Title Stem Cell Research Policy

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RESOLUTION

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TITLE STEM CELL RESEARCH POLICY

INTRODUCED BY AADA COMMITTEE ON RESEARCH

WHEREAS, dermatologists are advocates for patients suffering from skin disease; and

WHEREAS, there are many debilitating skin diseases that have no cure; and

WHEREAS, finding cures and treatments for skin diseases is an important goal for dermatologists; and

WHEREAS, stem cell research holds promise for curing and treating debilitating skin diseases; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, that the American Academy of Dermatology/Association should support biomedical research on stem cells; and be it further

RESOLVED, the American Academy of Dermatology/Association should monitor developments in stem cell research and develop relevant policy.

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FOR STAFF USE ONLY:

Fiscal Note:

Received:

Current AAD Policy: