How to Verify a Doctor, Consultant or Clinic: A Patient's Guide

How to Verify a Doctor, Consultant or Clinic: A Patient's Guide

If you're considering medical treatment - especially complex or experimental therapies like stem cell procedures - it's essential to verify that your consultant, clinic, and treatment are legitimate.

Below is a list of trusted resources to help you confirm whether a medical professional or organization is properly registered, qualified, and safe.

1. General Medical Council (GMC) - UK Doctors Register

Check if your doctor or medical consultant is licensed to practice in the UK. The GMC register lists every certified doctor and their current status.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/the-medical-register

2. Care Quality Commission (CQC) - Clinic and Hospital Inspections

Search for reports on UK-based clinics and hospitals. This tool helps verify that facilities meet national standards of care.
https://www.cqc.org.uk

3. Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA)

Check if a treatment or therapy is legally approved in the UK. MHRA monitors all licensed treatments, including stem cell procedures.
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/medicines-and-healthcare-products-regulatory-agency

4. Human Tissue Authority (HTA) - Regulation of Cell and Tissue Use

Ensure clinics using human tissues (like stem cells) are regulated and licensed.
https://www.hta.gov.uk

5. Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) - Report False Health Claims

If a clinic or consultant is promoting unrealistic or unverified claims, report them here.
https://www.asa.org.uk

6. ClinicalTrials.gov - Official Trials Database

Review registered clinical trials and confirm that a treatment is being properly studied under ethical guidelines.
https://clinicaltrials.gov

7. The Niche Blog by Dr. Paul Knoepfler

A leading stem cell researcher sharing expert insights, trial updates, and red flags on fraudulent clinics.
https://ipscell.com

8. ISSCR - International Society for Stem Cell Research (Patient Guidelines)

Clear guidance for patients exploring stem cell treatments, what to ask, and what to avoid.

https://www.isscr.org 

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