At Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, members of the health care team will be in contact with the patient and family before, during, and after the transplant stay. They will describe the treatment plan and any changes that may be necessary. They will offer support and will be able to answer questions. We encourage patients and family members to ask questions so that they understand the reasons for the treatments and procedures recommended. The patients and families are vital members of the health care team. Our extensive network of support staff and experts is specially trained to help both the child and family through the transplant experience. Along with other members of the health care team, they strive to create a warm and helpful environment. In addition to our pediatric hematologists, oncologists, and stem cell transplant specialists, this team includes:
Andrea Christian, Social Worker Kristy Dawson, Recreational Therapist Mary Delaney, RN, Nurse Manager of the Day Hospital Pat Glusco, RN, Acting Nurse Manager, BMT Clinic Anjum Khan, Physical Therapist Karen Kristovich, RN, PNP, Nurse Practitioner Nancy Mason, Donor Coordinator Keniki McNeil, Case Manager Judy Modderman, Occupational Therapist Lisa Pinner, Clinical Coordinator Cheri Plungy, RN, Nurse Manager, Hematology/Oncology Unit Richard Shaw, MD, Psychiatrist Lucile Packard Children's Hospital is located in Palo Alto, adjacent to Stanford University Hospital, approximately 20 miles north of San Jose, CA and 40 miles south of San Francisco.
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