
Infusion Center
UCSF's pediatric Infusion Center provides a calm and friendly environment where children with chronic illness such as hemophilia, sickle cell disease and cancer get the blood transfusions, chemotherapy or other transfused or infused therapies they need. The Apheresis Program at the Infusion Center offers red blood cell exchanges for patients with sickle cell disease and stem cell collection for bone marrow transplant patients.
From the specialized staff and approach to care to the physical space, every aspect of the Infusion Center was designed with kids in mind. Our nursing staff is completely pediatric-focused and experienced in caring for children. So are the pharmacists, who will help develop your child's treatment plan and determine the optimal dosage and timing of the therapy your child needs.
We understand the challenges young patients face, and we offer several resources to provide age-appropriate emotional support in a welcoming and comfortable setting:
- Entertainment centers to enjoy while receiving treatment in our reclining chairs
- Visits from child life specialists to support and engage your child during treatment
- Private rooms with TVs for procedures like spinal taps or for immune-compromised patients who need to be isolated
- Play area stocked with toys, books and art supplies
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Awards & recognition
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Best in Northern California for cancer care
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Ranked among the nation's best in 10 specialties
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What to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your child's condition
- List of medications, including dosages, plus any your child is allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
New visitor rules
Patients may have only one visitor at a time and switch visitors twice a day. Thanks!

Your Stay
We offer valuable information to help you plan for your child's upcoming hospital stay. Find out about food services, family accommodations and more.
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Your Child's Care Team
Our doctors, nurses, child life specialists and other providers have special training to care for children. Meet your child's care team.
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Interpreter Services & Communication Assistance
Interpreter services in many languages and TDDs are available for families that need help communicating with care teams. Here's how to access them.
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