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Texas Children's Hospital
Claim this profileHouston, Texas 77030
Global Leader in Lymphoma
Global Leader in Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome
Conducts research for Cancer
Conducts research for Brain Tumor
Conducts research for Childhood Cancer
782 reported clinical trials
118 medical researchers
Summary
Texas Children's Hospital is a medical facility located in Houston, Texas. This center is recognized for care of Lymphoma, Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Cancer, Brain Tumor, Childhood Cancer and other specialties. Texas Children's Hospital is involved with conducting 782 clinical trials across 1,113 conditions. There are 118 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Jennifer Foster, MD, Patricia Baxter, MD, Carlos Ramos, MD, and Rayne H. Rouce.Area of expertise
1Lymphoma
Global LeaderStage IV
CD30 positive
EBV positive
2Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome
Global LeaderMECP2 positive
FBN1 positive
UBE3A positive
Top PIs
Jennifer Foster, MDBaylor College of Medicine/Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center2 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Neuroblastoma
Expert in Cancer
34 reported clinical trials
53 drugs studied
Patricia Baxter, MDTexas Children's Hospital2 years of reported clinical research
Expert in Brain Tumor
Expert in Benign Glioma
32 reported clinical trials
40 drugs studied
Carlos Ramos, MDHouston Methodist Hospital2 years of reported clinical research
Studies Lymphoma
Studies Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
12 reported clinical trials
16 drugs studied
Rayne H. RouceTexas Children's Hospital5 years of reported clinical research
Studies Lymphoma
Studies Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
9 reported clinical trials
20 drugs studied
Clinical Trials running at Texas Children's Hospital
Brain Tumor
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Crohn's Disease
Lymphoma
Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome
Cystic Fibrosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Childhood Cancer
Craniopharyngioma
Cancer
DAY101 vs. Chemotherapy
for Pediatric Brain Cancer
This trial is testing tovorafenib, a medication given alone, in children with a specific type of brain tumor. The drug works by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells grow.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 3
Nivolumab + DAY101
for Craniopharyngioma
The current study assesses the tolerability and efficacy of combination therapy with PD-1 (nivolumab) and pan-RAF-kinase (Tovorafenib) inhibition for the treatment of children and young adults with craniopharyngioma.
Recruiting1 award Phase 210 criteria
MEKTOVI
for Pediatric Craniopharyngioma
This trial tests MEKTOVI, a pill that targets cancer growth proteins, in children and young adults with a recurring brain tumor called Adamantinomatous Craniopharyngioma. The drug works by blocking signals that make cancer cells grow.
Recruiting1 award Phase 2
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of research happens at Texas Children's Hospital?
Texas Children's Hospital is a medical facility located in Houston, Texas. This center is recognized for care of Lymphoma, Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Cancer, Brain Tumor, Childhood Cancer and other specialties. Texas Children's Hospital is involved with conducting 782 clinical trials across 1,113 conditions. There are 118 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Jennifer Foster, MD, Patricia Baxter, MD, Carlos Ramos, MD, and Rayne H. Rouce.
Where is Texas Children's Hospital located?
**Directions to Texas Children's Hospital, Houston:**
- For direct access, take I-69 to Fannin St and proceed south.
- For real-time navigation, use the Waze app and enter the address: 6621 Fannin St.
Who should I call to ask about financial aid or insurance network?
### Texas Children's Hospital Contact Information
**Financial Assistance and Insurance Departments:**
- **Hospital Billing Office:** 832-824-2300
- **Texas Children's Health Plan Member Services:**
- **CHIP:** 832-828-1002 (Local), 1-866-959-6555 (Toll-Free), TTY 800-735-2989
- **STAR:** 832-828-1001 (Local), 1-866-959-2555 (Toll-Free), TTY 800-735-2989
- **STAR Kids:** 832-828-1003 (Local), 1-800-659-5764 (Toll-Free), TTY 800-735-2989
**Appeals Department:**
- **Address:** Texas Children’s Health Plan Attention: Appeals Department NB8390, PO Box 300709, Houston, TX 77230
- **Fax:** 832-825-8796
- **Phone:** 832-828-1001 or 1-866-959-2555, TTY/TDD: 1-800-735-2989
### UT Southwestern Medical Center Contact Information
**Financial Assistance:**
- **Phone:** 469-291-2000 or 866-648-2455
- **Address:** Financial Assistance, P.O. Box 36423, Dallas, Texas 75235-9662
What insurance does Texas Children's Hospital accept?
Texas Children's Hospital accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including but not limited to Aetna HMO, Aetna POS, Aetna PPO, BCBS BlueChoice PPO/EPO, BCBS Blue Essentials, BCBS Par Plan, and Choice Care Network PPO (Humana). Additionally, Texas Children's Health Plan provides no-cost health coverage for eligible children and young adults under 21 with disabilities. For the most current information on accepted insurance plans, contacting the hospital directly is advised.
What awards or recognition has Texas Children's Hospital received?
Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, Texas, is renowned for its pediatric cancer care, ranking among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report. It boasts over 250 active therapeutic clinical trials and receives $40 million in annual research funding. The Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute focuses on pediatric and adult brain disorders, with over 25 principal investigators and 200 scientists.