Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
Stem Cell Treatments in Michigan by Condition
Stem cell treatments organized by condition, from knee and shoulder to spine, tendon, and foot problems, at our Rochester Hills and Grand Rapids clinics.
★ 4.7 Google rating · Board-certified physicians · Rochester Hills & Grand Rapids
How do stem cell treatments work?
Stem cell treatments use your own cells, which our physicians collect most often from bone marrow, concentrate in our lab, and place into the injured area to support healing. Patients consider them for conditions such as disc conditions, osteoarthritis, tendinitis, and rotator cuff injuries. Results vary by patient.
Stem cell treatments use your own cells, most often from bone marrow, to support healing in injured joints, tendons, and other soft tissue. The Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine provides them at our Rochester Hills clinic and Grand Rapids office. This page is organized by condition, so you can see which options may apply to you. For an overview of the procedure itself, see stem cell therapy in Michigan.
Knee and Hip
Osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and cartilage wear are the most common reasons patients ask about stem cell treatments. See stem cell therapy for knees and stem cell therapy and hip replacement.
Shoulder
Rotator cuff injuries, labral tears, and shoulder arthritis may be evaluated. Learn more about shoulder pain treatment.
Spine and Neck
Some spinal disc conditions, facet joint pain, sacroiliac (SI) joint problems, and lingering neck pain after whiplash may be considered after imaging review. See back pain treatment.
Tendons, Feet, and Ankles
Tendinitis, Achilles tendon injuries, bursitis, and plantar fasciitis are common soft tissue conditions we evaluate. Read about Achilles tendon injuries and foot and ankle pain.
Nerve Pain
Some patients with peripheral neuropathy ask about regenerative options. See stem cell therapy for neuropathy for an honest look at what is known.
How Treatments Work
Your physician collects your own cells, most often from bone marrow and in some cases from adipose (fat) tissue, prepared within FDA rules. Our in-house lab concentrates and analyzes them, and your physician places them under ultrasound or fluoroscopic (x-ray) guidance. Results vary, and not every condition is a good fit.
Schedule a Consultation
Call (248) 216-1008 for our Rochester Hills clinic or (616) 288-1109 for our Grand Rapids office.
Conditions
Conditions Our Physicians Evaluate
Knee, hip, shoulder, spine, tendon, and foot conditions are the main areas we evaluate for stem cell treatments.
Knee arthritis and old injuries can limit walks and stairs. An exam shows which options fit.
Shoulder symptoms can come from tendons, the joint or nerves, so diagnosis comes first.
Back discomfort does not always start in a disc. Careful evaluation guides the next step.
Hip, elbow and ankle concerns are reviewed with your history, exam and imaging.
Lingering problems after a sports injury or car accident get a full evaluation.
Neuropathy, tendinitis, plantar fasciitis and more. Browse every condition we evaluate.
Patient reviews
What Our Patients Say
In Their Words
We were amazed at how thorough the explanation of the recommended procedure was. I knew just what would happen and what I was agreeing to.
Steve G. Regenerative medicine patient
This doctor is very professional, using layman’s terms and taking his time with my parents to fully explain everything, and in answering all our questions!
Rosanna Windsor, Ontario · Family of a stem cell patient
Dr Nabity answered every question/concerns I had prior to the procedure in detail. If you leave a message for him he always calls you back himself.
Connie H. New Baltimore, MI · Stem cell patient
Excerpts from our patient testimonials.
Individual results vary. Reviews reflect each patient’s own experience.
Your visit
Your Path to Treatment
Most visits follow four simple steps. Our team guides you through each one and answers questions along the way.
1. Consultation
Meet your physician, talk through your symptoms, and review your history and goals.
2. Diagnosis & Imaging
Ultrasound or other imaging helps identify the source of your pain.
3. Treatment
If stem cell therapy fits your condition, your physician collects and concentrates your cells and places them under image guidance in the same visit.
4. Follow-Up
Check-ins track your progress and adjust your plan as needed.
Insurance & cost
Insurance, Self-Pay, and Clear Pricing
We accept many major insurance plans for consultations, testing, and many spine and joint procedures. Regenerative treatments such as PRP and stem cell therapy are usually self-pay, so you get a clear estimate before you decide.
Usually billed to insurance
- Consultations and office visits
- EMG and nerve testing
- Epidural, facet, and SI joint injections
- Nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and nerve stimulators
Usually self-pay
- PRP and stem cell therapy (BMAC)
- Prolotherapy
- PRP hair restoration
- Stem cell banking
Self-pay options include prompt-pay discounts, payment plans, and HSA or FSA funds for eligible expenses.
