Hematology

The Hematology program at Nemours offers comprehensive care for children with conditions of the blood including sickle cell disease, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders, anemias, thrombotic disorders, and many other complicated hematological disorders by Board Certified pediatric hematologists/oncologists.

Nemours hematologists are trained in multiple specialties—pediatrics, hematology and oncology, for example. We provide excellent care that places the patient and family at the center, and we believe that communication is central to the process. This is accomplished with sensitive physicians, nurses, social workers, Child Life Specialists, pediatric nurse practitioners, and others.

The Nemours divisions of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology have a close partnership with the Nemours Clinical Management program to implement a cutting edge electronic medical record that will allow physicians the most comprehensive ability to integrate current medical records from various services and also follow trends in children’s health over time, all at the touch of a button. This carefully planned approach to medical records allows us to improve the quality of health care, and may ultimately help to improve our understanding of disease.

Dedicated hematologists at Nemours diagnose and treat disorders of the blood, caring for patients and conducting research to improve treatment for hematologic diseases.

Nemours hematologists work closely with colleagues in oncology and other specialties in the care of their patients. Conditions seen include anemia, bleeding and clotting disorders, enlarged lymph nodes or spleen, hematologic malignancies, leukemias, sickle cell disease and many others.

All Nemours’ locations participate in the Children’s Oncology Group (COG), an international group that provides state-of-the-art research protocols for the treatment of childhood cancer. Members of the hematology division continue their active involvement in the development of new treatment protocols.

Nemours hematologists are usually trained in multiple specialties—pediatrics, hematology and oncology, for example. Nemours hematologists use an integrated medical record that unifies patient care across specialties and locations, prompting physicians to consider best practices gained from Nemours experience and academic literature.

We provide excellent care that places the patient and family at the center, and our commitment to communication is central to the process. We strive to create a uniquely satisfying experience bringing peace of mind to patients and families.

Nemours locations offer a range of hematology services. Please refer to the sites listed to the left for specific services available at each location.