GYN Oncology Program
As part of Penn's Division
of Gynecologic
Oncology, the GYN oncology program at
Pennsylvania Hospital works together with our
colleagues at the Abramson
Cancer Center to provide
excellent care for women with gynecologic cancer.
These
cancers represent the fourth most common type
of cancer in women. Although gynecologic cancers
are grouped together, they vary in terms of symptoms,
diagnosis and treatment. When facing a diagnosis
of cancer, or the possibility of cancer, you
want the best team of experts – individuals
who will provide the information, comfort and
support you deserve to help you each step of
the way.
Our knowledge about gynecologic cancer
continues to grow and today, there are more encouraging
treatment options for women with gynecologic
cancer than ever before.
Under
the direction of Tom
Randall, MD, we offer
a team approach to patient care which includes
other Penn specialists, education and support
services for patients and families, nutrition
services, cancer risk evaluation program and
a dedicated research program. Treatment options
include chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery.
All gynecologic oncology patients admitted to
the hospital are treated on a dedicated inpatient
unit, where our nurses and staff have been specially
trained in caring for patients with gynecologic
cancers.
Our
surgeons use conservative surgical approaches
to preserve a woman's reproductive organs
and provide the best chance for cure whenever
possible. Patients who are still in their reproductive
years and desire children are referred to Penn
Fertility Care to discuss fertility options.
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