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Arkansas Children's Hospital
General Information 501-364-1100
Arkansas Children's Northwest
General Information 479-725-6800

Pediatrics CertifiedLauren Appell, MD
General information:
501-364-1100
Primary care appointments: 501-364-1202
Specialty care appointments: 501-364-4000
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Lauren Appell practices Emergency Medicine and Hematology and Oncology at
Arkansas Children's Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-364-1100
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Lauren Appell practices Hematology and Oncology at
Arkansas Children's Northwest
2601 Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
479-725-6800
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Dr. Lauren Appell is a pediatric hematologist/oncologist specializing in bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy within the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Arkansas Children's Hospital. In this role, she has grown to understand and appreciate the gravity and breadth of the distinct challenges that childhood cancer survivors face. Dr. Appell has become specifically interested in metabolic and cardiovascular late effects, which are prominent among childhood cancer survivors of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Her long-term goal is to research preventative care practices to decrease the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular negative outcomes in these patients and, therefore, improve their long-term morbidity and quality of life. Specifically, Dr. Appell is investigating the feasibility of implementing a supervised outpatient strength and exercise regimen in children who have been newly diagnosed with ALL (STReNGth & Outpatient Exercise Regimen in ALL - STRONGER ALL).
Medical Degree
- University of Alabama School of Medicine - 2015
Residency
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences - 2018
Fellowship
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - 2021
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences - 2022
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Hospital Services
Continuity Clinic
The Continuity Clinic is an extension of the General Pediatric Center providing diagnosis, treatment and/or follow-up of children with general health problems.
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Infusion Department
The infusion department at Arkansas Children’s Northwest offers a wide range of treatments, including treatment for cancer, gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatology concerns, genetic conditions, and more.
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Innovative Therapeutics Program
The Innovative Therapeutics Program is ready and prepared to offer new techniques and clinical trials to treat the most complex cases.
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Hospital Services
Bone and Soft-tissue Tumor Program (Orthopedic Oncology)
The Bone and Soft-tissue Tumor Program at Arkansas Children's Hospital provides specialty care for children with bone, muscle, or connective tissue cancer.
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Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorders (Arkansas Center for Bleeding Disorders)
The Arkansas Center for Bleeding Disorders at Arkansas Children’s provides specialty care for children with hemophilia and bleeding disorders.
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Sickle Cell Disease Program
Learn more about how pediatric sickle cell patients are diagnosed, evaluated and treated at Arkansas Children's.
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Brain and Spinal Cord Tumor Clinic
With a focus on the expert care of pediatric patients with brain tumors, spinal tumors or neurofibromatosis (NF), our young patients have access to neuro-oncology specialists for every aspect of care based on their individual needs.
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Hematology Inpatient Unit
The hematology inpatient unit at Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock, specializes in pediatric cancers and blood disorders.
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Neuro-Oncology
Arkansas Children’s has the only team of pediatric neuro-oncology specialists in the state dedicated to helping children with brain and spinal cord tumors.
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Emergency Departments
Find the locations of Arkansas Children's emergency departments in Little Rock and Springdale, and read answers to frequently asked questions about your child's care in the ER.
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Primary Care at Arkansas Children's
Our primary care clinics provide services such as well-child visits, immunizations, newborn care, physicals and more. Call us today to schedule an appointment.
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Level 1 Trauma Center
The nationally recognized Level 1 Trauma Center at Arkansas Children’s in Little Rock, Arkansas is the only Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center in the state of Arkansas.
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Cancer and Blood Disorders Program
Our Cancer and Blood Disorders program provides specialty care for children with blood and bleeding disorders, tumors and many types of cancer.
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