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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers Find Pediatric Brain Tumor Survivors Are At-Risk for Social Deficits, Fewer Friendships, and Poor Peer Relationships
In a recent study, researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) demonstrated that children treated for brain tumors face persistent social challenges, including limited friendships and reduced peer acceptance, extending into adulthood. The study is the first to link disruptions in white matter connectivity to impaired social functioning in survivors of pediatric brain tumors.
CHOP, a PTEN Foundation Center of Excellence, Hosts PTEN Conference
As a designated PTEN Center of Excellence, CHOP offers the highest standards in multidisciplinary care.
Supporting Adolescents and Young Adults with Medication Adherence during Cancer Treatment
There are many reasons why patients miss taking doses of medications. These 10 tips can help.
Two CHOP Physicians Present at PTEN Symposium
Drs. Adams and MacFarland among select group of conference speakers.
How to Build and Maintain a Child’s Resilience
Whether at home or in the hospital, these strategies can assist children to recover and adapt in difficult situations.
New Treatment Shows Success in High-Risk Solid Tumors
The CHOP-engineered therapy overcomes common drug resistance and has potential to elicit fewer toxicities than most cancer treatments.
Family Art Making: Summertime Connection, Creativity and Fun
Within the Cancer Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), art therapy offers support to patients and families during hospitalization and treatment.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Podcast Features CHOP Oncology Social Worker
Chelsea Keeler, MSW, LSW, discusses the growing field of psychosocial care for pediatric patients.
Cancer Predisposition in Children: Increasing Awareness
A CHOP program is focused on identifying children who are predisposed to develop cancer and using surveillance testing to detect cancers early.
Streamlining Care for Patients with Neurofibromatosis Type 1
The Neurofibromatosis Multidisciplinary Clinic allows patients with NF1 to see three or more specialists in one day, allowing for a seamless flow of appointments from morning until afternoon.