Our son Andre is 9 years old. We are from Belgium. In August 2022, he underwent a transplantation of his own stem cells from bone marrow at the Mardaleishvili Clinic in Georgia.
After the transplantation, we noticed real improvements in Andre. His speech improved — he began speaking in more complex sentences and using a broader vocabulary. His understanding of spoken language got better; before, he didn’t respond to questions, but now he answers and even asks questions himself.
Andre became more social — previously, he kept to himself. Before the transplantation, he would play alone and line everything up. Now his play has changed; he enjoys group games and asks others to play with him. He started understanding social norms and the meaning of the word “need.”
Andre made a significant developmental leap. At school, the teachers began noticing improvements in his academic performance. We were pleasantly surprised when he passed the entrance test for a regular school.
Andre also became calmer — he used to be hyperactive and constantly running off, but now he is more obedient and has learned to control himself.
Before the procedure, Andre was very selective with food, but now his diet has become more varied, and he enjoys trying new things.
In April 2025, we returned to the Mardaleishvili Clinic for a second transplantation, and we are hopeful for further improvements in our son’s condition.
Our family sincerely thanks the doctors at the clinic!
Nathalie – Andre’s mother
April 2025
Belgium
