Texas Children's Cancer and Hematology Center

Texas Children's Cancer and Hematology Center One of the largest pediatric hematology and cancer programs in the United States, and the #1 program in Texas.
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With a staff of renowned experts in the treatment and research of pediatric and adolescent cancer, we have developed a wide array of programs aimed at curing children with diagnoses ranging from the most common to the very rare. We offer treatment to children with all forms of pediatric cancer and blood disorders, from the most common to the most rare. Visit us online | http://txch.org
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✨At the The Faris Foundation 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆, patients at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center created gratitude jars—m...
12/30/2025

✨At the The Faris Foundation 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆, patients at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center created gratitude jars—mason jars decorated with colorful clay, filled with fairy lights, and a handwritten note of gratitude.

The event enabled children and their families to express themselves and create a keepsake that reminds them of the things that matter most.

Thank you to The Faris Foundation for bringing this uplifting activity to our Center and brightening spirits during this time of year.

📸 See photos from the event!

ℹ️🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

Happy to share that Dr. Ken McClain, Co-Director of the Histiocytosis Program at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Ce...
12/23/2025

Happy to share that Dr. Ken McClain, Co-Director of the Histiocytosis Program at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center, has received the 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱, the highest honor from the Histiocyte Society. This lifetime achievement award recognizes his extraordinary contributions to understanding and treating histiocytic disorders.

Dr. McClain has led international clinical trials that defined treatment protocols, advanced research into the biology of these rare immune diseases and mentored the next generation of specialists. His work has shaped global standards of care.

The award was presented during the Society’s 41st Annual Meeting in Seattle on September 30, 2025. A special thank you to Dr. Carl Allen, who serves as Co-Director of the Histiocytosis Program, for presenting this honor during the meeting.

👏 Join us in celebrating this outstanding honor!

Learn more about Texas Children’s Histiocytosis Program: https://www.texaschildrens.org/content/for-physicians-health-briefs/how-texas-childrens-revolutionizing-lch-care-with-precision

ℹ️ The Histiocyte Society, founded in 1985, is the leading international organization for histiocytic disorders, setting diagnostic and treatment guidelines worldwide. https://www.histiocytesociety.org/



🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

12/19/2025

Positive news about therapies for sickle cell disease (SCD) and transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia was tempered by disappointing findings from a study on acute care for severe SCD pain episodes during a press conference held in advance of the 2025 American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting an...

🎬 Patients and siblings at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center premiered 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁, an animated film they crea...
12/17/2025

🎬 Patients and siblings at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center premiered 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁, an animated film they created through the The Periwinkle Foundation Arts in Medicine Program in partnership with Aurora Picture Show.

Watch the film here: https://vimeo.com/1136999037

Over the past year, artist-teachers from Aurora Picture Show led monthly workshops where participants imagined exploring a distant planet and discovering new species. Using stop-motion animation, they designed hybrid animals, habitats and unique abilities—bringing their creativity to life in a collaborative film.

In total, 43 participants contributed to the newly discovered ‘species’– including the Frogasaurus Rex🦕, Turtlesaur🐢 and Unicorn Mermaid🦄.

The clinic screening was a celebration of their hard work and imagination. 🌟 Check out the film and celebrate these incredible young creators!

ℹ️🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

Watch now: Houston Public Media’s 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 sat down with Drs. Will Parsons and Shoba Navai from Texas Children’s ...
12/11/2025

Watch now: Houston Public Media’s 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 sat down with Drs. Will Parsons and Shoba Navai from Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center to discuss the 𝗦𝗸𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿—a program changing the future of pediatric cancer care.

🎙️▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/live/M-B7UhH05BY?t=1733s

Hosted by Craig Cohen and produced by Michael Hagerty, this conversation explores how therapies like CAR-T cells are giving hope to families worldwide.

💡 Did you know? Less than 4% of federal cancer funding goes to pediatrics. That’s why partners like Sky High For Kids are critical in driving research and clinical trials.



