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Clinic PhotosM. D. Anderson's renowned multidisciplinary approach brings together doctors, nurses, psychologists, researchers and social workers to help neurofibromatosis (NF) patients. Our clinic has been serving children and adolescents with NF for the past nine years, and we have now added a separate clinic to serve adults of any age with NF.

We're more than just a treatment center. The Neurofibromatosis Clinic's mission includes diagnosis, patient education, public awareness, as well as ongoing research to determine the most effective management strategies for NF complications.

Bicycle Racer with NF Patient Photo
The "Making Cancer History" bicycle team will pedal over 3,000 miles to raise money for neurofibromatosis reasearch. Read More

M. D. Anderson Medical Services for NF Patients

  • Neurology
  • Diagnosis & medical management
  • Surgery (General, neuro, pediatric & plastic surgery)
  • Oncology and neuro-oncology 
  • Endocrine studies & treatment
  • Genetic counseling
  • Dental services
  • Hearing & vision evaluation
  • Orthopedics
  • Occupational, physical & speech therapy
  • Radiological diagnostic procedures

Additional services available through the NF Clinic include:

  • Neuropsychological evaluations
  • Psychological support and counseling
  • Academic counseling and support
  • Referral to appropriate specialists
  • Parent education
  • Developmental assessment

Neurofibromatosis Clinic - Pediatric
The University of Texas
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Unit 087
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77030

Neurofibromatosis Clinic - Adult
The University of Texas
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Unit 431
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77030

   

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