Jean B. Belasco, MD
Jean B. Belasco, MD

Jean B. Belasco, MD

Jean B. Belasco, MD, is an attending physician with a special interest in brain tumors and neurofibromatosis in the Cancer Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Areas of expertise: Pediatric brain and spine tumors, Neurofibromatoses, Supportive care, Vascular and lymphatic malformations

Locations: Main Building


215-590-3025

267-426-0762

About Jean B. Belasco, MD

Titles

Attending Physician

Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Certifications

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology – American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics – American Board of Pediatrics

Awards and Honors

2010, Alex's Pitcher of Hope Award
2007, Master Clinician Award, CHOP
2007, Temple University Gallery of Success Award -- Medicine
2003-2004, CHOP Faculty Honor Roll
1996, Supportive Care Services:  ACCH Award for Innovation (The Supportive Care Service is the First Palliative Care Program of The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia)
1973, Pharmacology Award - Upjohn

Leadership and Memberships

Memberships in Professional Organizations

1986-present, Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine
1980-present, Neurofibromatosis Consortium
1980-present, American Society of Clinical Oncology
1976-present, American Academy of Pediatrics

Research Interests

Neuro-Oncology brain tumors Neuro-fibromatosis and NF related tumors Investigational therapies for refractory brain tumors and for progressive, severe plexiform neurofibromas

Education & training

Medical Degree

MD - Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

Internship

Pediatrics - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA

Residency

Pediatrics - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA

Fellowship

Hematology/Oncology - University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
Pediatric Oncology - The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Team affiliations

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Publications

Publications

2014

Nabavizadeh SA, Santi M, Belasco JB, Zimmerman RA. Primary atypical optic nerve sheath meningioma in a child with restricted diffusion on magnetic resonance imaging .J Neuroophthalmol. 2014 Jun;34(2):173-6.

Ruebner RL, Copelovitch L, Evageliou NF, Denburg MR, Belasco JB, Kaplan BS. Nephrotic syndrome associated with tyrosine kinase inhibitors for pediatric malignancy: case series and review of the literature. Pediatr Nephrol. 2014 May;29(5):863-9. doi: 10.1007/s00467-013-2696-0. Epub 2013 Dec 7.

Lectures by Invitation
2015

Palmer, Laure MDiv, Belasco Jean M.D., Funck Susan: Hannah’s Questions: A Teenager confronts her Death with Candor, Faith and Marching Orders. Presentation at American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. 2015 

Editorials, Reviews, Chapters
2010

Bluebond-Langner Myra, Belasco Jean Bello, DeMesquita Wander Marla: "I want to live, until I don't want to live anymore": involving children with life-threatening and life-shortening illnesses in decision making about care and treatment. The Nursing Clinics of North America 45(3): 329-43, Sep 2010.

2005

Bluebond-Langner M, DeCicco A, Belasco J: Involving Children in Decision About Research and Treatment for Life Shortening Illness: a Proposal for Shuttle Diplomacy and Negotiation. Learning from Cases:  Ethics and Research with Children. Eric Kodish (eds.). Oxford University Press, NY, Page: 323-343, 2005.

2002

Himelstein BP, Belasco JB: Pain Management at Home. Guidelines for Pediatric Home Health Care. Mark McConnell (eds.). American Academy of Pediatrics, Elk Grove Village, Il, Page: 158-171, 2002.

1997

Meek RS, Belasco JB, Noll, RB: Terminal care for Children with Cancer. Supportive Care of children with Cancer. Art Ablin (eds.). Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore,(2), 1997.

1992

Meadows AT, Belasco JB, Sinniah D: : Acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Practical Pediatric Oncology. GJ D Angio, D Sinniah, AT Meadows, AE Evans, J Pritchard (eds.). E Arnold, London, Page: 235-244, 1992.

1985

D'Angio GJ, Duckett JW, Belasco JB: Upper urinary tract. Clinical Pediatric Urology. PP Kelalis, LR King, AB Belmar  (eds.). WB Saunders, Philadelphia, Page: 1157-1188, 1985.

1981

D'Angio GJ, Belasco JB: Achievements, challenges and prospects for the 1980's. Cancer. HH Burchenal and HF Oettgen  (eds.). Grune and Stratton, Inc., NY, Page: 191-201, 1981.

Patient experience rating

(based on 31 submissions)
  • Clear Explanation
    5 of 5
  • Showed Concern
    5 of 5
  • Would recommend
    4.9 of 5
  • Discussion of Proposed Treatment
    4.9 of 5
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Comments

  • Dr. Belasco is wonderful and a great part of the CHOP team!
    5 of 5
    Mar 05, 2025

  • Dr. Belasco is a gem. We are so grateful for her care and guidance.
    5 of 5
    Apr 16, 2024

  • I work in health care and rarely do I see a physician as dedicated and caring as Dr. Belasco. She remembers my son's hobbies and makes sure to make him feel less like a patient than a normal kid.
    5 of 5
    Apr 14, 2024

  • Dr. Belasco was wonderful! Every visit is always enlightening and productive with regards to my son's genetic disorder.
    5 of 5
    Jan 26, 2024

  • There is no care provider like Dr Belasco!!! It doesn't exist. She gives us her full, undivided attention and explains everything so thoroughly. We love Dr Belasco.
    5 of 5
    Jan 09, 2024
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