Retinoblastoma Care at Cincinnati Children’s
Top-Ranked Pediatric Cancer Expertise
Cincinnati Children’s is ranked #1 in the nation for pediatric cancer care by U.S. News & World Report. Families trust our cancer specialists for expert diagnosis and care for rare pediatric tumors like retinoblastoma.
Our program treats children with unilateral, bilateral and complex retinoblastoma. We also evaluate children with rare tumors such as medulloepithelioma.
Advanced Treatments for Rare Eye Tumors
Our team offers a full range of therapies for retinoblastoma. These include systemic chemotherapy, intra-arterial chemotherapy, intravitreal chemotherapy, cryotherapy, laser therapy, radiation therapy, and stem cell transplant treatments.
For some children, surgery to remove the eye (enucleation) may be the safest option. When this is needed, our specialists provide careful guidance and support for families before and after surgery.
Team Approach to Retinoblastoma Care
Children with retinoblastoma benefit from a coordinated team-based care model. Our specialists include pediatric oncologists, ocular oncologists, neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, stem cell transplant specialists, genetic counselors, and ophthalmology experts.
These specialists meet and collaborate to create a unified care plan for each child. This approach supports faster decisions and more complete care.
Personalized Care and Family Support
Every child receives a personalized care plan based on their tumor type, genetics and overall health. Our program also evaluates families through our cancer predisposition clinic when genetic risk is suspected.
Families work closely with a dedicated nurse coordinator who helps schedule follow-up visits, imaging, tests and treatment appointments. They also help answer questions and guide families through the care journey.
