Leucemia pediátrica
Porque usted es de la familia
Con el tratamiento adecuado, la leucemia en los niños puede controlarse (entrar en “remisión”) e incluso curarse completamente. En el Centro para el cáncer y los trastornos sanguíneos de Nemours Children’s Health, nuestros expertos en leucemia pediátrica ayudan a su familia durante todo el proceso.
Le brindamos a su familia los servicios de apoyo que necesita mientras brindamos tratamiento para la leucemia pediátrica, que ofrece los mejores resultados para su hijo. Nuestros servicios para la leucemia no solo ayudan a los niños a vivir más tiempo, sino que también les ayudan a vivir mejor.
Atención de la leucemia infantil en Nemours Children’s: por qué elegirnos
When you come to us, your child’s hematologist/oncologist (specialist in cancer and blood disorders), nurses and other providers get to know you like family. Dozens of leukemia specialists from the Delaware Valley and Northeast and Central Florida also help manage your child’s care. It’s one of the largest teams of its kind in the nation. The result? Less treatment side effects, better quality of life and outstanding outcomes that are among the best in the United States.
You can also expect:
- Award-winning, passionate leukemia team. Our doctors include world and national leaders in pediatric leukemia treatment. Your child receives hands-on care from doctors who are regularly voted among America’s best. They are also among the nation’s go-to experts for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML). Learn more about the types of childhood leukemia.
- Fast diagnosis. We provide diagnoses within days for children who might have leukemia. We then explain your options and provide the support needed to make the best care decisions for your child. This includes a comprehensive genetic evaluation of both the leukemia and your child.
- Full range of pediatric leukemia treatments. Whatever your child needs, we have you covered. We offer CAR T-cell therapy, stem cell transplants, oncologic physical therapy, fertility preservation, psychology and nationally recognized childhood cancer survivorship programs.
- Help coordinating care. Pediatric leukemia treatment can be complex. That’s why we’re always thinking about how to make things easier for you. Experienced nurses hold your hand throughout the process. They teach you what to expect and arrange appointments, so you don’t have to come in as often. These nurses have achieved Magnet status, which means you experience compassionate care and nursing excellence. Read more about our awards and recognition.
- Family environment. A primary nurse, social worker, psychology, and Child Life therapist make up your child’s care management team. Along with your child’s hematologist/oncologist, they’re the familiar faces you can rely on. They treat you like family and provide stability and a home away from home for your child.
Nuestros servicios para la leucemia
Ofrecemos atención integral para los niños, independientemente de cuál sea el tipo de leucemia:
Para que los niños puedan ser niños, incluso durante el tratamiento
Ofrecemos una amplia variedad de servicios de apoyo para ayudar a su hijo y a su familia, que incluye apoyo de salud mental, diversión y juegos, programas escolares y ayuda financiera. Nuestra atención de apoyo comienza el primer día que nos reunimos y continúa más allá del tratamiento.
Nos mantenemos al día con las necesidades cambiantes de su hijo y su familia; y las satisfacemos en cada etapa. Obtenga más información sobre nuestros recursos y servicios de apoyo contra el cáncer infantil.
Vea lo que dicen nuestros pacientes
A veces, el mejor apoyo y tranquilidad provienen de familias que han pasado por lo mismo. Conozca a algunos de los niños inspiradores que hemos tenido el honor de tratar. Leer nuestras historias de pacientes.
Nuestras ubicaciones
Learn more about our Nemours locations:
Delaware Valley/Greater Philadelphia:
We offer complete care for leukemia in kids at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware (Wilmington, Del.). Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware was named one of the best children’s hospitals in the country for cancer by U.S. News & World Report. Outpatient and follow-up appointments are also available at select Nemours locations.
We collaborate with the NCI-designated Helen F. Graham Cancer Center at ChristianaCare (in Newark, Del.) and the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University (in Philadelphia).
Make an appointment: (800) 416-4441
Central Florida
We offer complete pediatric leukemia care at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida (Orlando). Outpatient and follow-up appointments are also available at select Nemours specialty care locations.
The Infusion Center located at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando offers private rooms for kids who need chemotherapy on an outpatient basis.
Make an appointment: (407) 650-7715
Northeast Florida
We offer complete care for leukemia in kids at Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville. Outpatient and follow-up appointments are also available at select Nemours specialty care locations.
Nemours pediatric specialists provide cancer care at our affiliate, Wolfson Children’s Hospital, named one of the best children’s hospitals in the country for cancer by U.S. News & World Report.
Make an appointment: (904) 697-3600