The Charles-Bruneau Pediatric Hemato-Oncology Unit is a hospital department specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care of children with cancer and blood disorders. It provides specialized, safe care focused on the child and their family, emphasizing close collaboration between parents and the interdisciplinary team.

The unit supports children at every stage of their care journey, whether in the outpatient clinic, during hospitalizations, or long-term after the end of treatment.

Services offered

Outpatient hematology-oncology clinic

• Organization and follow-up of medical appointments
• Administration of treatments in individual cubicles
• Care requiring sedation, with dedicated time slots
• Support and ongoing information for parents
• Prioritization of patients according to their clinical condition
• Playroom for children (room A-0103)
• Toy loans during treatment
• Access to free snacks and drinks provided by Leucan
• Catering options (cafeteria or packed meals, in accordance with safety regulations)

• Single rooms adapted to children's needs
• Parents may stay with their child day and night
• Active participation of parents in their child's daily care
• 24-hour medical and nursing supervision
• Strict hygiene and safety rules
• Access to:
  • Children's playroom
  • Teen lounge
  • Family lounge
  • Outdoor terrace
• Access to a shared kitchen for parents
• Free washer and dryer service
• Support from specialized teams throughout the hospitalization

• Social worker for psychosocial support and information on assistance programs
• Spiritual care services
• Volunteer support
• Personalized support based on family situation

• Access approximately 5 years after the end of treatment
• Annual follow-up or tailored to the child's needs
• Screening and management of late complications
• Comprehensive assessment of physical and psychosocial health and lifestyle habits
• Referral to specialized resources, as needed
• Support for transition to adult care
• Educational approach promoting independence and understanding of the child's medical history

• Practical guide for families of children with cancer
• Educational video clips on:
  • Infection prevention
  • Home medication
  • Central lines
  • Nutrition
  • Vaccination
  • Emergency management
  • Returning to daycare or school
  • Dental care
  • Role of the special education teacher

• Lumbar puncture
• Bone marrow puncture