Childhood cancer is a type of cancer typically arising from primitive cells. Because of the special needs of children both physically and emotionally children are often treated by team specialists who know the difference between childhood and adult cancers. The team specialists include pediatric oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, pediatric oncology nurses and nurse practitioners. Teams [MORE] 1. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - Comprehensive cancer center providing supportive atmosphere, diagnostic capability and treatment for children. [Tennessee] 2. UMCC Pediatric Cancer Clinic - Affiliated with Mott Children's Hospital, the UMCC Pediatric Cancer Clinic at the University of Michigan treats pediatric cancers, as well as sickle cell disease, chronic neutropenias and chronic granulomatous disease. [Michigan] 3. Childrens Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases - Located at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and serving infants, children and adolescents. [California] 4. Cincinnati Children's Cancer Center - Located Cincinnati Children's Hospital, this center provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment, as well as research trials. [Ohio] 5. Dana-Farber: Jimmy Fund Clinic - Dedicated to treating childhood cancers. Provides information about programs, clinical research, stem cell transplant, and the health care team. [Massachusetts] 6. Mass General: Center for Pediatric Hematology and Oncology - Provides information on pediatric cancers and how to schedule an appointment. [Massachusetts] 7. MD Anderson Cancer Center: Children's Cancer Hospital - Information about programs, services, clinical trials, doctors, staff, and childhood cancer. [Texas] 8. Memorial Sloan-Kettering: Pediatric Cancer Care - Information about childhood cancers and resources for patients and their families, as well as counsel and practical information. [New York] 9. Phoenix Children's Cancer Center - Affiliated with the international Children's Cancer Group. Provides information on diagnosis, treatment, and care. [Arizona] 10. Staten Island Children's Cancer Center - Stressing advanced treatment in a family-oriented network, this affiliate of the North Shore University Health System provides diagnosis, treatment and support. [New York] 11. Sydney Children's Hospital: Centre for Cancer and Blood Disorders - Resource of this teaching hospital of the University of New South Wales offers information on childhood cancer, treatment options, and support. [Australia] 12. Texas Children's Cancer Center - Baylor University associated institution offers a full array of diagnostic and treatment modalities. [Texas]

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