Dr. Carolyn Suzanne Saccente, MD

Dr. Carolyn Saccente is an oncologist who specializes in treating cancer in children and adolescents. She earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Alabama Hospital. With 37 years of experience in pediatric oncology, Dr. Saccente has dedicated her career to caring for young patients facing serious diagnoses. She is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse families during challenging times.

Dr. Saccente practices at Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas, where she focuses on treating complex childhood cancers. Her expertise includes caring for children with brain tumors, astrocytoma, and other forms of brain cancer. She performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and specialized blood tests that help monitor treatment progress. Her work involves carefully tracking important markers like …alkaline phosphatase levels to ensure the best possible outcomes for her young patients.