Jill Helms

Jill Helms, a clinician-scientist and Stanford professor specializing in wound healing, shares her insights into the body’s complex repair mechanisms. She discusses how age affects healing, with declines starting around 30, and the potential of awakening dormant stem cells to enhance recovery. Jill explores innovative approaches like gum-like tissues to combat infections near medical devices and highlights nature as a blueprint for developing better healing strategies. Her passion for regenerative medicine shines through as she envisions a future where healing is significantly improved.