Red Blood Cell Disorders Clinic
At Vanderbilt we understand that red blood cell disorders require a correct diagnosis from the beginning. The treatment we offer your child depends on what problems anemia is causing. The Red Blood Cell Disorders Clinic at Monroe Carell is here to provide you and your family a diagnosis that leads to the best treatment.
Services we offer
- Comprehensive, family-centered care
- Education and counseling
- Advocacy programs with local, regional, and national organizations
- Participation in clinical trials and research
Meet Your Care Team
Michael R. DeBaunMD, MPH
- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Sickle Cell Disease
Heather L. McDanielMD, MSCI
- General Hematology and Oncology, Hemostasis and Thrombosis, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Why Choose Care for Red Blood Cell Disorders at Monroe Carell
- Experience in blood disorders
Our medical professionals and family support team members have experience and special interest in caring for children and young adults with blood disorders and blood clotting problems. We work closely with your family to determine the best treatment options and approach.
- Comprehensive care
We offer a comprehensive program for care of children with bleeding, clotting and blood cell disorders within our clinic as well as throughout the hospital. Our team consists of physicians, clinical nurses, case managers, social workers, child life specialists and pharmacists. All team members work to provide complete care and education for you and your child.
- Dedicated lab services
Monroe Carell’s hematology clinic offers dedicated laboratory services. We quickly and accurately make the correct diagnosis of such blood-related disorders as sickle cell disease, thrombosis and anemia to bring treatment sooner to your child. We can also provide blood transfusion and intravenous medicine infusion in our clinic. This maximizes convenience and safety.