principles you uses for hiring new staff\nSome of Dr. Gonzalez\u2019s Publications:\nHuman Prenatal Small Intestine Cells as a Valuable Source of Stem Cells and Epithelial Cells: Phenotypic and Functional Characterization. (2014)\nAdministration of autologous bone marrow stem cells into spinal cord injury patients via multiple routes is safe and improves their quality of life: Comprehensive case studies Cell Transplantation. (2008)\nTherapeutic neutralization of CXCL10 decreases secondary degeneration and functional deficit after spinal cord injury in mice. (2007)\nYou can find more publications, information and connect with Dr. Gonzalez on his LinkedIn.\nAnnouncements:\xa0\nThis is your last chance to sign up for our Canton, GA Apprenticeship! Every one of us deals with relationships and human beings in our lives and careers. And when it comes to the messy realities of these things, an ounce of prevention on the front end - by learning to be a more mindful and strategic communicator - is worth a pound of cure. If you want more of these conversations to go your way, if you want to avoid blow ups and other poor outcomes, you need to attend our live Apprenticeship Communication Workshop. Hosted at the PLAE headquarters, this event is going to be well-worth the investment! \xa0Sign up today HERE to get the results you need!\nWe also are gearing up for a HUGE SALE on a number of resources coming up soon.\xa0 If you\u2019re a lifelong learner and someone who is just dedicated to improving, you\u2019re not going to want to miss this.\nBe the first to get all the information you need to take advantage of this opportunity by signing up for our newsletter.\xa0 Our most recent live event discounts offer students 40% off, and military & first responders 10% off.\xa0 These offers are here to stay, so be sure to reach out to us HERE for your customized discount code!\nToday\u2019s episode is brought to you by:\nManscaped:\xa0 As our newest sponsor, Manscaped came in as the unexpected hero during the chaos of our recent move.\xa0 I needed something easy to use and convenient that was going to keep me clean cut and ready to approach my day, no matter what unexpected calls or meetings came up.\xa0 And with Father\u2019s Day approaching quickly, what better gift to give than the highest quality set of men\u2019s grooming products? You don\u2019t have much time, so visit Manscaped.com TODAY and get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code AOCMAN20.