Comprehensive and Compassionate Cancer Care for Children at MU Health Care's Children’s Hospital

Comprehensive and Compassionate Pediatric Cancer Treatment at MU Health Care's Children’s Hospital

When your child is diagnosed with cancer, you expect the best medical care combined with understanding and compassion. MU Health Care's Children's Hospital provides exactly that, offering world-class medical care close to home. As part of a unified system encompassing both MU Health Care's Ellis Fischel Cancer Center and Children's Hospital, our team comprises leading oncologists in the region.

We deliver state-of-the-art, comprehensive pediatric cancer treatment using an interdisciplinary approach that combines expertise from various fields:

• Child Life Specialists to ensure your child’s emotional health is as cared for as their physical well-being.

• Medical experts, including hematologists and surgeons, to address a wide array of conditions such as:

  • Acquired and congenital anemias

  • Hemoglobinopathies e.g., sickle cell disease and thalassemia

  • Immune deficiencies

  • Leukemia and lymphomas

  • Solid tumors, both benign and malignant

• Radiologistspathologists, and radiation oncologists** to provide diagnostic precision and targeted therapies.

• Social workers who are trned in helping families navigate the complexities of treatment plans.

• Pediatric specialists across various subspecialties for a holistic approach to care.

A Child-Centric Care Environment

Our facilities are designed with children’s needs in mind, providing a nurturing environment that also includes:

• Specialized pediatric equipment and technology

• Child-frily spaces including playrooms and activity areas

• Supportive services, such as nutritionists and child life specialists to ensure comprehensive care for your little one.

Compassionate Support and Resources

We understand the emotional toll of cancer on both children and families. MU Health Care offers:

• Counseling services to help manage anxiety, fears, and stress.

• Patient support programs, including educational resources and workshops tlored for pediatric patients and their caregivers.

• Financial assistance options, making high-quality care accessible regardless of economic status.

Community Stories of Hope

MU Health Care shares stories from brave children who have overcome challenges like Kora Jean’s duodenal atresia or Nola’s biliary atresia. These narratives highlight the strength and resilience found in our patients’ journeys.

Through this comprehensive approach, MU Health Care's Children's Hospital ensures that each child facing cancer receives not only expert medical care but also compassionate support throughout their journey to recovery.
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