ℹ️🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

📸 Enjoy photos from our annual 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆! 🍬 The incredible winter scenes—complete ...
12/10/2025

📸 Enjoy photos from our annual 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆! 🍬 The incredible winter scenes—complete with creatively decorated houses—were made by patients and families at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center.

For children who have undergone a hematopoietic stem cell transplant, isolation during recovery can make social connection difficult. That’s why our Bone Marrow Transplant Clinic hosts this special event for patients more than one-year post-transplant. It’s a chance to gather, celebrate the season, and share experiences with others who truly understand.

The Bone Marrow Transplant Clinic is part of our Cell Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplant Program, dedicated to improving outcomes for children with cancer and blood disorders.

ℹ️Learn more about the program: https://www.texaschildrens.org/departments/cell-therapy-and-bone-marrow-transplant

ℹ️🏥Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

🏅 Congratulations to Camila Pabon, MD, a pediatric hematology-oncology fellow at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Ce...
12/10/2025

🏅 Congratulations to Camila Pabon, MD, a pediatric hematology-oncology fellow at Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center, on receiving a 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗔𝗦𝗛 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 from the American Society of Hematology! This honor recognizes outstanding research shared at the 67th ASH Annual Meeting.

Dr. Pabon’s abstract, 𝘖𝘶𝘵𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘈𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘶𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘔𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘋𝘪𝘢𝘨𝘯𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘥, sheds light on the long-term challenges faced by childhood cancer survivors and the barriers to accessing lifelong survivorship care. Her work is helping advance care and improve outcomes for children with cancer and blood disorders.

Read the abstract here: https://meetings-api.hematology.org/api/abstract/vmpreview/301539

Dr. Pabon’s profile: https://www.texaschildrens.org/find-a-provider/camila-pabon-md



ℹ️🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

🎁 ’Tis the season to give hope! One simple cheek swab could help save a life. 📅 Stop by Dec. 10, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Auxilia...
12/09/2025

🎁 ’Tis the season to give hope! One simple cheek swab could help save a life.
📅 Stop by Dec. 10, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Auxiliary Bridge at Texas Children’s Hospital.

NMDP (formerly Be The Match) is hosting our fifth cheek-swab registration event to help patients with leukemia, sickle cell disease, and other life-threatening conditions find life-saving blood stem cell donors. Registration takes just 5–7 minutes, and if you’re between 18–40, you could be the match that saves a life!

Every new donor matters—especially for patients who need a match that reflects their unique background. By joining the registry, you bring hope to families waiting for a second chance.

✅ Register, swab, and learn how you can make a difference this holiday season.

Learn more and read inspiring stories from providers who’ve already saved lives: https://www.texaschildrens.org/content/news/texas-childrens-and-be-match-partner-hold-cheek-week-event



ℹ️🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

1 in 5 children in the U.S. will experience iron deficiency anemia—Paisley was one of them.She faced an intestinal bleed...
11/26/2025

1 in 5 children in the U.S. will experience iron deficiency anemia—Paisley was one of them.

She faced an intestinal bleed and iron deficiency anemia, and when oral treatments didn’t work, she completed eight iron infusions and multiple surgeries—all while staying curious, asking questions, and yes… chewing lots of ice. 🧊

Through it all, Paisley grew into a strong self-advocate, tackling every appointment and challenge with courage. Today, she’s thriving—playing soccer, camping, exploring the outdoors, and laughing alongside her favorite people. ⚽️⛺️

In her mom’s words: “Ask questions, lean on your care team, and don’t hesitate to advocate for your child. The doctors and staff at Texas Children’s have been with us through every twist and turn, and we are so grateful.”

Learn more about Texas Children’s Iron Disorders and Nutritional Anemias Program: http://ms.spr.ly/6181tXF8D. ❤️

At Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center, we’re celebrating faculty who have secured competitive grants that will ...
11/26/2025

At Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center, we’re celebrating faculty who have secured competitive grants that will drive innovation in immunotherapy, genomics, address disparities in leukemia care, and advance multidisciplinary research training in blood disorders.

