Children diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders can receive the multidisciplinary care
they need right here in the Augusta, Georgia area.
Children's Hospital of Georgia Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorder Center is the home
of pediatric hematologists-oncologists who diagnosis and treat all types of cancer
in children, which includes leukemia's, tumors of the brain and spinal column, and
solid tumors.
We also treat children with hemophilia, sickle cell disease and other blood and clotting
disorders. Our hospital and clinic are staffed by specialized pediatric hematology
and oncology nurses who deliver excellent care.
The area's only pediatric cancer & blood disorders center
Pediatric Oncology
The center offers:
Pediatric Cancer Predisposition Clinic
Participation in clinical trials for the treatment of childhood cancers through Children’s
Oncology Group
Multidisciplinary care by highly skilled:
pediatric oncologists-hematologists
surgeons
radiologists
nurse practitioners supported by a medical social worker and registered dietitian
Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery and blood transfusions
An inpatient pediatric cancer unit
An outpatient clinic and day infusion center to reduce the number of admissions
Advanced, on-site diagnostic technology including a PET scanner
An oncology pharmacy staffed by pediatric pharmacists
Pediatric infusion and apheresis, or platelet-replacement therapy that come from a
single donor
An after-therapy clinic, for childhood cancer survivors, that delivers follow-up care
and helps patients maintain the best possible health status
Georgia Radiation Therapy Center
Gamma Knife for inoperable brain tumors
Stereotactic radiosurgery and radiotherapy, to treat cancer with a single high dose
of radiation
Child Life Specialists to help children understand and cope with treatment
Some childhood cancers have a hereditary predisposition due to an altered gene that
is transmitted from parent to offspring.
The Pediatric Cancer Predisposition Clinic at Children's Hospital of Georgia specializes
in assessing for this risk through a combination of a patient’s cancer history, family
history, and genetic testing. Results can influence patient care directly by influencing
treatment recommendations or testing for additional or new cancers for which the patient
may be at risk. The results can benefit the family members if they are also at risk.
Contact Us
Hem/Onc Clinic
706-721-4929
706-721-6149
State-of-the-Art Care for Children with Sickle Cell Disease
All children born in Georgia are screened for sickle cell disease at birth. That’s
because early diagnosis and specialized care can prevent death and serious complications
from this disorder.
Children’s Hospital of Georgia is the only facility in the area offering care for
children with sickle cell disease. The Augusta University Medical Center is a designated
State Center for the confirmation of children suspected of having sickle cell disease
and other hemoglobinopathies.
Sickle Cell Program
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The Sickle Center offers:
Diagnosis and care by pediatric hematologists and nurse practitioner who specialize
in sickle cell disease
Clinic for transfusions and short term acute care
Newborn screening and new patient evaluation
Transcranial Doppler ultrasound testing and interpretation for stroke prevention
A full range of treatments including hydroxyurea, penicillin prophylaxis, vaccinations
against bacterial pneumonia, flu vaccination, folic acid supplement, pain management,
treatments to eliminate excess iron, and a full range of infusion and apheresis services
Comprehensive Care for Hemophilia in Children
Children with hemophilia need easy access to comprehensive care by physicians who
understand this inherited blood disorder. Children's Hospital of Georgia operates
the area’s only pediatric hemophilia program.
Hemophilia Program
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The program offers:
Expert care by pediatric oncologists-hematologists and nurse who specialize in hemophilia
A hemophilia clinic that meets twice a month and delivers multidisciplinary care by
a pediatric oncologist-hematologist, medical social worker and physical therapists
Diagnosis, evaluation, multidisciplinary care, surgery and management for hemophilia
and other hereditary hemorrhagic or thrombotic disorders
Prophylaxis, or factor-replacement infusions to increase clotting levels and prevent
bleeding
Quick referrals to pediatric dentists, orthopedic surgeons, neurologists and other
physicians
Related Links
Camp Strong Heart
Camp Strong Heart is a two-day overnight summer camp for children and adolescents
who have been diagnosed with cardiac related diagnoses and are treated at the Children’s
Hospital of Georgia. Camp Strong Heart is held at Camp Lakeside in Lincoln County,
Georgia.Camp Strong Heart
American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a non-profit organization in the United States that
funds cardiovascular medical research, educates consumers on healthy living and fosters
appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular
disease and stroke.
