Refer a Patient

We're dedicated to making the referral process as straightforward and seamless as possible. Our New Patient Coordinators will arrange an immediate appointment or schedule a visit, depending on your patient's needs. They will also:

  • connect you with the appropriate specialist
  • identify what clinical materials you should send to us for review (such as X-rays, imaging scans, test results or blood smears)
  • call your patient's family and schedule the appointment (usually after you have spoken with them about the need for an evaluation)

Choose the method that works best for you and your patients:

Refer online

Use our convenient, secure referral form.

Refer by phone

Call us at the appropriate New Patient Hotline number:

• Brain Tumor: 617-632-2680
• General Oncology: 1-888-PEDI-ONC (733-4662)
• Non-Malignant Hematology: 617-355-8246, extension 2
• Stem Cell Transplant: 617-632-3961
• Survivorship: 617-632-5124

Refer by email

Our New Patient Coordinators are also available via email:

• Brain Tumor: pedibraintumor@dfci.harvard.edu
• General Oncology: pedi_onc@dfci.harvard.edu
• Stem Cell Transplant: pedi_sct@dfci.harvard.edu
• Survivorship: perini_clinic@dfci.harvard.edu

After-Hour and Emergency Referrals

For after-hour and emergency referrals, please call our 24-Hour Page Service at 617-632-3352. Ask for the pediatric oncology or hematology consult physician or fellow on call.

Lisa Diller, MD with patient and mother

International Referrals

Families residing outside of the United States must first contact the International Center at Children's Hospital Boston. The experienced, multilingual staff members help with the medical review of patient records and appointment scheduling. They also help with customs and immigration, transportation, hotel and housing accommodations.

Refer a patient to the International Center by calling 617-355-5209 or emailing international.center@childrens.harvard.edu.

After Your Patient's Visit

You will receive an update about your patient's diagnosis and treatment plan as quickly as possible after the initial visit.

Insurance Questions

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Children's Hospital Boston have long-standing arrangements with many leading health insurance providers. For more information on insurance coverage, please call:

  • General Oncology: 617-632-3455
  • Stem Cell Transplantation: 617-632-5384