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Leukemia and Lymphoma Program

Leukemia and lymphomas are some of the most common cancers that affect children, adolescents and young adults. They are highly diverse and require an individualized approach to diagnosis and therapy. In collaboration with the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, we offer access to new and leading-edge treatment and clinical trials. Our team of experts will follow your child throughout their cancer journey.

Conditions We Treat

We treat all conditions related to leukemia and lymphoma, including:

Meet Your Care Team

Debra L. Friedman

Debra L. FriedmanMD, MS

    Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, General Hematology and Oncology, Leukemia and Lymphoma, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Solid Organ Malignancies
Scott C. Borinstein

Scott C. BorinsteinMD, PhD

    Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, General Hematology and Oncology, Leukemia and Lymphoma, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Sarcoma, Solid Organ Malignancies
James A. Connelly

James A. ConnellyMD, BS

    Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Genetics, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Pediatric Immunodeficiency, Pediatric Metabolic Disorders, Sickle Cell Disease, Stem Cell Transplant
Adam J. Esbenshade
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Adam J. EsbenshadeMD, MSCI

    Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors, Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, General Hematology and Oncology, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Richard H. Ho

Richard H. HoMD, MSCI

    Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Stem Cell Transplant
Carrie L. Kitko

Carrie L. KitkoMD

    Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Stem Cell Transplant
Kate E. Luck

Kate E. LuckMSN, CPNP

    Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Why Choose Care at Monroe Carell for Leukemia and Lymphoma

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    Recognized care

    U.S. News & World Report has ranked Monroe Carell as one of the best pediatric cancer programs in the nation.

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    NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center

    We partner with Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Tennessee that treats pediatric and adult patients in one location. This means we are closely connected to research programs and specialists working to discover the latest breakthroughs in cancer care. Your child and family have access to treatments and therapies on the leading edge of discovery.

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    Collaborative care

    Our experts in pediatric cancer work with specialists in many other fields including hematology-oncology, radiation oncology, surgery, nursing, child life, social work, psychology, nutrition and physical therapy. The result is a treatment plan tailored for your child’s needs.

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    Leading-edge treatments for leukemia

    Monroe Carell’s pediatric cancer team includes internationally recognized leaders in leukemia and lymphoma clinical care and research. In addition to chemotherapy, immunotherapy and stem cell transplant, we offer chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy, which reprograms your child’s own immune cells to kill cancer cells. Together with Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, we are one of few institutions in the nation to offer this groundbreaking treatment option.

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    Care designed with children in mind

    Our connection with Monroe Carell's Palliative Care Services demonstrates our commitment to the whole child. These compassionate experts provide help and support to all children living with cancer, at every stage of the care experience. We also work with Teen Cancer America, the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the Consortium of Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Centers (CAYACC). Together we discover and learn more to improve outcomes for teens and young adults with cancer.

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    Mental and emotional health resources

    We provide unique psychosocial resources to help your child manage the emotional challenges of a cancer diagnosis. These include our exclusive Behavioral Hematology Oncology Program, with licensed psychologists dedicated to working with and supporting your child's and family's mental and emotional needs.

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    Post-treatment support

    All patients have access to the REACH Survivorship Clinic after completing treatment. We offer a full range of follow-up care designed to meet your child’s physical, emotional and practical needs. You will receive a personalized Cancer Survivorship Care Plan that will be your child’s roadmap for future health and well-being.

Tests, Treatments and Services

We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:

Location

2200 Children's Way, 6th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
Today's hours:8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.