At HSHS St. Vincent Hospital Cancer Centers, we care for women with gynecologic cancers in a private, women-centered setting. Our team includes a fellowship-trained gynecologic oncologist, so you have access to highly specialized care close to home.
If you live outside the Green Bay area, we work with specialists throughout the region to coordinate your care and help reduce travel.
What is a Gynecologic Oncologist – And Why Does It Matter?
A gynecologic oncologist is a doctor who has extra training and experience in diagnosing and treating cancers of the female reproductive system, including ovarian, cervical, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.
Studies show:
- Women with ovarian cancer are 75% more likely to survive if surgery is done by a gynecologic oncologist compared to a general surgeon or regular OB/GYN.
- Gynecologic oncologists are 2.5 times more likely to correctly determine the stage of the cancer and create the best treatment plan.
- For early cervical cancer, surgery by a gynecologic oncologist can sometimes prevent the need for radiation therapy and its side effects.
Our gynecologic oncologist is an experienced surgeon who uses robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgical techniques. This often means smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery.
Advanced Treatment Options
Through the HSHS St. Vincent Hospital Clinical Research Institute, qualifying patients may have access to advanced treatments and clinical trials not available elsewhere in our region.
