Because the functions of blood are many and complex, there are many disorders that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. These conditions include anemias, bleeding disorders, as well as cancers of the blood.

Hematology is the scientific study of blood and blood-forming tissues. A hematologist is a physician who specializes in the functions and disorders of the blood.

For more information:

• Overview of Blood and Blood Components
• Bleeding Disorders
  • Hemophilia
  • Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura
• Other Blood Disorders
  • Anemia
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Hemolytic Anemia
  • Iron Deficiency Anemia
  • Megaloblastic (Pernicious) Anemia
  • Sickle Cell Anemia
  • Thalassemia
    • Alpha Thalassemia
    • Beta Thalassemia (Cooley's Anemia)
• Blood Donations and Blood Banking
• Blood Transfusions
• Bone Marrow Transplant
• Leukemia
• Glossary

Pediatric Care at Rush

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, is a leader in caring for children of all ages, from newborns through young adults.

At Rush, physicians from more than 30 specialties address the full range of pediatric diseases and congenital problems, from the common to the complex. Rush pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, nurses and other health professionals provide care that aims to fulfill community needs, empower parents and advance pediatric care.

For more information about the pediatric care at Rush visit the Rush Children’s Hospital home page.

Or phone (888) RUSH-KID or (888) 787-4543.

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Looking for a Doctor?

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, is a leader in caring for people of all ages, from newborns through older adults.

Just phone (888) 352-RUSH or (888) 352-7874 for help finding the Rush doctor who’s right for you.