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Who treats children with Wilms tumor?

Source: Wilms Tumor (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: May 12, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Types of treatment for Wilms tumor

A pediatric oncologist, a doctor who specializes in treating children with cancer, oversees treatment of Wilms tumor. The pediatric oncologist works with other health care providers who are experts in treating children and specialize in certain areas of medicine. Other specialists may include:

pediatrician

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pediatric surgeon or urologist

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radiation oncologist

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pathologist

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pediatric nurse specialist

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social worker

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rehabilitation specialist

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psychologist

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child-life specialist

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fertility specialist

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