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Pediatric Hematology

Personalized Blood Disorder Treatment for Kids Across New Jersey

If your child is being evaluated for a blood disorder, such as anemia, a platelet condition, or a clotting issue, it’s natural to have concerns. These conditions can affect everything from energy levels to immune function, and it’s important to know you’re not facing it alone.

At Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, our pediatric hematology specialists provide expert care tailored to the unique needs of children, from infants to teenagers. With locations across New Jersey, we make it easier for families to access diagnostic testing, treatment plans, and long-term support close to home.

Our care team includes board-certified pediatric hematologists, nurses, psychologists, and social workers who work together to support families at every step, whether your child is managing a common condition like iron-deficiency anemia or a more complex blood disorder.

Comprehensive Pediatric Hematology Services

At Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, your child has access to a multidisciplinary team that includes pediatric hematologists, advanced practice nurses, pediatric oncologists, social workers, psychologists, and other pediatric specialists. Our team works together to provide comprehensive, personalized care and long-term support.

We offer a wide range of diagnostic and treatment services, including:

We also offer specialized programs tailored to specific conditions:

Hemostasis and Thrombosis Program

Our team helps diagnose and manage bleeding and clotting disorders with evidence-based treatments, including new protocols for anticoagulation and diagnostics.

Sickle Cell Disease Program

We enhance quality of life through prevention, maintenance therapies, and advanced options like gene therapy and bone marrow / stem cell transplantation.

If your child has a blood disorder, know that you’re not alone. We’re here to provide guidance, clarity, and expert care so your child can keep moving forward.

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Answers to Common Questions About Your Child’s Blood Health

Early symptoms can include fatigue, frequent infections, unexplained bruising or bleeding, and pale skin. If you’re concerned, speak to your child’s pediatrician or hematology specialist.
We care for children with a wide range of conditions including sickle cell disease, hemophilia, anemia, thalassemia, platelet disorders, clotting disorders, and more.
While a matched sibling donor is ideal, our team offers curative transplantation options even for children without a matched sibling, thanks to participation in national studies.
Our child life specialists and care team work closely with families to help children feel safe, informed, and supported before and during procedures.
Yes, Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health offers access to expert pediatric hematologists at locations throughout New Jersey, including Hackensack, Neptune, and other regional centers.

Contact Us

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital

at Hackensack University Medical Center
30 Prospect Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601

Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular/Gene Therapies
Call: 551-996-5600

Survivorship/Late Effects Program (Cure and Beyond)
Call: 201-487-8987

Hematology / Oncology
Call: 551-996-5437

K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital

at Jersey Shore University Medical Center
19 Davis Ave, 5th Floor, Neptune, NJ

Hematology / Oncology
Survivorship
Call: 732-897-3400

Why Families Choose Us for Pediatric Hematology in New Jersey

We’re proud to be New Jersey’s first and largest hospital system to offer curative transplantation for children with sickle cell anemia, even for patients without matched sibling donors, through a national study.

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Our Thrombosis Program delivers the most advanced care for children diagnosed with venous or arterial thrombosis. We use cutting-edge techniques and early-detection tools to help reduce risk and improve outcomes.

Cutting Edge Services

Through clinical trials and research studies, our pediatric hematology team is helping shape the future of treatment for conditions like thalassemia and sickle cell anemia. We’re focused on safer, less intense treatments that make a big difference in children's lives.

Clinical Trials

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