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Childhood Anemias & Blood Diseases

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State-of-the-Art Diagnosis & Comprehensive Treatment for Pediatric Blood Disorders

Our pediatric hematologists provide the most advanced care available to children of all ages — from infancy to late teens — with all types of blood disorders.

We provide proven, conventional treatments as well as investigational therapies for childhood anemias, hemophilia, bleeding or clotting disorders, white blood cells problems and bone marrow failure.

Our treatment approaches include:

  • The latest medications
  • Transfusions of all types of blood products
  • Stem cell transplant and gene therapy
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Chronic disease management
  • Supportive therapies, including chronic pain management and prophylactic antibodies

Pediatric Blood Disorders We Treat

Our physicians treat a wide range of pediatric blood diseases and conditions, including:

Childhood LymphomaChildhood LeukemiaHeavy Menstrual Bleeding ClinicIron-Deficiency Anemia in ChildrenNeutropenia in ChildrenSickle Cell Disease
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Gene Therapy and Transplant for Sickle Cell Disease

Our sickle cell disease patients have access to groundbreaking treatment options, including gene therapy and stem cell transplant.

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Childhood Anemias FAQ

Discover key info on childhood anemias, including symptoms, different types and risk factors.

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Get a Second Opinion

We welcome the opportunity to offer a second opinion on the diagnosis or treatment plan of your child's blood disease or cancer.

Request an Appointment for Pediatric Blood Disorders

The information you provide will enable us to assist you as efficiently as possible. A representative will contact you within one to two business days to help you schedule an appointment.

To speak to someone directly, please call 773-702-6808. If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

For Referring Physicians

To refer a pediatric patient, please call UCM Physician Connect at 1-800-824-2282. 

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