Bovine Stem cells Doctor faces being struck off.

Bovine Stem cells Doctor faces being struck off.

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The video discusses the case of Vicki Chittendon, who was diagnosed with MS at 17 and sought stem cell therapy from Dr. Robert Trussell. Despite being promised effective treatment, she was exploited, receiving untested animal stem cells. Dr. Trussell's misconduct led to a GMC hearing, highlighting ethical concerns and the exploitation of vulnerable patients. The video emphasizes the importance of trust in healthcare and the dangers of unjustifiable treatments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What condition was Vicki Chittendon diagnosed with at the age of 17?

Parkinson's Disease

Multiple Sclerosis

Alzheimer's Disease

Diabetes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the cost Vicki agreed to pay for the stem cell treatment?

£12000

£3000

£6000

£9000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Doctor Trussell accused of in relation to the stem cell treatment?

Using only human-tested treatments

Providing free treatments

Recommending scientifically unjustifiable treatments

Curing 100% of his patients

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where were patients like Vicki treated for the stem cell therapy?

United States

Germany

Netherlands

United Kingdom

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of stem cells were actually used in the treatment Vicki received?

Human bone marrow

Pig's liver cells

Cow's brains and spinal cords

Human umbilical cord blood