Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology & Stem Cell Transplantation
The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Lurie Children’s treats more children with cancer and blood disorders than any other hospital in Illinois. Although cancer is rare in children, we treat 220 new patients each year for a wide range of childhood cancers. The center is nationally-ranked by U.S. News & World Report for pediatric oncology. We also have the region’s most complete array of programs and services for children with blood disorders such as hemoglobin disorders, hemophilia, thrombophilia and sickle cell disease.
We are committed to caring for each patient’s physical, emotional and social needs in a kid-friendly environment. We believe in family-centered care, which means we involve the whole family in a patient’s treatment plan. From bringing family members into care plan meetings, to providing support and distraction to a patient’s siblings, we do our best to help fit our care within your lifestyle.
A multidisciplinary team of experienced healthcare providers will care for your child. This team approach makes it easier for you to see every specialist your child needs under one roof and often in the same visit. To meet all of your child’s needs, physicians in our center have access to specialists from 70 medical and surgical specialties at Lurie Children’s. Our physicians also work closely with pediatric radiation oncologists and other specialists at the nearby Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University.
Nationally-Ranked Care
Lurie Children's is ranked 19th in the nation for pediatric cancer care by U.S.News & World Report.
Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Conditions We Treat
- Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure
- Brain Tumors
- Cancer
- Ewing Sarcoma
- Germ Cell Tumors
- Hemolytic Anemia
- Hemophilia
- Hepatoblastoma
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Leukemia
- Moyamoya Disease
- Neuroblastoma
- Neutropenia
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Osteosarcoma in Children
- Retinoblastoma
- Rhabdomyosarcoma
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Thalassemia
- Thrombophilia
- Thyroid Cancer
- von Willebrand Disease
- Wilms Tumor
- Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome (WAS)
- X-linked Lymphoproliferative Disease (XLP)
- X-linked Severe Combined Immunodeficiency 1 (SCID-X1)
Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Programs
We treat patients ranging in age from newborns to young adults. Families from throughout the Midwest and across the country come to Lurie Children’s to take advantage of resources for cancer and blood disorder care that are not widely available.
- Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Program
- Brain Tumor Program
- Cal’s Angels Advanced Leukemia Clinical and Research Program
- Cancer Predisposition Program
- CAR T-Cell Therapy Program
- Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD) Program
- Cooperative Sickle Cell Donor Program
- Extracorporeal Photopheresis (ECP) Program
- Fertility & Hormone Preservation & Restoration Program
- Gynecology Program
- Head & Neck Surgery Program
- Hematological Malignancy Program
- Hemophilia Program
- Hepatoblastoma Program
- Liver Center
- Neuropsychology Testing
- Pediatric Surgical Oncology Program
- Pigmented Lesion Center
- Sarcoma Program
- Sickle Cell Disease Program
- Solid Tumor Program
- Stem Cell Transplantation Program
- Survivors Taking Action and Responsibility (STAR) Program
- Thalassemia Program
- Thrombophilia Program
Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Tests & Treatments
Make an Appointment
We offer easy online scheduling for your child's hematology and oncology needs.
Meet Our Pediatric Oncologists & Hematologists
Members of Lurie Children’s Division of Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation staff the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. Our team includes:
Our Research
Our center has a thriving research program, encompassing many groundbreaking studies in patients (clinical trials) as well as basic science investigations and translational research using a “bench to bedside” approach. Through research projects that we conduct at our own hospital and with other centers, we hope to:
- Provide access to innovative treatments that are available only at a limited number of research centers
- Improve the detection of pediatric brain tumors and blood disorders, and their complications
- Discover safer, more effective treatments to prolong the patient’s life and enhance quality of life
Our Locations
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
225 E. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60611
312.227.4000
Lurie Children's at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital Pediatric Outpatient Center
25 N. Winfield Road
East Entrance
Winfield, Illinois 60190
630.933.6631
Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in Lake Forest
Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Campus
900 N. Westmoreland, Suite 110 (Bays Medical Office Building, 1st Floor)*
Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
312.227.1010
Northwestern Medicine Chicago Proton Center
4455 Weaver Parkway
Warrenville, Illinois 60555
877.887.5807
Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in New Lenox
1870 N. Silver Cross Blvd. (formerly Clinton Street)
Suite 100
New Lenox, Illinois 60451
312.227.3620
Lurie Children’s Hospital Outpatient Center in Schaumburg
1895 Arbor Glen Boulevard
Schaumburg, Illinois 60195
1.800.543.7362
Cancer & Blood Disorders News & Stories
Telehealth Improves Access to Genetic Services for Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancers
Telehealth genetic services help adult survivors of childhood cancer access testing and personalized care, improving early detection and lowering the risk of future cancers.
Among the First at Lurie Children’s: Emmanuel’s Path to a Cure for Sickle Cell Disease
For Emmanuel, new possibilities for his sickle cell disease appeared once he met his care team led by Dr. Robert Liem and Dr. Sonali Chaudhury at Lurie Children’s.
Lurie Children’s Begins Planning for Community-Based Pediatric Hospital in Downers Grove Area
Lurie Children’s is beginning plans to develop a low-acuity pediatric hospital in the Downers Grove area, expanding access to world-class pediatric care for families in Chicago’s western suburbs.
‘Embracing the Difference:’ A New Chapter for Nyomi, Written by Her Mom
After a rare tumor diagnosis at birth, Nyomi’s journey inspired her mom to write a children’s book celebrating every child’s unique story.
Cal’s Angels Donates $4 Million to Establish Advanced Leukemia Clinical and Research Program at Lurie Children’s
A transformational $4 million gift from Cal’s Angels establishes a first-of-its-kind initiative at Lurie Children's aimed at improving outcomes for children, adolescents, and young adults battling high-risk, relapsed, or refractory leukemia.
Survivors of High-Risk Neuroblastoma Face Substantial Late Effects of Modern Therapies
A new study led by Lurie Children’s finds that while today’s treatments for high-risk neuroblastoma have greatly improved survival, many children face lasting health challenges from the therapies that saved their lives.
Training & Education
Lurie Children's has a three year accredited fellowship in Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation offered in partnership with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. The program offers fellows a broad-based clinical experience and clinical research exposure in an academic environment. We also offer a fellowship in pediatric neuro-oncology.
Philanthropy
Funding from generous donors has helped to transform our cancer care. Your support is vital in helping us continue to make a difference in the lives of patients and families. Lurie Children’s relies on philanthropic funding to enhance its programs, services and research for children. To learn more, please e-mail the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation at foundation@luriechildrens.org or call 312.227.7500.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September is a time to support families facing childhood cancer and inspire funding for research, prevention and treatment.