Timing
Confirm the deadline
Published instructions specify the first day of the review month. Contact ICMS for the current schedule.
Request Review
Request an Application for Review
Request application instructions for presenting a cell-based medicine study for ICMS review.
A clear path for physician-led review
The mission of the ICMS Institutional Review Board is to provide peer oversight in the evaluation of patient safety for proposed studies.
Physicians may present studies for review by requesting an Application for Review. Approval for any proposed study is based upon the ICMS Guidelines for the Practice of Cell Based Medicine.
Determination
Confirm turnaround
Published instructions describe 48 hours to 14 days. Confirm current timing before submitting.
Presentation
Physician presents
The requesting physician is required to present the study to the IRB.
Application Request
Request the Review Packet
Tell ICMS who is requesting review and what study or protocol needs evaluation.
Contact ICMS by Email
Online submissions are not available. Email ICMS to confirm current availability and request instructions.
Do not send patient-identifying information, medical records, payment details, or confidential protocols in an initial inquiry.