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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Comprehensive Pediatric Sickle Cell Disease Clinic

A skilled staff of specially trained doctors as well as representatives from social work, the Hematology Outreach Program, an educational liaison, and child life specialist, offer comprehensive services that are tailored to meet the many special needs of children with sickle cell disease.

Did You Know… The Comprehensive Sickle Cell Clinic provides active clinical trials to evaluate new treatment options. We also provide state-of-the-art diagnostic studies and provide anticipatory guidance for patients.

The program is dedicated to maintaining patient health by providing state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment services and by emphasizing preventive strategies. Emotional support and counseling, home visits, advocacy in schools, and assistance with financial concerns ensure improved communication and access to care.

Family education regarding sickle cell disease is a central concern of the program. Anticipatory guidance and teaching are pursued at all visits. The program carefully follows accepted screening and health care maintenance guidelines. Regular appointments, special immunizations and medications, laboratory testing, and specialty service evaluations are aimed at preventing chronic organ damage.

 

 

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