#177 - Can Stem Cell Therapy Help Autism? Here's What the Science Says

The rate of autism in the U.S. has gone from 1 in 100 children to 1 in 36 in just 20 years.I was trained as a psychiatrist. I watched these kids not improve for years. Then I discovered stem cell therapy — and everything changed.Autism involves neuroinflammation, immune dysregulation, impaired blood flow to the brain, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Stem cells are uniquely positioned to address all of them.I walk through a 2023 review of 11 clinical studies, 437 patients, and not a single serious adverse event across all trials.And I share three cases from my own clinic that show what is possible when you stop managing the symptoms and start addressing the biology.If you are a parent, a caregiver, or a clinician looking for answers beyond the standard toolbox, this episode is for you.Key Takeaways:00:00 The autism epidemic01:18 Why Dr. Joy left psychiatry02:46 The case that changed everything05:12 Root causes of autism12:52 Mitochondria transfer explained14:22 Case Study 1: 7-year-old girl20:36 Cord cells younger than a newborn22:44 What 11 clinical studies show33:30 Case Study 2: 15-year-old boy39:10 Native vs. expanded cells45:18 Case Study 3: Autism and Crohn's disease48:14 First words in parents' native language🔗 Additional Resources:Visit My ClinicChara Health 🌐 https://chara-health.com📍 9568 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 91311📲 Call (818) 356-8232 or email [email protected] to make an appointment or go to https://www.joykongmd.com and fill out a contact form.✨ Learn more about how to live a long and pain-free life: https://joykongmd.com/✨ Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy/✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/Dr. Joy Kong is a regenerative medicine and anti-aging expert. Her podcast is part of her mission to reduce suffering and elevate happiness. Join us every week for the latest holistic health insights that will help you live a long and pain-free life.