Clinic Visits
The Hemophilia Clinic at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is the place where the child will see a hematologist (a specialist in blood problems). The clinic visit will help make us aware of the child's current hemophilia status and needs. A summary of the child's medical visit is then sent to the private family physician.
Since the goal of comprehensive care is to treat the whole person, not just the hemophilia, the team members at the clinic have experience and are trained to assist families with the many questions they may have. The clinic visit may be a time to address these concerns.
Blood Studies
In order to help us evaluate the child, we conduct periodic blood studies. These include a blood count, liver and hepatitis tests and clotting studies with inhibitor screen. The liver tests and hepatitis studies are important because hepatitis (a disease that affects the liver) is potentially transmitted through blood and blood products.
School Attendance
All members of the hemophilia team are sensitive to the importance of regular school attendance for all children, particularly the child with hemophilia, who may miss more school than average due to bleeding episodes. In general, clinic appointments are scheduled every six to twelve months for most children. Those with particular problems, such as frequent joint bleeds, may need to be seen more frequently. We will try to avoid unnecessary visits to minimize school absences.
Routine Visits
The routine clinic visit allows us to evaluate the child. It is important to keep these scheduled visits to ensure that the child is receiving the best treatment available. This time should be used to ask questions about the child's treatment.
The Hemophilia Clinic is located on the 5th floor of Location A within the Hematology / Oncology Outpatient Clinic area. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4 pm.
