FINDING A GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGIST

Finding a Gynecologic Oncologist

There are many different types of health professionals that could be involved in your cancer care. Gynecologic oncologists are doctors that specialize in diagnosing and treating cancers in the female reproductive system. Gynecologic oncologists have extensive training in treating ovarian cancer. After becoming OB/GYN physicians, gynecologic oncologists complete at least an additional three to five years of education specifically about the biology and treatment of gynecologic cancers. Treatment by a gynecologic oncologist can be a significant predictor of whether ovarian cancer patients will receive the standard of care, which can lead to improved survival rates. Gynecologic oncologists are also more likely to completely remove ovarian tumors during surgery.

To help patients find a gynecologic oncologist, the Cancer Prevention and Control Section at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Service ("MDHHS") has launched a new Ovarian Cancer Patient Navigation Phone Line at 844-446-8727. Through this service, individuals will be connected to an Ovarian Cancer Patient Navigator who can provide information about a gynecologic oncologist closest to their area, along with additional resources. For more information on ovarian cancer, resources, and the Patient Navigation Phone Line visit: www.michigan.gov/ovariancancer. The Foundation for Women’s Cancer also has a search tool to help you find an actively practicing gynecologic oncologist near you. 

Listen to a Podcast about the Symptoms and Diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer

The Cancer Prevention and Control Section at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Service ("MDHHS") has launched a new Podcast about the Symptoms and Diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer where you will hear from both patients and doctors. Listen to this Podcast Here.