Gynecologic Oncology
Gynecologic cancer
At Touro our experts are trained at treating all gynecologic cancers. Each gynecologic cancer is unique, with different signs and symptoms, different risk factors, and different prevention strategies. Our multidisciplinary team creates comprehensive, individualized treatment plans and offers the most advanced treatment options for all patients.
Types of gynecologic cancer
Treatment
Surgery
Gynecological surgery combines a unique blend of medical oncology and complex surgery. Gynecological oncology surgery can be performed through minimally invasive procedures used to remove cancer tissues. Surgical procedures for gynecologic cancers include:
- Debulking Surgery: Removes as much of the tumor as possible, typically in preparation for chemotherapy so there will be less tumor to treat
- Hysterectomy: A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove all or part of the uterus.
- Salpingo-Oophorectomy: surgery to remove the ovaries and fallopian tubes
- Lymph Node Removal: surgery t removes some or all lymph nodes affected by cancer
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is one of the most common cancer treatment options and involves the use of medicines to treat cancer. You and your doctor will work together to choose which drug or combination of drugs will be used, as well as your dosages, frequency, and length of treatment.
Radiation
Radiation therapy is an essential treatment for most gynecologic cancers. The way radiation therapy is given depends on the type and stage of the cancer being treated. External and internal radiation therapy is used to treat cervical cancer.
Resources
GIRL talk
Gaining Insight into Real Living (GIRL) Talk is a support group for women who have been diagnosed with gynecologic cancer. Various topics on coping during cancer treatment and beyond are discussed.
Patient testimonials
I believe that as a survivor, I'm here to help other survivors let other survivors know that they can make it through.
I have a family that’s with me all the way. As I walk through my treatment, they walk with me.
It’s amazing how much laughter can happen in an oncology department, but we’ve got such a great team at Touro.
The mental health part of this is what I don’t think people realize, especially the after part.
Breast cancer, while you're pregnant, can be very aggressive. My pregnancy was feeding my cancer.
I really feel like my cancer was for a reason, it may be I need to be the voice for future generations.
I'm now a survivor who looks at others and goes "You can make it".
I'm more than a survivor. I'm in for the long haul and I feel like I'm going to do this and there's no stopping me.