Healing the Inflamed Brain: Stem Cells, Autism, and the Future of Regenerative Medicine

In this powerful episode of Converge Autism Radio, Dr. Stephanie Holmes speaks with Dr. Eric Weiss—surgeon, stem cell pioneer, and father to a son on the spectrum. Driven by personal experience, Dr. Weiss shares the emotional and scientific journey that led him to explore stem cell therapy for autism. From groundbreaking brain inflammation research to real-world results with his son, this conversation unpacks the potential of regenerative medicine to improve quality of life for autistic individuals. Listeners will learn about:

• The link between brain inflammation and autism symptoms
• How umbilical cord stem cells are being used safely and effectively
• Why stem cell therapy may open new doors for older autistic individuals
• The personal breakthroughs that changed Dr. Weiss’s career path
• How diet, gut health, and stem cells can support a holistic healing journey

Whether you're a parent, professional, or curious soul, this episode brings fresh insight and real hope.

Dr. Eric Weiss is a board‑certified plastic surgeon and former U.S. Navy Commander who pivoted his career to regenerative medicine after his son Marston was diagnosed with autism and showed remarkable gains following umbilical cord stem cell therapy. Now serving as Medical Director of the Autism Program at Miami Stem Cell and founder of North Florida Stem Cells, he has treated over 400 children with data-driven protocols—reporting developmental improvements in about 65–70% of them—using MSCs, exosomes, MRI/EEG monitoring, and rigorous safety standards. He’s also co‑author of Educating Marston and a frequent podcast guest, sharing both personal experience and emerging science in autism care.

https://northfloridastemcells.com/