Gynecologic cancer care in Northeast Florida

Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Care takes a compassionate, personalized approach to women’s health and gynecologic cancer care.

Gynecologic cancer care in Northeast Florida

Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Care takes a compassionate, personalized approach to women’s health and gynecologic cancer care

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About gynecologic cancer care at Ascension Sacred Heart

When you choose Ascension Sacred Heart, you get a multidisciplinary team of doctors, prioritizing early and customized treatment. Your care team may include board-certified, fellowship-trained gynecologic oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, a care navigator and a team of oncology nurses, dietitians and cancer specialists. 

At Ascension Sacred Heart, we provide comprehensive pelvic exams, advanced diagnostic tests and treatments for all types of gynecologic cancers, including:

  • Cervical cancer
  • Endometrial (uterine) cancer
  • Fallopian tube cancer
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Vaginal cancer
  • Vulvar cancer
  • Precancerous human papillomavirus (HPV) infection in the cervix and vulva
  • Rare gynecologic sarcomas, including rhabdomyosarcoma

At Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola, our gynecologic oncologists (GYN ONC) are part of a national team of doctors who share best practices and advanced treatment options — bringing advanced oncology care close to home.

Our gynecologic oncologists specialize in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgeries. By  using smaller incisions, you may experience a shorter recovery time.

When you’re going through gynecologic cancer care, we’re by your side

Cancer is personal, and so is the way we care for you. When you choose Ascension Sacred Heart cancer care, you’re never alone. You’ll have face-to-face visits with your doctor and an entire care team. Your doctor and care team will take the time to answer your questions — big and small.

By getting to know you and working together, you get a care plan that’s customized to your needs. And with a plan, comes hope. Our goal is to help you recover faster so you can get back to your daily life.

Team approach helps navigate tests and support services

Along the way, your care may include imaging, lab tests, pharmacy support, physical therapy or other specialty services . You do not have to navigate your care alone.

Upon your cancer diagnosis or when you come to us during your care, you’re paired with a cancer care navigator who helps schedule appointments and connect you with the services you need. When you have a concern or feel unsure, don’t hesitate to talk with your care team.

How we diagnose gynecologic cancer

Your care team works together to review your condition and personalize your care plan to support your physical, emotional and mental health. Ascension Sacred Heart offers comprehensive gynecologic cancer care, including:

If you want to learn more about other possible cancer care options, talk to your doctor. You may want to ask whether cancer clinical trials are the right option for you.

Your doctor may refer you for advanced genetic and molecular testing that helps identify abnormal cell growth and how your cancer may respond to different types of treatments or spread (metastasize).

Our highly trained gynecologic oncologists use advanced imaging for tissue biopsy and treating recurring cancer.

Ultrasound, MRI and CT scans help your doctor diagnose and guide treatment planning.

Getting regular pelvic exams may help find cervical cancer and other gynecologic cancers early, when they’re most treatable. Talk with your doctor about the screenings that are right for you, based on your age, family history and risk factors.

For cervical cancer screening, women in their 20s should begin getting a regular Pap test, also called a Pap smear. In your 30s and as you age, women should continue getting the Pap test and add the HPV test, as recommended by your doctor. When you choose a women’s health specialist at Ascension Sacred Heart for your care, you are connected to all the care you need — from routine screenings to advanced care.

Your cancer care navigator and team provides support — from nutrition education and counseling to cancer support groups, and spiritual care. At Ascension Sacred Heart sites of care, our healing gardens and chapels are always open to patients and their loved ones. We offer supportive care and activities for the whole you. For more information, call 850-416-7101.

How we treat gynecologic cancer

Your treatment for gynecologic cancer may include medication, therapy or surgery.

Ascension Sacred Heart surgeons are trained in minimally invasive techniques, including robotic and laparoscopic surgery, which are used to remove tumors while preserving healthy tissue when possible.

For cervical cancer treatment, gynecologic surgeons at Ascension Sacred Heart use less invasive robotic surgery with high-definition 3D visualization to remove abnormal tissue. If a hysterectomy is recommended as part of your care plan, you and your doctor will discuss all options and what they mean for you. Ascension Sacred Heart specialists also offer fertility-preserving procedures, such as radical trachelectomy, for early-stage cervical cancer and for women of child-bearing years.

Procedures such as hysterectomy may involve removal of the uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes depending on your condition.

Medical oncologists work with your gynecologic oncologist to deliver advanced care, such as low-dose sensitizing chemotherapy to enhance the effects of radiation therapy. Working together, your gynecologic oncologist and medical oncologist provide hormone therapy and targeted immunotherapy to help prevent recurrence and to help stop cancer spread.

