Our program is nationally recognized by
U.S. News & World Report as
one of the best pediatric cancer programs.
Florida’s Leader in Caring for Children with Cancer and Blood Disorders
The Cancer Center at Miami Children’s Hospital is the region’s largest and most comprehensive cancer center for children. It provides care for more pediatric cancer patients than any other facility in South Florida.
MCH is one of only 12 children’s hospitals nationwide and two in Florida to achieve approved cancer program status from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. This recognition is given to programs that adhere to the commission’s stringent quality-of-care standards.
Services of the Cancer Center include comprehensive diagnostic services and treatments for children with cancer,
leukemia and
blood disorders. Children with these conditions have special physical, emotional and psychological needs. They require the highest level of medical expertise and highly specialized medical treatment combined with very personalized support from their physicians and care staff. In short…they need Miami Children’s Hospital.
Every member of the care team at Miami Children’s is trained and experienced in supporting children during treatment for serious illnesses. Their skills and compassion can make all the difference for a child and family during a difficult time... renewing health and restoring hope.
A Multidisciplinary Team Approach to Caring for the Child and Family
The Cancer Center at Miami Children’s is recognized for a multidisciplinary, holistic, family-centered approach to care that places the child and family at the center of a highly coordinated network of specialists. Our staff works together to anticipate and meet the needs of the child and family during treatment and follow-up care. When children enter the Cancer Center, they benefit from knowing that an entire team of pediatric specialists is putting their needs and the needs of their family first.
The team includes:
- pediatric hematologists/oncologists
- pediatric radiologists
- pediatric pathologists
- pediatric neurosurgeons
- pediatric radiotherapists
- pediatric surgeons
- other pediatric sub-specialists
- specially trained oncology nurses
- clinical nurse specialists
-
pharmacists
- dietitians
- social workers
- child life specialists
- psychological and spiritual counselors
- rehabilitative therapists.
As part of its commitment to meeting each child’s needs, the Cancer Center has developed new specialty programs for children with
bone marrow transplantation-related conditions,
brain tumors, “late effects” of treatment,
sickle cell anemia and clotting disorders.
The Comfort of Knowing You’re with Miami Children’s
Miami Children’s combines clinical excellence in virtually every pediatric sub-specialty with a family-focused care environment. When your child receives care at Miami Children’s, our entire team of pediatric sub-specialists is available to serve you, including pediatric gastroenterologists, ophthalmologists, orthopaedists, neurologists, reconstructive surgeons, infectious disease specialists, nephrologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, as well as specialists to help with rehabilitation, nutrition and any other care issues that may arise.