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Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children
Claim this profileWilmington, Delaware 19803
Global Leader in Leukemia
Global Leader in Tumors
Conducts research for Brain Tumor
Conducts research for Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma
Conducts research for Lymphoma
381 reported clinical trials
16 medical researchers
Summary
Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children is a medical facility located in Wilmington, Delaware. This center is recognized for care of Leukemia, Tumors, Brain Tumor, Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma, Lymphoma and other specialties. Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children is involved with conducting 381 clinical trials across 622 conditions. There are 16 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Scott M. Bradfield, Ramamoorthy Nagasubramanian, Emi H. Caywood, and Suken Shah, MD.Area of expertise
1Leukemia
Global LeaderStage II
Philadelphia chromosome positive
BCR-ABL1 positive
2Tumors
Global LeaderStage IV
Stage I
Stage II
Top PIs
Scott M. BradfieldAlfred I duPont Hospital for Children6 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Brain Tumor
Expert in Tumors
42 reported clinical trials
78 drugs studied
Ramamoorthy NagasubramanianNemours Children's Hospital3 years of reported clinical research
Studies Tumors
Studies Neuroblastoma
28 reported clinical trials
62 drugs studied
Emi H. CaywoodAlfred I duPont Hospital for Children5 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Leukemia
Studies Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma
21 reported clinical trials
57 drugs studied
Suken Shah, MDAlfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children3 years of reported clinical research
Studies Scoliosis
Studies Early-Onset Scoliosis
4 reported clinical trials
6 drugs studied
Clinical Trials running at Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children
Brain Tumor
Rhabdomyosarcoma
Leukemia
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Osteosarcoma
Germ Cell Tumors
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
Lymphoma
Selumetinib vs Carboplatin/Vincristine
for Brain Cancer
This study is evaluating whether a drug which blocks enzymes that tumor cells need for growth may help treat low-grade glioma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 328 criteria
Selumetinib vs. Chemotherapy
for Brain Cancer
This study is evaluating whether a drug called selumetinib may help treat low-grade glioma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 3
Selumetinib + Vinblastine
for Low-Grade Glioma
This study is evaluating whether a combination of two drugs may be more effective than one drug alone in treating low-grade glioma.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 339 criteria
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of research happens at Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children?
Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children is a medical facility located in Wilmington, Delaware. This center is recognized for care of Leukemia, Tumors, Brain Tumor, Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma, Lymphoma and other specialties. Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children is involved with conducting 381 clinical trials across 622 conditions. There are 16 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Scott M. Bradfield, Ramamoorthy Nagasubramanian, Emi H. Caywood, and Suken Shah, MD.
Where is Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children located?
**Directions to Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children:**
- **From the North or South:** Take I-95 to Exit 8. Follow US 202 North to Route 141, then turn left onto Route 141.
- **Address:** 1600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE 19803.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
For financial assistance at Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children, families can apply through Nemours Children's Health Financial Assistance Program for reduced rates or no charge care for qualifying patients. Contact Nemours Financial Services or visit Nemours.org for application details and guidelines, where financial advocates are also available to assist. For insurance inquiries, reach out to the Patient Accounts department at Dupont Hospital.
What insurance does Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children accept?
The Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children accepts various insurance plans, including Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware and Highmark of Pennsylvania through the BlueCard program. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey terminated its hospital contract with Nemours/Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children in 2014, making it out of network for Horizon BCBSNJ members. Nemours Children's Health accepts many types of insurance plans; however, it's crucial to check with your insurance provider regarding coverage for specific services.
What awards or recognition has Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children received?
Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, Delaware, is renowned for its research and care in chronic and rare childhood diseases. Supported by the Nemours Foundation since 1936, it has achieved Magnet status multiple times and is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report’s Top Children’s Hospital awards. The hospital also offers biomedical research fellowship training and undergraduate summer scholarship programs for medical students.