Key Healthcare and Sustainability Highlights of 2024

by Dr. Sharmila Tulpule,Founder & Director, Orthobiologix Biotech Pvt. Ltd.

Regenerative Medicine is rewriting the rules of healing, making impossible things possible in everyday life. In orthopedics, our primary focus, RM therapies are enabling patients to regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.. 2024 has seen the acceleration of both innovation and adoption of RM across the world and in India. Over the past two years, we have treated over 200 patients using advanced techniques using micro-fragmented adipose tissue (MFAT) stem cells, autologous conditioned serums using gold salts and combination therapies such as PRP and MFat. These personalized interventions have revolutionized the treatment of degenerative joint conditions and soft tissue injuries.

However, wide acceptance of RM remains a challenge. Lack of standardization in protocols creates variability among practitioners, which further creates skepticism in the minds of doctors and patients. Bridging these gaps is very much a part of our mission. Initiatives such as the ABRM Diplomate course – the first formal and most comprehensive course in this field which we brought to India this year – would help standardize treatment methodologies and prepare practitioners to offer personalized therapies effectively. This dual approach promotes both safe clinical results and wider adoption of RM.

Beyond orthopedics, RM has made tremendous strides in 2024. Cardiology stem cell therapies are now showing promise in repairing damaged heart tissue, and in endocrinology, it is opening up the possibility of reversing diabetes through pancreatic beta cell regeneration. In neurology, RM is breaking new ground with stem cell treatments for neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis, giving hope to conditions that have limited treatment options. Similarly, in immunology and rheumatology, stem cell therapies are showing promise in managing autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel conditions, reducing inflammation and potentially halting disease progression.

Innovations in cell engineering and AI-driven manufacturing are enhancing scalability and precision, further expanding the field’s potential. In the future, RM will not only restore but rejuvenate—be it the reduction of the biological age of joints or the revitalization of the skin, and the reparation of damaged organs. Overcoming current barriers while driving innovation, RM can become a cornerstone of personal and transformative healthcare in 2025 and beyond.

by Rajeev Sinha,Founder & CEO, Onlygood.ai

As we close the chapter on 2024, I find myself reflecting on a year filled with pivotal global events that have profoundly impacted our world. The COP29 summit in Baku brought to light the pressing concerns of developing nations regarding climate funding, culminating in a commitment of $300 billion annually—still a far cry from the $1 trillion needed to address climate challenges effectively. Meanwhile, the U.S. election saw Donald Trump regain power, buoyed by significant support from influential figures like Elon Musk, while geopolitical tensions simmer between Israel and the Arab world and continue to escalate in Ukraine.

In this tumultuous landscape, it is easy to become distracted and continue with business as usual, even as our planet suffers. We must shift our focus from daily distractions to cultivating sustainable habits that foster a better future. Each day is an opportunity to improve ourselves and our environment.

At Onlygood, we are committed to embracing new norms that drive efficiency and accountability. This year has underscored the importance of reducing emissions, enhancing our ESG practices, and striving for decarbonization.

As we move into 2025, let us be mindful of our impact and work diligently toward a sustainable future. Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities for inclusive growth and development. By improving our processes, increasing efficiency, and investing in renewable energy sources, we can create meaningful change for our planet and future generations. Every action counts; let’s make them matter.

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