for children with cancer and blood disorders is the life work of the Pediatric Cancer Team led by nationally known expert Cameron Tebbi, M.D. Children receive diagnosis and treatment in a team approach with numerous health care professionals lending their expertise:
- Pediatric oncology/hematology physician specialists
- Pediatric nurses and nurse practitioners
- Certified child life specialists
- Pediatric social workers
- Chaplains
- Pediatric radiation oncologists
- Pediatric research nurse
- Occupational, physical and speech therapists
- Audiologists
Inpatient Program
Pediatric patients with cancer or blood disorders are admitted to child-friendly St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, where large, colorful rooms are grouped in small clusters according to the child's age. Should acute care become necessary, a top-notch pediatric intensive care unit is available with full-time board certified pediatric intensivist physicians. Specially trained pediatric nurses provide around-the-clock care.
Outpatient Care
A busy outpatient hematology/oncology clinic provides ongoing treatment for children in a friendly, family-centered environment on the first floor of the St. Joseph's Cancer Institute.
Radiation Therapy
The Fred J. Woods Radiation Therapy Center offers state-of-the-art medical technology for the treatment of cancer. A full-time pediatric radiation oncologist and a team of pediatric radiation therapists provide care for children.
Support for Children & Families
Children, adolescent, sibling & parent support groups
Special camps for children and teens with cancer
Social work and pastoral care support for families
Full-time hospital home-bound teacher and on-site school
Pediatric Cancer Research Laboratory
A highly skilled research team led by Dr. Tebbi conducts laboratory testing for clinical research studies and basic science research related to children's hematology and oncology.
Location & Phone Number
Outpatient Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
1st floor, St. Joseph's Cancer Institute
Corner of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Habana Ave.
(813) 870-4824
Medical Director: Cameron Tebbi, M.D. 
