About Native Stem Cell — Michigan’s Premier Regenerative Medicine & Orthopedic Healing Center
Native Stem Cell is Michigan’s trusted leader in stem cell therapy, PRP, and advanced regenerative orthopedic treatments. Since our founding, we have helped thousands of patients reduce pain, restore mobility, and avoid unnecessary surgery through biologic, non-invasive medical care.
With clinics in Bloomfield Hills, Grand Rapids, and Houghton Lake, our mission is simple: to provide safe, research-based, and highly effective regenerative medicine options for patients seeking a natural way to heal their joints.
Our Mission
Our mission is to offer patients a better alternative to chronic pain, joint degeneration, and invasive orthopedic surgery. We believe that:
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Your body has a powerful ability to repair itself
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Medicine should treat the root cause of pain
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Surgery should be the last resort, not the first option
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Every patient deserves clear, honest guidance backed by evidence
We are committed to advancing the field of regenerative orthopedics through clinical expertise, precision imaging, and personalized treatment plans that support long-term joint health.
What We Treat
Native Stem Cell helps patients struggling with a wide range of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions, including:
Knee arthritis & meniscus injuries
Hip arthritis & labral pathology
Shoulder rotator cuff tears & tendonitis
Degenerative disc disease & chronic back pain
Elbow tendon injuries (tennis/golfer’s elbow)
Wrist, hand, ankle, and foot pain
Sports injuries
Chronic tendon or ligament damage
If pain affects your mobility, work, or daily life, regenerative therapy may offer a safe and effective alternative.
Our Approach to Regenerative Orthopedics
Native Stem Cell combines orthopedic medical training, biologic science, and precision image-guided procedures to help patients improve tissue function and mobility.
Our treatment philosophy includes:
1. Evidence-Based Regenerative Medicine
We use autologous (your own) stem cells, PRP, and biologic injections to support the repair of damaged tissue. Each treatment follows current clinical research and is performed with safety and accuracy.
2. Personalized Treatment Plans
No two joints, injuries, or patients are the same. We evaluate medical history, imaging, severity of degeneration, lifestyle, and goals to design a plan that fits your unique needs.
3. Avoiding Surgery Whenever Possible
Many patients come to us after being told surgery is their only option. Our goal is to help you preserve your natural joint structure and stay active — without surgical downtime.
Why Patients Trust Native Stem Cell
Decades of Medical Experience
Our team combines orthopedic knowledge with advanced regenerative techniques.
Autologous Stem Cell Expertise
We specialize in bone marrow–derived stem cell therapy for joint repair.
Highest PRP Standards
We prepare high-concentration PRP using advanced laboratory-grade processing systems.
Michigan’s Most Accessible Regenerative Network
Three clinic locations make care convenient for patients statewide.
Ethical, Transparent Care
We provide clear expectations, honest evaluations, and no-pressure recommendations.
Our Commitment to Patient Outcomes
Your recovery matters. That’s why we:
Track progress over time
Adjust treatment plans as needed
Provide guidance on exercise, activity, and joint care
Follow evidence-based timelines for biologic healing
Prioritize long-term joint preservation, not short-term fixes
Your success becomes our success.
Locations Serving Patients Across Michigan
We proudly care for patients throughout the state at:
Bloomfield Hills – Main Clinic & Procedure Center
Full diagnostic evaluations, stem cell therapy, PRP, and comprehensive regenerative care.
Grand Rapids – Regenerative Orthopedic Clinic
Consultations, PRP, orthobiologic therapies, and personalized treatment planning.
Houghton Lake – Northern Michigan Center
Regenerative joint pain care for patients across northern Michigan and surrounding communities.
Meet Dr. Crawford
Dr. Kevin T. Crawford is a Beaumont board-certified orthopedic surgeon and one of the few physicians in Michigan who provide stem cell injection therapy.
He has been treating arthritic disorders and joint pain for his entire career and has helped more than 100,000 patients with knee, hip, and other orthopedic conditions.
In his Metro Detroit practices, Dr. Crawford offers the fullest breadth of orthopedic treatments available. He treats degenerative joint disease with conventional surgical and nonsurgical techniques. He began studying stem cell therapy 15 years ago and finds it to be the most exciting modality currently available.
That’s why he opened Native Stem Cell Clinics in 2016.
Dr. Crawford believes that stem cell therapy is the best possible alternative to living in pain or enduring a painful procedure with long recovery time. He has been practicing stem cell therapy in Michigan with regulatory approval since 2014 and has treated hundreds of patients with excellent results.
Dr. Crawford is uniquely qualified in this field because of his experience as an orthopedic doctor and his extensive scientific training. Dr. Crawford has earned bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and chemical engineering, a master’s degree in chemical engineering and a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.
Quality of Life
Dr. Crawford is a well-rounded, personable and empathetic doctor who truly cares about his patients and develops a lasting bond with them. His goals are to make patients feel better and to help them return to the active lives to which they’ve grown accustomed.
In his personal time, Dr. Crawford leads an active life too. He enjoys skiing, golf, tennis, bicycling and playing hockey as well as working around his house on landscaping and other projects. He understands his patients because he has also experienced aches and pains, ligament injuries and broken bones, as well as surgeries on his knees.
Dr. Crawford is married, with seven energetic and athletic sons. That means he knows just how important family is. When patients come to Dr. Crawford and say that their goals are to be able to play with their grandchildren and enjoy walks together, he understands what that means to them. Dr. Crawford is committed to helping his patients and offering them hope.
What We Treat
Native Stem Cell helps patients struggling with a wide range of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions, including:
Knee arthritis & meniscus injuries
Hip arthritis & labral pathology
Shoulder rotator cuff tears & tendonitis
Degenerative disc disease & chronic back pain
Elbow tendon injuries (tennis/golfer’s elbow)
Wrist, hand, ankle, and foot pain
Sports injuries
Chronic tendon or ligament damage
If pain affects your mobility, work, or daily life, regenerative therapy may offer a safe and effective alternative.