Fred Hutchinson treats pediatric oncology patients with bone marrow transplants for numerous types of malignancies. Awards The Hutchinson was particularly honored in 1990, when E. Donnal Thomas, M.D., was awarded the Nobel Prize for his contributions to understanding the immunology of marrow transplantation. The Pediatric Oncology Program utilizes facilities at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, as well as those at the Children's Hospital Regional Medical Center located 15 minutes from the Hutchinson. The Children's Hospital is an affiliated unit of the Hutchinson and functions as the primary pediatric service for the University of Washington. Lodging The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center has a full-time housing coordinator to assist with housing needs.
Volunteers can provide community orientation, including housing tours.
A Ronald McDonald House is within walking distance of Children's Hospital. Volunteer Services Trained volunteers are available to assist patients and families in many ways. These include, but are not limited to, providing transportation to and from the airport, housing tours, orientation to Seattle, individual family short local trips. Volunteer Concierges may provide donated tickets and passes to various local attractions. Social Support Child Life specialists provide recreation therapy services and age appropriate educational supportive therapy.