James LaBelle, MD, PhD, leads the pediatric stem cell transplant team at the University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital. Our multidisciplinary pediatric stem cell transplant team includes a wide array of specialists and support staff. At Comer Children's, our hematologist/oncologists, radiation oncologist, advanced practice nurses (APN), clinical research associates, child life specialists, social workers and nutritionist all work together to provide the best, most comprehensive care for our patients.
Meet Our Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant Physician Team

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology (Pediatric Cancer)

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology (Pediatric Cancer)

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology (Pediatric Cancer)
Meet Our Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant Advanced Practice Nurses
- Kathleen Breen, MSN
- Alerie Dunkel, DNP
Our Pediatric Cancer Locations in Chicago and Merrillville
Request an Appointment
You can also make an appointment with our providers by:
– Scheduling a virtual video visit to see a provider from the comfort of your home
– Requesting an online second opinion from our specialists
To speak to someone directly, please call 773-702-6169. If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.
For Referring Physicians
To refer a pediatric patient for a pediatric stem cell transplant, please call UCM Physician Connect at 1-800-824-2282.
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