American Family Children's Hospital
Bleeding Disorders
Contact Information
(866) 737-6707
Internet Resources
National Hemophilia Foundation
Great Lakes Hemophilia Foundation
Information for Schools
The pediatric team at American Family Children's Hospital's Comprehensive Program for Bleeding Disorders is made up of hematologists, nurse specialists, social workers, physical therapists and geneticists. Taking a multi-faceted approach, specialists work with patients, family members and primary care providers to develop a plan for care.
In addition, pediatric specialists in orthopedics, dental care, gastroenterology, surgery and infectious diseases who are familiar with the needs of the hemophilia population are readily available for consultation and referrals.
Conditions
- Bleeding Disorders: Hemophilia
- Willebrand Disease
Services
Our services include:
- Diagnoses and therapeutic management of hemophilia A and B, von Willebrand disease and other bleeding disorders
- Self-infusion training provided by dedicated nursing staff
- Delivery of factor infusion products directly to clients' homes
- Ongoing collaboration with local health care providers and specialists
- Consultation and site visits to schools, clinics and community hospitals
- Seminars for clients, families and staff
- Assistance with applications for college scholarships
- Support for client involvement in summer camps
- Psychosocial support and case management
- Promotion of support group activities for individuals with bleeding disorders and their families
- Collaboration with various insurance carriers to establish contracts and provide cost-efficient care
- Client and family education
- Coordination of insurance and other payment sources to help reduce clients’ out-of-pocket health care expenses
- Assistance with referrals and applications to financial assistance programs
