Medivet introduces affordable "in-clinic" Adipose Stem Cell Procedure Kits for veterinarians
HONG KONG, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Medivet HK today announced a major scientific advancement in animal stem cell regenerative therapy for pets and other animals suffering from osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, ligament and cartilage injuries, and many forms of other degenerative diseases.
For the first time, when using Medivet's new, drug-free Adipose Stem Cell Procedure Kit, veterinary practitioners can perform this autologous procedure entirely in their own clinics more quickly, effectively and economically compared to first generation animal stem cell therapy.
Stem cell therapy can lengthen and rejuvenate the quality of life for dogs, cats and horses experiencing arthritis, lameness, pain and a restricted range of motion. Previously, veterinarians were limited to prescribing anti-inflammatory medicine or performing expensive surgery such as hip replacements and other invasive procedures.
"This new technology marks a significant milestone in regenerative veterinary medicine," said MediVet-America spokesman Dr. Mike Hutchinson, D.V.M., a leading practitioner in stem cell therapy who has performed more than 75 Adipose Stem Cell treatments on dogs and cats. "My independent research verifying MediVet's superior results in stem cell count and activation has made me a staunch believer, and I'm excited to share this news with my colleagues.
"We are now able to bring the results of hundreds of millions of dollars of research directly into clinics for our companion animal patients," Hutchinson said. "I believe adult stem cells and MediVet's new application signifies the biggest breakthrough in veterinary medicine I have seen since entering the field 24 years ago.
"This cutting-edge technology is highly important to vet practitioners, because we've discovered that 65 percent of animals may benefit from stem cell regenerative therapy."
How the technology works
Stem cells harvested from the animal's own fatty tissue are administered to accelerate the healing of muscles and joints damaged by injury, disease or degeneration. Following years of research, Medivet's clinical trial results show enhanced stem cell repair using an advanced, patented L.E.D. technology that activates millions of dormant cells already present in an animal's own fat tissue.
Medivet's kit and equipment enable veterinarians to remove a small sample of fat, separate stem cells from the fat, then activate and inject the cells into the affected area.
This unique in-clinic treatment is completed same day-within hours of fat collection-instead of using the old method of shipping samples to an outside laboratory for stem cell extraction and waiting days for the cells to be returned to the vet for injection. Medivet's process delivers higher stem cell counts and a more effective treatment, while sharply reducing costs.
"Now veterinarians can fully perform stem cell therapy in their own practice, achieving up to four times the stem cell count of earlier procedures," said Marc McFarlane, CEO Medivet HK. "It's also a great opportunity to grow a practice while doing what many veterinarians signed on for; to help people's pets lead longer, better lives."
Stem cell therapy for pets and other animals, such as those in the competitive performance equine market, first became commercially available in Australia in 2003, but with expensive treatments, the procedure has been unaffordable for many. Medivet's Adipose Stem Cell Procedure kit costs only HK$3900 to the veterinarian for companion animals, HK$6300 for equine/large animals, and can be performed by a trained technician in less than two hours.
"Practitioners who perform as few as five procedures a week can earn up to an additional HK$2,000,000 annually after an initial investment in Medivet equipment of about HK$50,000" McFarlane said. Veterinarians will be able to obtain the kits conveniently through Medivet HK. For details, go to www.Medivet.hk
Numerous case studies include "Sophie," an 11-year old border collie suffering from severe osteoarthritis in her hips, knee joints and elbows. Sophie had difficulty walking, trotting, and getting in and out of the car. Drugs provided only minor relief. Just one month after the Medivet stem cell treatment, Sophie can run, jump and enjoy life. Her owner said, "I have my old dog back again!"
For more information about Medivet and its Adipose-Derived Stem Cell Procedure Kit, please visit www.medivet.hk
NOTES TO EDITOR
Medivet
Medivet Hong Kong is part of a global leader in veterinary science, MediVet Pty Ltd, which provides innovative drug-free products for the therapeutic care of animals. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with locations in the United States, Canada, Great Britain, Hong Kong and other countries, Medivet develops advanced cellular treatments and natural herbal remedies designed to maximize animal performance, recovery and breeding. Medivet's new Adipose-Derived Stem Cell Procedure Kit is a major scientific advancement in animal stem cell regenerative therapy that offers an economical solution for owners of pets suffering from osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, ligament and cartilage injuries and similar ailments. www.medivet.hk
Dr Mike Hutchinson D.V.M., P.C.
A leading practitioner in stem cell therapy, Dr. Mike Hutchinson, D.V.M., P.C. is a highly sought after speaker at national and international veterinary conferences on the uses of animal stem cells. He has performed more than 60 Adipose-Derived Stem Cell procedures on dogs and cats, among his 20,000 surgeries in 24 years of practicing veterinary medicine. A veteran of more than 250 media interviews, Dr. Mike is a regular guest veterinarian on KDKA-TV's "Pittsburgh Today Live," and co-host of "Animal General with Dr. Mike" on powerhouse radio station KDKA-AM. In 2009, he was presented with the "Rising Star Award" from the Veterinary News Network.
For volunteering his time and experience, Dr. Mike has received numerous awards from breed clubs, the Cat Fanciers' Association and Pioneers for Animal Welfare Society (PAWS). He was named to an honorary position on the Board of Directors of the prestigious Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary for his work with wildlife and received a distinguished service award for 12 years as veterinarian for the Nassau County, New York Mounted Police Force in Eisenhower Park.
Dr. Mike graduated from the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Animal Bioscience, and earned his D.V.M. degree from the Iowa State University School of Veterinary Medicine. Owner of Animal General of Cranberry, near Pittsburgh, he is married and the father of five children.
