World-Class Care for Children in Need of Stem Cell Transplants

The Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Cellular Therapy Program a part of the Haley Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital was established to provide world-class care for children in need of stem cell transplants, ensuring that families in Central Florida and beyond have access to this lifesaving treatment.  

Since its inception two years ago, our program has grown by combining expert medical care with compassionate, family-centered support. With a multidisciplinary team of specialists, we offer personalized treatment plans, innovative therapies and comprehensive follow-up care to help children recover and thrive. 

Families in need of this treatment experience significant financial and logistical hardships. There is a distinct population of children undergoing lifesaving transplants for non-cancerous conditions — such as immune deficiencies and genetic disorders — who are ineligible for cancer-specific aid. Additionally, many drugs that are used in BMT have a narrow therapeutic drug window, meaning minor changes in dosing may have profound effects on efficacy or lead to unacceptable adverse effects and toxicity. 

The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, Inc. has awarded $20,000 to provide essential financial relief to these specific patients and families who are ineligible for other forms of assistance. Items such as meals, transportation and childcare support are available during treatment time. Funds will also assist with purchasing a model-informed precision dosing platform, InsightRx, which optimizes doses to improve efficiency, minimize life-threatening adverse effects and shorten hospital stays for BMT patients. 

The financial support made possible by the society’s Children’s Medical Fund provides our patients with the relief they need so they may continue to focus on their treatment and recovery.