In an effort that has generated more debate than breakthroughs, researchers at the University of California, San Diego Medical Center reported small successes Wednesday in using stem cells to patch ailing hearts.
Embryonic stem cell are considered to be capable of differentiating into any tissue in the body, but are controversial due to the fact a human embryo must be destroyed to obtain them.
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Querube Quirós, M.D.
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Dr. Quirós earned her medical degree from Universidad Latina de Panamá and has experience in antiretroviral therapy, hair implants, and cardiothoracic surgery. She presented on awake craniotomy at the 30th International Neurosurgery Congress and is passionate about regenerative medicine.
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