Neuroimmunology Program

Neuroimmunology is an emerging field in child neurology. Specialists in neuroimmunology, called neuroimmunologists, focus on treating immune-mediated neurological disorders. With these disorders, your immune system, which helps protect you from illness, targets part of the nervous system (the brain, spinal cord and nerves) by mistake.

Learn about the neuroimmune conditions we treat.

When you’re referred to the Neuroimmunology Program at Phoenix Children’s, you can expect:

• Care designed for children and teens: Kids with neuroimmune conditions require focused care and treatments, which can differ from what adults receive. As specialists in pediatric care, we understand these differences, so your child gets exactly what they need.
• Experts in neuroimmunology: Led by a fellowship-trained neuroimmunologist, our team has dedicated knowledge and expertise in these rare conditions. We’re here to support you and your family through a tough diagnosis. We help you understand treatment options and monitor your child’s care for the long-term.
• A team approach to treatment: Because neuroimmune conditions often affect multiple parts of the body, your neuroimmunologist works with other specialists at Phoenix Children’s as needed. Examples include neuropsychology, ophthalmology and rehabilitation, to name a few.
• Advanced immunotherapy options: As neuroimmunologists, we keep up with changes in the field, including new and existing medications, possible side effects, and what to look out for with imaging and lab results.
• Clinical trial opportunities: Sometimes, clinical trials offer innovative therapies that could benefit your child. You can always talk to your provider about research opportunities to see if they’re the right fit, and if we’re currently involved in any trials.

• Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers 
• Multiple Sclerosis Foundation 
• National Multiple Sclerosis Society
• OMS Life Foundation 
• Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Alliance
• The Siegel Rare Neuroimmune Association (SRNA)
• The Sumaira Foundation