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Find comfort and reassurance in knowing your child is receiving the best care possible at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. Our compassionate, expert team of cancer specialists are why UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital’s pediatric cancer specialty program ranks among the nation’s best according to the 2024-25 U.S. News & World Report Rankings.

Meet Our Team
Welcome!
Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to providing our children with the most comprehensive care possible. Our staff provides a full range of care designed to support our patients and their families through all aspects of their journey. Our team is made up of pediatric hematologists and oncologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, and child life specialists.

Join our Team
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a globally recognized program at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, Florida’s premier children’s inpatient health center, renowned for delivering innovative and comprehensive care for pediatric oncology and hematology patients.

Education
Fellowship Program
Forming Future Pediatric Hematologist and Oncologist Physicians
The mission of the program is to provide a well-rounded education to the future pediatric hematologist and oncologist physicians which will start them on the path to a successful career that is best suited for them, whether it is academic, research, or clinical.

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology News
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