See below for the list of Principal Investigators and projects recently awarded funding (pictured above, from top left to right by row):

• Alison A. Bertuch, MD, PhD | Houston Area Incubator for Kidney, Urologic, and Hematologic Research Training (HAI-KUH) – National Institutes of Health (NIH)

• Ahmed Gad, PhD | Tuning Chimeric Antigen Receptor T Cell Activity in Brain Cancer Patients – American Brain Tumor Association

• Marco Gallo, PhD | Targeting Core Malignant Programs in Pediatric High-Grade Gliomas – Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

• Maria Monica Gramatges, MD, PhD | Reducing Ethnic Disparities in AML (REDIAL) – National Cancer Institute (NCI)(U54 SPORE) & NIH

• Michele S. Redell, MD, PhD | Better Monitoring for Better Outcomes in Pediatric AML – Leukemia Texas

• Eric S. Schafer, MD, MHS | Research Specialist (Clinician Scientist) Award – NCI

Thank you to these funding agencies and our dedicated faculty for advancing care and research for young patients.



ℹ️🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

Sharing a recap of the recent Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Quality and Safety (PHOQS) Conference, where experts sha...
11/25/2025

Sharing a recap of the recent Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Quality and Safety (PHOQS) Conference, where experts shared strategies to strengthen safety culture and improve quality in care for children with cancer & blood disorders. 🌟

A big thanks to our Keynote speaker, Dan Hyman, MD, who shared insights on leadership and safety culture.

Thank you to those who presented impactful projects, including Children’s Hospital Early Warning Score (CHEWS) for recognizing deteriorating patients (Fan Fan Shen, MD; Shelby Boone, MSN, APRN, CPNP-AC, CPN) and the Lovenox Better Education Super Team (BEST) initiative (Mary Shapiro, MD; Sarah Sartain, MD).

Nursing excellence was front and center with a multidisciplinary PHOQS Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Workshop led by experts from St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Texas Children’s (including Shelby Boone, MSN, APRN, CPNP-AC, CPN and Jill Sarro, MSN, RN, CPHON).

A special shoutout to our PHOQS Leader Awardees, Emily Mueller, MD, and Meera Rayar, MD, for their outstanding contributions!

A heartfelt thank you to Northwestern Mutual for supporting this vital work. Check out the event photos and join us in celebrating this collaborative effort to strengthen safety and quality in pediatric care.

ℹ️🏥 Texas Children's Hospital and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are joining forces to launch the Kinder Children's Cancer Center in 2026. Learn more: kinderchildrenscancercenter.org

Today on International Ewing Sarcoma Awareness Day, we’re honored to share Brailynn’s story—a survivor, an artist, an au...
11/22/2025

Today on International Ewing Sarcoma Awareness Day, we’re honored to share Brailynn’s story—a survivor, an artist, an author, and a powerful reminder of just how strong kids can be. 🎗️

When a small cyst began to grow and change color, her family pushed for answers. Hearing the words Ewing sarcoma changed everything. From day one, Brailynn showed incredible courage—facing her fear of needles, pushing through chemo treatments, and finding strength even on the hardest days.

Along the way, she discovered her voice and her creativity. Brailynn designed a chemo shirt with special buttons to help maintain a sterile field during port access, and she wrote and illustrated her own book to help other children feel less scared during treatment. 📚

Her book is more than a story—it’s a resource. Child Life Specialists now use it to comfort and empower newly diagnosed children, helping them cope with the unknown and feel less alone. It’s available on Amazon, continuing Brailynn’s mission to make a difference.

In September, Brailynn rang the bell. Today, she’s back in school, joining the yearbook committee, painting, drawing, and dreaming up more books to write. ✨

Her advice to other kids: “You’re stronger than you think you are.”
And from her mom: “Take it one day at a time, keep as normal a routine as you can, and always hold on to hope.”

The Faris D. Virani Ewing Sarcoma Center at Texas Children’s is dedicated to advancing research and treatment for children like Brailynn. We’re grateful to partner with The Faris Foundation in this work. ❤️

Read more about Brailynn’s story: http://ms.spr.ly/6186tpkN0.

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