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Cell Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplant Program

<p>Cell Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplant Program</p>

One of the nation’s largest pediatric transplant programs delivering life-saving care 

Our Program provides highly specialized, multidisciplinary care to patients from all 50 states and more than 55 countries. Ranked #1 in Texas, we perform more than 140 bone marrow and cell therapy transplants annually, including autologous and allogeneic procedures for malignant and non‑malignant conditions. Care is delivered in our 25‑bed inpatient transplant unit, the largest of its kind in the Southwestern U.S.  

What Sets Us Apart

Since 1997, our Program has delivered exceptional care to children, young adults, and their families within the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world. Our multicultural team reflects the communities we serve, while bringing deep subspecialty expertise and a commitment to supporting patients from diagnosis through long-term follow-up. 

Key features that set our Program apart are:  

  • A truly multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive care that evolves with each patient’s needs
  • Seven specialized clinics focused on the following areas: Graft‑Versus‑Host Disease (GVHD)│HemoglobinopathiesImmune Disorders│Infectious Disease│BMT Long-Term Survivorship│Neurometabolic Disorders│Renal Complications
  • Access to most commercially available gene therapies for sickle cell disease, thalassemia, and metabolic disorders
  • End-to-end gene and cell therapy capabilities with in-house manufacturing, and innovative therapy development with Baylor College of Medicine’s Center for Cell and Gene Therapy
  • Leadership in clinical research advancing cord blood and T cell therapies for resistant cancers   

Why Texas Children's Hospital? Committed to providing the highest quality of care

Our Bone Marrow Transplant Program has been accredited by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) since 2002. This prestigious recognition reflects our commitment to high-quality care and exceeding the current standards for patient safety and laboratory practices.

Cutting-edge Treatments  

Our Program provides comprehensive, personalized care using advanced transplant, cell, and gene therapies to treat a wide range of complex conditions. By combining innovative treatments with a focus on comfort and recovery, we help children and families achieve the best possible outcomes. Learn more about our Approaches

Mission

At the Cell Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplant Program, we are dedicated to:

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Comprehensive, Personalized Care

Expert diagnosis and tailored treatment through team-based, multidisciplinary approaches at every stage, including transition to adult care  

 

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Innovation and Research

Cutting-edge therapies, genetic discoveries and new drug development that drive progress and shape the future of advanced care 

 

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Education and Empowerment 

Training future leaders in cell therapy and bone marrow transplants while empowering patients and families through access to the latest innovations 

Cell Therapy & BMT Resources

Read about the conditions we treat and connect with advocacy organizations that can help you and your family throughout this journey

Patient & Family Support

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Connect With Our Care Team

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Top 10 in Cancer

Proud to be ranked one of the best children’s cancer centers in the country by U.S. News & World Report for nine consecutive years

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Our Team

Meet our team, who provide expert care and guidance from diagnosis to treatment for the best outcomes

Refer a Patient

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Clinical Trials

Learn about the clinical trials and novel therapies we offer for a wide range of children's cancer and blood disorders

Ways to Help

Support us in advancing our goal of curing all forms of childhood cancer and childhood blood disorders

Research

Discover our cutting-edge laboratory and clinical research, where we are developing new, more effective therapies

Our Locations

Texas Children's Hospital Wallace Tower

Texas Medical Center
6701 Fannin Street
Houston, TX 77030

Tel. 832-824-1000
 

Texas Children's Hospital West Campus

18200 Katy Fwy
Houston, TX 77094

Tel. 832-227-1000
 

Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands

17600 Interstate 45 South
The Woodlands, TX 77384

Tel. 936-267-5000
 

Texas Children's Hospital Austin

9835 North Lake Creek Parkway
Austin, TX 78717

Tel. 737-229-2000
 

Vannie Cook Children's Clinic

101 W. Expressway 83
McAllen, TX 78503

Tel. 956-661-9840