Patient Care Transition Guide

The MSU Health Care Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Clinic is set to close operations June 1, 2025. This guide will outline the steps to transition care so that your child's healthcare needs continue to be met seamlessly.

What Is Happening

MSU Health Care Pediatric Hematology and Oncology services will close on June 1, 2025. However, patients under the care of Dr. Renuka Gera will have the opportunity to continue seeing her at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow, ensuring continuity of care.

Dr. Gera will offer services for conditions like:

• Sickle cell disease

• Other hematologic conditions

• Oncology off-treatment follow-ups for cancer

For ongoing oncology treatment, UMH-Sparrow plans to reintroduce local services soon, allowing future availability of care closer to home for Lansing-area patients.

When This Will Happen

The key dates to keep in mind are:

June 1, 2025: MSU Health Care Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Clinic will close.

June 2, 2025: Dr. Renuka Gera will begin offering care at:

• UMH-Sparrow Pediatric Subspecialties
• Address: 1200 E Michigan Ave, Suite #460, Lansing, MI 48912
• Contact: Call 517-364-5490 or visit the

UMH-Sparrow website.

What You Can Do

To ensure uninterrupted care, you will need to take the following steps:

Decide Where to Continue Care

You have the option to continue seeing Dr. Gera at UMH-Sparrow or transfer to another pediatric hematology and oncology provider. Other recommended centers include:

Mott Children’s Hospital

• Location: 1540 E Hospital Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
• Contact: 734-936-9814

 DeVos Children’s Hospital

• Location: 100 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
• Contact: 616-267-1925

Request Your Medical Records

To transfer care or retain personal copies of your child’s medical records, you’ll need to complete a medical records release form. Medical Records Requests can be made using our online chat, patient portal, email or fax.

MSU Health Care Medical Records

• Online Chat
• Patient Portal weblink
• Mail: 804 Service Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824
• Fax: 517-432-2364
• Email: ht.medicalrecords@msu.edu
• Confirm Insurance and Referrals

Whether you choose to remain with Dr. Gera at UMH-Sparrow or seek care elsewhere, you will need to coordinate with your insurance carrier.

• Contact your insurance provider using the number on the back of your card to confirm that your selected care provider is within your network.

• Obtain a new referral for specialist care, if required by your insurance plan. Your primary care provider can assist with this process.

4. Prepare for the Transition

Once you’ve chosen your provider and transferred your records, make sure to confirm upcoming appointments and any logistical details to ensure your child’s care is uninterrupted.

Additional Resources and Support

Navigating this transition can feel overwhelming, but rest assured, resources are available to help guide you through the process. If you have concerns about:

• Medical records or transferring care, contact MSU Health Care Medical Records at 517-364-5440 (available until June 1, 2025).

• Scheduling appointments or clinic services at UMH-Sparrow, call 517-364-5490.

Frequently Asked Questions

My child is seen at the women and girls blood disorder specialty clinic, is that closing too?

No, the womens and girls blood disorder specialty clinic will remain open.

My child has a blood disorder, and we are seen at the Center for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders. Will we be able to continue our care?

Yes, the Center for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders or CBCD will continue operations.