UAE - As healthcare choices evolve, more parents in Dubai are taking a proactive step toward securing their child’s future with stem cell storage. This specialized service is now becoming a trusted part of birth planning, offering long-term health potential backed by science and supported by growing awareness.

From maternity hospitals to living rooms, conversations about stem cell preservation are gaining much popularity and it’s easy to see why.


Why Dubai Parents Are Choosing Banking Stem Cells

Stem cell banking is no longer a niche option. Across Dubai, families are embracing it as a meaningful way to safeguard their child’s health. Rising awareness, medical breakthroughs, and global case studies have all played a role in this transformative shift.

a) Preventive Care: Parents see it as a way to prepare for uncertainties with storing stem cells now to access potential treatments in the future.

b) Medical Advancements: Stem cells are already used in treating over 80 conditions, including leukemia, lymphoma, sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, other blood disorders, immune deficiencies, and certain cancers. Their potential in regenerative medicine continues to grow.

c) Localized Support: With trusted providers like CellSave operating in the UAE, families have direct access to internationally accredited stem cell services without leaving the country. CellSave is AABB-accredited for both cord blood and somatic cells, and registered with the FDA, ensuring global standards of safety and quality.

Although the decision of the parents to choose stem cell storage is deeply personal, one of the common motivations is to protect what matters most.


The Process Behind Stem Cell Storage

Stem cell storage is a seamless part of the birthing experience. It begins at the hospital, immediately after birth, and ends with long-term preservation in a regulated facility.

a) Collection: After delivery, stem cells are collected from the umbilical cord and/or placenta and carefully placed in the sterile CellSave stem cell collection kit for safe transport and processing.

b) Transportation: The kit is securely transported to CellSave’s processing lab under controlled conditions.

c) Processing & Testing: The cells are analyzed, processed, and tested for viability and safety.

d) Cryopreservation: Once approved, the stem cells are cryogenically stored in liquid nitrogen dewars at -196°C to preserve their viability for potential future use.

At every step, CellSave complies with the highest standards such as AABB accreditation and FDA registration to ensure quality, discoverability, and peace of mind.


Cost vs. Value: Is Stem Cell Preservation Worth It?

For many families, the question associated with stem cell preservation isn’t just about cost, but about value.

a) One-time Collection & Lifelong Impact: The initial investment covers decades of storage and possible future treatments.

b) Range of Services: CellSave offers storage options for cord blood, cord tissue, placenta, cord vessels, amnion tissue, and even readily available mesenchymal stem cells, allowing families to choose packages based on their future medical goals.

c) Flexible plans: CellSave offers stem cell preservation with flexible payment structures, including 9, 12, and 18-month plans, making it accessible to more families without financial strain.

When parents compare the cost of stem cell preservation with the potential to support their child’s future health, many see it as a wise and lasting investment.


What Doctors in the UAE Are Saying

Medical professionals in the UAE are increasingly recommending stem cell banking as a proactive health measure.

Dr. Frances Verter, PhD, Founder of the Parent's Guide to Cord Blood Foundation, shares a powerful personal insight: “My perspective on saving cord blood is that I would rather have it and not need it, than need it and not have it. I have banked cord blood for my second and third children and, so far, for all of my grandchildren.”

Her words highlight the importance of being prepared for future medical possibilities—especially when it comes to protecting loved ones.

Building on that, Dr. Charbel Khalil, Stem Cell Therapist and Clinical Scientist, emphasizes the evolving power of stem cell therapies saying: “As a stem cell specialist, I would love to highlight the importance of storing our baby's cord blood and tissue. Today’s stem cell therapies continue to evolve, bringing new hope to our patients and families. Our children’s generation may have access to breakthrough treatments through regenerative medicine, especially for conditions that currently have no cure.”

His remarks point to the incredible potential of stem cell science—not just for today, but for generations to come.

Reinforcing this perspective from a regional standpoint, Dr. Rama Ghurrah, Clinical Pathologist and Laboratory Director at CellSave Arabia says “We’re seeing a greater understanding of stem cell applications. Parents are more informed, and many are choosing to store cord blood as a gift to their child’s health.”

With the UAE’s growing focus on advanced medicine and family wellness, doctors recommend stem cell storage as a tool aligned with personalized and preventive care.


Future Possibilities and Peace of Mind

Stem cells are already saving lives and their potential is only expanding. Researchers are exploring new uses in regenerative medicine, from repairing damaged tissues to supporting neurological health and even anti-aging therapies.

For parents, it’s about more than science as it’s about giving their child every possible advantage and finding peace of mind in the process.

Preserving stem cells today opens the door to medical possibilities tomorrow, offering support not just for the baby, but potentially for siblings and family members as well.


About CellSave Arabia
CellSave Arabia is the GCC’s only AABB-accredited and FDA-registered newborn stem cell bank, with over 20 years of experience in advanced stem cell preservation. We offer secure collection and storage of cord blood, cord tissue, placenta, amnion, and umbilical vessels, supporting both current medical treatments and future regenerative therapies. Trusted by thousands of families across the region, CellSave is committed to the highest clinical standards, helping parents make empowered choices to protect their children’s long-term health.