Pediatric Hemato-Oncology

The Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology plays a central role in the treatment of pediatric cancer and rare blood disorders in the Daegu-Gyeongbuk region, striving to provide the best possible care for our patients.

Main Areas of Treatment

• Blood Cancer Treatment: Professional chemotherapy for pediatric blood cancers, including acute lymphoblastic leukemia, acute myelogenous leukemia, and others.

• Bone Marrow Failure and Rare Blood Disorders Management: Diagnosis and treatment of rare diseases such as aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, hemophilia, and more.

• Solid Tumor Treatment: Personalized treatment for various pediatric solid tumors.

• Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for patients with refractory blood cancers and bone marrow failure.

Specialized Consultation and Treatment Environment

To improve the cure rates and quality of life for our patients, we operate the following multidisciplinary collaboration system:

• Cooperation with various medical departments, including Diagnostic Laboratory Medicine, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Thoracic Surgery, and Pediatric Surgery.

• Operation of state-of-the-art pediatric sterile wards and outpatient chemotherapy infusion rooms for infection prevention and a safe treatment environment.

• A skilled nursing team and specialized medical staff responsible for the care and management of patients.

Support for Patients and Families

• Social and Psychological Support: Through coordination with the hospital’s social services department, we offer various activities and programs to help patients maintain their studies and psychological well-being during treatment.

• Hospital School: We support patients in minimizing academic gaps during treatment and ensuring smooth social reintegration.

The Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at Kyungpook National University Children’s Hospital is dedicated to providing professional treatment and compassionate care, helping patients and families find hope during their treatment journey and look forward to a healthy future. We will continue to lead in the treatment of pediatric cancer and rare diseases in the community and pursue ongoing research and efforts to improve cure rates and quality of life for our patients.

Doctors

Kim Ji Yun

Specialties: Pediatric Hematologic Oncology, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

● Kyungpook National University Hospital: PM Wednesday

▲ Children's Hospital: AM Tuesday, Thursday

Kim Sung Eun

Specialty: Pediatric Hematologic Oncology

● Kyungpook National University Hospital: PM Wednesday

▲ Children's Hospital: AM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday PM Wednesday, Friday

Sim Ye Ji

Specialty: Pediatric Hematologic Oncology

▲ Children's Hospital: AM Tuesday

PM Wednesday, Friday