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Get rid of pain with the right SCAARS
Restore Your Joints with Advanced Surgery in Panama. Experience state-of-the-art orthopedic care with Dr. Ricardo Vega Croker. The SCAARS approach combines regenerative stem cell therapy with precise biomechanical corrections in one surgical procedure—reducing pain and preserving natural function.
Stem Cell Augmented Articular Restoration Surgery
Restore Your Joints with Advanced Surgery in Panama. Experience state-of-the-art orthopedic care with Dr. Ricardo Vega-Croker. The SCAARS approach combines regenerative stem cell therapy with precise biomechanical corrections in one surgical procedure to repair joints, ligaments, tendons, and nerves—reducing pain and preserving natural function.
Dr. Vega-Croker is an orthopedic surgeon specialized in regenerative treatments and is committed to empowering patients to regain mobility and live pain-free.
SCAARS (Stem Cell Augmented Articular Restoration Surgery) combines biomechanical correction and stem cell placement in one surgical procedure for joint preservation.
Suitable for patients with osteoarthritis, cartilage defects, ligament injuries, and sports injuries.
Stem cells can be injected directly or applied during minimally invasive procedures to joints, tendons, ligaments, and nerves.
Typically shorter than traditional joint replacement, with most patients returning to daily activities in weeks.
Detailed safety protocols and personalized post-op care ensure a smooth experience for international patients.