Plans we accept
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UMR coming soon. Blue Care Network plans require a referral. Coverage varies by plan and service, so call Rochester Hills (248) 216-1008 or Grand Rapids (616) 288-1109 and we will check your benefits.
Why patients choose MCRM
- Board-certified physicians Every procedure is performed by a board-certified physician, not a technician.
- Image-guided precision Ultrasound or fluoroscopic (x-ray) guidance places treatment exactly where it is needed.
- Your own cells, prepared on site Platelets and bone marrow cells are processed in our in-house lab during your visit.
- Results we track We have reported patient outcomes to the DataBiologics registry since 2019.
- Clear, upfront pricing Itemized estimates before treatment, prompt-pay discounts, and payment plans.
- Physicians who teach physicians Our doctors teach orthobiologic courses and helped write national back pain guidelines.
Our physicians
Meet Your Care Team
Thomas Nabity, MD
Board-certified physician
John Santa Ana, DO
Board-certified physician
Robert Farhat, DO
Board-certified physician
Kevin M. Nemeth, MD
Board-certified physician
John Steele, MD
Board-certified physician
Christopher Hannasch, DO
Board-certified physician
Credentials & memberships
Training You Can Look Up
Board certification shows a physician completed specialty training and passed independent exams. Our physicians go further, with added certifications and memberships in orthobiologics, musculoskeletal ultrasound and electrodiagnostic medicine. Each program is run by an independent organization, so you can see exactly what it requires.
PM&R Board Certification
Board certification in physical medicine and rehabilitation, the specialty focused on restoring function.
Pain Medicine Board Certification
Board certification in pain medicine, covering evaluation and treatment of complex pain conditions.
IOF Certification Courses
Advanced knee, hip and spine certification courses in image-guided orthobiologic procedures.
IOF Instructors & Training Hub
Our physicians teach other doctors as IOF instructors, and our Rochester Hills clinic hosts training.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Certified in diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, the imaging used to guide our treatments.
Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Board certification in electrodiagnostic medicine, the specialty behind EMG and nerve testing.
American Academy of PM&R
The national society for physiatrists, physicians focused on restoring movement.
Interventional Pain (ASIPP)
A society that sets education and practice standards for interventional pain medicine.
Orthopaedic Medicine (AAOM)
A physician group focused on non-surgical musculoskeletal care, including prolotherapy.
DataBiologics Registry
We report patient outcomes to a national orthobiologics registry to track results over time.
Patient stories
Hear From Our Patients
Patients describe their own experiences with care at the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine. Individual results vary.
Patient Testimonial
Patient Testimonial
FAQ
Stem Cell Treatment Questions
Answers to common questions from Michigan patients. Your physician can address your specific situation during a consultation.
What is the difference between stem cell therapy and stem cell treatments?
They describe the same approach. This page is organized by condition, while our stem cell therapy page explains the procedure.
Which conditions are the best fit?
It depends on your diagnosis and imaging. Osteoarthritis and tendon injuries are among the conditions most often evaluated.
Where do the cells come from?
Our physicians most often use your own bone marrow, usually collected from the back of the hip. In some cases, your physician may discuss using your own adipose (fat) tissue, prepared within FDA rules.
Is stem cell therapy FDA approved for my condition?
It depends on the condition and the product. The FDA has approved certain blood-forming stem cell products for limited uses, and many regenerative treatments are not FDA approved for specific conditions. Your physician will explain the status and the evidence for your situation.
Is the procedure done in one visit?
Yes. Cells are collected, processed in our in-house lab, and placed during the same outpatient visit, which typically takes about two hours.
Will I be awake during the procedure?
Most procedures use only a local anesthetic, such as lidocaine. IV sedation is available when appropriate.
How is the injection guided?
Our physicians use ultrasound or fluoroscopic (x-ray) imaging to place cells in the intended tissue.
What conditions are evaluated for stem cell therapy?
Common examples include osteoarthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, rotator cuff injuries, plantar fasciitis, and some spinal disc conditions. Your physician confirms the diagnosis first.
Where are your clinics?
We have a clinic at 355 Barclay Circle, Suite A, Rochester Hills, MI 48307, (248) 216-1008, and an office at 1000 E. Paris Ave SE, Suite 221, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, (616) 288-1109.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Call (248) 216-1008 or use the short form on this page to request a consultation.
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Watch the replay of our physicians’ webinar on choosing between PRP and stem cell therapy.
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Our locations
Visit Our Michigan Clinics
Rochester Hills Clinic
355 Barclay Cir, Suite A
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Grand Rapids Clinic
1000 E. Paris Ave SE, Suite 221
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Areas we serve
Stem Cell Treatments Across Michigan
Patients visit our Rochester Hills and Grand Rapids clinics from across Michigan.
