Why Choose Us
Top-rated Care for Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders
Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center offers the combined expertise of both a world class cancer center and an
internationally renowned children’s hospital. Neighboring institutes connected by pedestrian bridges, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Boston Children’s Hospital work together to offer seamless,
integrated care for children with all types of cancer and blood disorders –
including the rarest and most complex cases. Through our joint partnership,
Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s offers more specialists, more treatment options, and
more clinical trials than almost any other pediatric center treating cancer and blood disorders in the world.
Our 5-year cancer survival rates top national averages – even though we attract many of the most complex cases across the U.S. and around the world.
* National 5-year survival rates based on SEER data for pediatric patients diagnosed 2005-2011.
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- Our numbers: This infographic shares the numbers behind our program, to show what makes us a world class pediatric cancer center.
- Expertise: We provide specialized in-depth expertise in treating children with cancer and blood disorders.
- Innovative approaches: We offer a range of innovative approaches to the treatment of pediatric cancer and blood disorders.
- Survivorship: Caring for children with cancer and blood disorders doesn’t end after treatment. Our survivorship programs are the nation’s models for cancer survivorship care.
- Global health: Our Global Health Initiative is a leader in developing outreach initiatives that improve outcomes and survival rates for children with cancer and blood disorders worldwide.
- Our leadership: Our leadership team members are internationally recognized researchers and physicians.
- History and milestones: Dana-Farber/Boston Children's has a long history as a world leader in the research and treatment of cancer and blood disorders.