Specially trained physical therapists deliver therapy, including lymphedema therapy, to help manage swelling and pelvic pain after surgery.

Multidisciplinary cancer specialists at Ascension Sacred Heart offer combination therapies — which may include a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and immunotherapy for early- and late-stage disease, including BRCA-mutated cancers.

If you have been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, your doctor may recommend a combination of surgery and chemotherapy.

Advanced radiation therapies, including brachytherapy, IMRT and SBRT, are used to target cancer cells while limiting exposure to healthy tissue.

Uterine cancer, also called endometrial cancer, is the most common of the gynecologic cancers. Whenever possible, gynecologic surgeons at Ascension Sacred Heart perform minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgery to remove  tumors and spare healthy tissue. If your surgery may impact your ability to have children (such as if hysterectomy is recommended as part of your care), your doctor will discuss all of your options and what they mean for you.

Get a second opinion on your cancer diagnosis or care plan

Get the confidence and peace of mind that your doctor and care plan are right for you. It's easy to get a second opinion at Ascension Sacred Heart. We can review your medical records and healthcare history to answer your questions and discuss options. 

When you are facing a new gynecologic cancer diagnosis or are deciding on a surgical or therapeutic treatment plan, there’s a lot to think about. Our gynecologic oncologists in Pensacola can provide a second opinion, based on our experience and as part of a national team.

Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records on your behalf, so they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.

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Meet our gynecologic cancer team

Hearing the word “cancer” comes with a lot of thoughts and emotions, and we’re ready to support you. You'll meet with your doctor to discuss your diagnosis and your care options. At Ascension Sacred Heart, your care team may include a:

  • Gynecology oncologist and surgeon
  • Medical oncologist
  • Oncology-certified nurses, dietitians and social workers
  • Oncology-certified pharmacist
  • Palliative care specialist
  • Radiation oncologist
  • Radiologist
  • Rehabilitation lymphedema therapists and pelvic floor therapists

Frequently asked questions about our gynecologic cancer care services

Your doctor and care team get to know you well, and you’ll receive care for the whole person – your physical and mental health. We also provide compassionate, personalized support for your family and caregivers. At Ascension Sacred Heart, we diagnose and treat all types of gynecologic cancers and deliver care including surgery, radiation therapy and targeted medication therapies. When you choose Ascension Sacred Heart, you get experienced cancer specialists who are part of a national team, sharing best practices and the latest in cancer care knowledge and research.

At Ascension Sacred Heart, we provide comprehensive tests, pelvic exams and treatments for gynecologic cancers, including:

  • Colposcopy
  • Fine needle biopsy
  • Gynecologic ablation procedures
  • Gynecologic surgery, such as hysterectomy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Lymph node dissection
  • Medical oncology
  • Radiation oncology, such as TomoTherapy®

Your care team focuses on identifying if the tumor is non-invasive or invasive, and to understand where the tumor began and whether or not it has spread. Diagnostic blood testing, imaging, biopsy or diagnostic surgery help your doctor diagnose your condition, and stage even the most rare cancers. And we use advanced molecular studies to recognize cancer subtypes and genetic mutations, to create a care plan for your type of cancer.

Getting regular pelvic exams may help find cervical cancer and other gynecologic cancers early, when they’re most treatable. Talk with your doctor about the screenings that are right for you, based on your age, family history and risk factors.

For cervical cancer screening, women in their 20s should begin getting a regular Pap test, also called a Pap smear. In your 30s and as you age, women should continue getting the Pap test and add the HPV test, as recommended by your doctor. When you choose a women’s health specialist at Ascension Sacred Heart for your care, you are connected to all the care you need – from routine screenings to advanced care. Find a gynecologist.

We can connect you with resources and programs that may be able to help you and your family with options for financial assistance. Our financial counseling team is here to listen to your concerns and work with you to help find options that meet your needs. Your cancer care navigator can connect you to a financial counselor.

At Ascension Sacred Heart cancer center and clinics, we offer convenient parking. Talk to your care team if you have transportation needs.

Surgical oncologists and anesthesiologists provide enhanced recovery pathways as part of your surgical care plan. They are an important part of our cancer treatment programs. Each pathway is personalized for different types of cancer treatment, to help speed up your recovery after surgery. Your care team uses these protocols to help you prepare for what to expect before, during and after surgery.

This service requires a referral

Please call us at 850-416-6933  for information on how to obtain a referral. If you are a provider referring a patient, call 850-416-6933.

Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center
1545 Airport Blvd
Pensacola, FL 32504

Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Care at Santa Rosa Beach
27 Mack Bayou Loop
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center at Lynn Haven
2900 Florida 77 #100
Lynn Haven, FL 32444

 

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