Education in Pediatrics
The Pediatrics division at MD Anderson is deeply committed to advancing the future of cancer care through innovative education and training. Our educational mission extends beyond the classroom and clinic, fostering a culture of lifelong learning for physicians, scientists, advanced practice providers and other health care professionals. By integrating education into every aspect of our work, we ensure that our trainees, faculty and staff are prepared to provide the highest level of care for children, adolescents and young adults facing cancer.
We believe that excellence in patient care begins with excellence in education. Through mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration and exposure to cutting-edge research, we prepare the next generation of healthcare leaders to transform outcomes for patients worldwide. Our division provides unique opportunities for faculty and trainees to shape the future of pediatric oncology education and research.
Prospective faculty interested in educational scholarship, curriculum development or clinical innovation will find a highly collaborative environment that values teaching and mentorship. Trainees benefit from direct access to world-renowned experts and immersive experiences that cultivate expertise in advanced clinical care, translational research and academic medicine.
Education Focus Areas
These areas include opportunities for faculty, fellows and employees who support the growth of the next generation of pediatric oncologists and scientists.
- Mentorship & Faculty Development ¨C Preparing future leaders in pediatric oncology education and clinical innovation
- Trainee Engagement & Recruitment ¨C Attracting and training top talent in pediatric subspecialties through immersive learning experiences
- Workforce Development & Innovation ¨C Building a highly skilled pediatric oncology workforce with diverse skillsets to meet evolving patient needs.
- Impact on Patient Care ¨C Enhancing quality of care by integrating education with cutting-edge clinical practices
- Continuing Education & Leadership Training ¨C Advancing lifelong learning for faculty and staff through seminars, committees and professional development programs
Academic Year 2025 Priority Objectives
Our objectives focus on three main areas:?
Recruit and Retain Top Trainees and Faculty
Expand outreach to attract highly qualified candidates committed to advancing pediatric oncology education and care.
Advance Educational Research and Scholarship
Support curriculum innovation, educational research and academic publications in pediatric oncology training.
Strengthen Partnerships
This means collaborations across clinical, research and educational teams to improve trainee experiences and patient outcomes.
Impact and Collaboration
The Pediatrics Oncology Education Program directly improves patient care by training healthcare professionals in the latest therapies, advanced technologies and compassionate, family-centered approaches.
Faculty, fellows and postdoctoral trainees collaborate on high-impact educational initiatives that advance the field of pediatric oncology locally, nationally and globally.
Fellowship & Postdoctoral Programs
Our division offers specialized training across multiple subspecialties, including:
- Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship
- Pediatric Stem Cell Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Fellowship Program
- Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Fellowship
- Pediatric Oncologic Critical Care Fellowship
- Pediatric Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship
- Pediatric Psycho-Oncology Fellowship
- Pediatric Neuropsychology Fellowship
Together, these programs cultivate a multidisciplinary approach that equips trainees with the clinical expertise, research skills and academic foundation to transform pediatric cancer care.
For more information, please contact PediatricsOncologyEducation@mdanderson.org.
Giesel Arnold, M.B.A.
Program Manager
gmarnold@mdanderson.org
Mailing Address
Â鶹ӳ» MD Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Unit 442
Houston, TX 77030-4009