Gynecologic Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology
If your doctor has told you there is a possibility you have a gynecologic cancer, or you have a diagnosis, then you have come to the right place. At the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Wake Forest Baptist Health, our gynecologic oncologists provide comprehensive treatment for all gynecologic malignancies, including:
Our breast specialists treat and evaluate breast cancer in the Breast Care Center.
Advanced Surgical and Multidisciplinary Treatments
Our gynecologic oncologists work as part of a team of multidisciplinary specialists who have committed their careers to treating and advising women with these types of cancers. Our treatments for gynecologic cancers include:
Your gynecologic oncologist will design and manage your chemotherapy treatments. Our radiation oncologists offer the most advanced approaches to radiation therapy for these cancers.
Supportive Environment
Our patients often tell us that being part of a comprehensive program, especially one that features a Patient and Family Support Services program has made a world of difference during treatment. Expert medical care, combined with a supportive, healing environment is our goal for each of our patients.
Clinical Trials and Research for Gynecologic Cancers in North Carolina
Active clinical research protocols are available for the management of cervical, endometrial, ovarian and vulvar malignancies, and include phase II and III trials from the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Gynecologic Oncology Group, Radiation Therapy Oncology Group, and the pharmaceutical industry.
Studies focus both on the newest and most aggressive approaches for gynecologic cancers, as well as quality-of-life. Genetic screening and counseling is available for women at risk for familial ovarian cancer syndromes. Learn more about Wake Forest’s clinical trials.