The Blood and Marrow Transplantation program offers children and families the hope of a potential cure for a wide range of diseases, including cancers (leukemia, lymphoma, brain tumors, and other solid tumors), blood disorders, immune system diseases, as well as many inherited genetic diseases and bone marrow failure syndromes. We are accredited for pediatric autologous transplantation by the Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapies (FACT).
Yale New Haven Children's Blood and Marrow Transplantation program offers bone marrow, peripheral blood stem cell and cord blood transplants. No matter what type of transplant your child receives, the cells we use are immature cells that grow into blood cells that your child needs: red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. These new cells develop into your child's new immune system.
Our offerings include:
The Blood and Marrow Transplantation team is composed of specially trained physicians and nurse practitioners prepared to care for the unique needs of patients undergoing transplantation.Our support services include a transplant coordinator, social worker, care coordinator, nutritionist, pharmacist, child life specialist, radiation oncologists, psychiatrist, physical therapist, spiritual care provider and music and art therapists.
The Children's Transplantation Unit is staffed by a team of specially trained nurses. The unit has HEPA-filtered patient rooms and a separate playroom with positive air pressure to keep our patients safe. Focused on the needs of families, the 4-bed unit features patient rooms with beautiful views and comfortable space for caregivers to stay overnight. They are equipped with innovative technology to accommodate the needs of patients and their families.
To schedule an appointment or to inquire about our program, call 203-785-4640.
The following web pages have information about how to donate cord blood and marrow:
