Pediatric Brain Tumor Program

Brain & Spinal Cord Tumors

Central nervous system tumors are among the most common cancers of childhood, second only to leukemia. Treatment of pediatric brain and spinal cord tumors involves multiple specialties and requires a multidisciplinary, team approach. Some children with brain tumors can be treated with surgery alone, but many times surgery, chemotherapy and radiation treatments are required as part of collaborative treatment plan.

Fast Facts about Brain & Spinal Cord Tumors:

Central nervous system tumors make up about 20% of all childhood cancers
Brain tumors are the second most common form of childhood cancer
2,000 children in the US are diagnosed with a primary brain tumor each year
About 230 children, or 10% of children in the US diagnosed with a brain tumor each year, are diagnosed in Florida.

The Pediatric Brain Tumor Program

The Pediatric Brain Tumor Program is a comprehensive team dedicated to the care of children, teenagers and young adults diagnosed with brain and spinal cord tumors. Led by Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist, or "brain tumor specialist" Dr. Amy Smith, the team provides the full range of medical and emotional support specific to pediatric brain tumor patients during and after treatment. We provide care and treatment in an environment that allows families to be involved in all aspects of their child's care. Our mission is to provide children and young adults diagnosed with brain & spinal cord tumors the most effective treatment options available while aggressively protecting their quality of life.

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