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 and Patricia
Ford, 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 newly diagnosed cases are reviewed at a
weekly conference by a multidisciplinary
team comprised of:
- gynecologic oncology surgeons
- medical oncologists
- radiation oncologists
- pathologists
- radiologists
- oncology nurses
This team discusses the diagnosis and staging
of the disease and treatment recommendations
for every patient. This approach ensures patients
receive the benefit of multiple opinions and
team input.
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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