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Mary Perrin1,2, Teresa Kim1,2, Rodica Stan1,3
1Alpha Stem Cell Clinic, City of Hope, Duarte, California, USA.
Stem Cells Translational Medicine
|November 7, 2017
Summary
Establishing a stem cell clinic requires interdisciplinary collaboration. A key success factor was integrating a "hybrid nurse" role combining clinical care and research expertise to accelerate stem cell therapy trials.
Area of Science:
- Regenerative Medicine
- Clinical Trials
- Stem Cell Therapy
Background:
- The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine established the Alpha Stem Cell Clinics Network to expedite stem cell-based therapies.
- This report details the process of establishing an Alpha Stem Cell Clinic at City of Hope.
Discussion:
- Successful clinic implementation involved significant collaboration with existing clinical trial units and nursing administration.
- The creation of new institutional positions was necessary for integration.
- Defining the "hybrid nurse" role, possessing both clinical care and research competencies, was central to the clinic's success.
Key Insights:
- Interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial for establishing specialized clinical research units.
- The "hybrid nurse" model effectively bridges clinical care and research, accelerating therapeutic development.
- Streamlining integration into existing healthcare structures is vital for operational efficiency.
Outlook:
- This model can inform the development of other stem cell clinics, enhancing the translation of regenerative medicine research.
- Further research into optimizing hybrid roles can improve clinical trial efficiency and patient outcomes.
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