One of the Largest Fanconi Anemia Centers in the World
The Fanconi Anemia Comprehensive Care Center at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is one of the largest in the world and the first of its kind in the United States.
The center is led by distinguished experts Stella M. Davies, MBBS, PhD, MRCP, Richard E. Harris, MD, Parinda Mehta, MD, and Franklin O. Smith III, MD. We provide compassionate, multidisciplinary care for children who have been diagnosed with Fanconi anemia, as well as support and education for families.
| Complementation Analysis |
These tests are used to help physicians understand the genetic cause of a patient’s Fanconi anemia, make treatment decisions
and possibly qualify
the patient for clinical research studies. Learn more .
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The Fanconi Anemia Comprehensive Care Center currently provides care for over 130 children patients, who come from throughout the United States and from many countries around the world.
Thorough Evaluation, Detailed Treatment Plan
Families usually come to the Fanconi Anemia Comprehensive Care Center at Cincinnati Children’s after their child has been diagnosed with Fanconi anemia.
The child's first visit includes:
- A thorough physical
- Blood tests
- Other tests to assess how the disease is affecting the child's body
- Consultations with other specialists at Cincinnati Children's, as needed
- An appointment with a social worker, who helps families connect with helpful resources
During the patient's evaluation, he or she may be seen by as many as 15 medical professionals. One strength of our center is that all of these tests, evaluations and consultations are coordinated so that they can be completed over a three- to four-day period. Without such coordination, the process could take up to six months.
After reviewing test results, members of the care team speak with the family about the child's health and treatment options. A written summary and treatment recommendations are also provided for the patient's family and referring physician.
