Stephen D. Hassenfeld Children’s Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders

The Stephen D. Hassenfeld Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, part of Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone, is one of the nation's leading facilities for treating children with cancers and blood disorders. Our doctors are experts in all types of childhood cancers, including leukemia, Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, brain and spinal cord tumors, neurofibromatosis, and bone and soft tissue sarcomas. We also specialize in platelet, white blood cell, and blood-clotting disorders. 

Although our goal is focused on providing the best medical care possible, we understand that your child needs more than just a treatment plan. We care for the whole family and extend our goals beyond merely conquering disease. We work to eradicate the physical, emotional, and psychological burden of a disease while looking toward the future. 

We do this by hosting holiday celebrations and providing homework assistance because we know that making children’s lives as normal as possible has a lasting and positive effect. We also host support groups and provide integrative health programs to address the emotional and psychological impacts of cancer treatment.

Your child’s healthcare team includes the primary doctor whom he or she sees regularly, as well as a coordinated team of nurse practitioners, nurses who specialize in hematology and oncology, social workers, child life specialists, psychologists, educators, nutritionists, and physical therapists. 

In addition, we offer guided imagery, yoga, pet and horticulture therapy, massage, and Reiki for both children and parents. 

At the Stephen D. Hassenfeld Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, your child receives the most advanced care appropriate for his or her condition in an environment that addresses medical needs as well as the social and emotional needs of your whole family.

More About Our Center

• Childhood Cancers & Blood Disorders We Treat

  We provide treatment for childhood cancers and blood disorders and are at the forefront of research for a cure.

• Your Care Team

  Your patient care team works together to ensure that all of your child’s medical and emotional needs are met.

• What to Expect from Your Visit

  Here’s what you need to know for your first doctor’s visit.

• Support for Your Treatment Journey

  We can help you and your child manage the stress and side effects of cancer treatment.

• Educational Resources

  We help children stay on track academically while they are here undergoing treatment.

• Events for Patients & Families

  Parties, celebrations, and recognitions are just some of the ways we find to let kids have fun.

• Support Groups

  Support groups can strengthen patients and their families during this emotionally challenging time.

• Wellness Programs

  Our wellness programs help to reduce stress and ease the side effects of your child’s treatment.

• Thriving! Survivorship Program

  We help patients manage their lives as cancer survivors after treatment is completed.

• Donate Supplies

  Donations of toys, art supplies, and more are greatly appreciated.