Gynecologic cancer care personalized for you
Doctors and care teams at Ascension Seton have the expertise to diagnose and treat even the most complex gynecologic cancers. Every appointment with your oncologist or women’s health care team starts with a compassionate conversation. Your doctor answers your questions and gets to know you. So you get a personalized cancer care plan. And with a plan, comes hope. We will help you navigate your care and will be by your side every step of the way, connecting the dots. Our goal is to help you get back to home, family, life and self sooner.
Gynecologic oncologists diagnose and treat cancers, including:
- Cervical cancer
- Fallopian tube cancer
- Endometrial and uterine cancer
- Gestational trophoblastic neoplasia (GTN)
- Hereditary cancer syndromes (BRCA and Lynch syndrome)
- Ovarian cancer
- Precancerous conditions of the female genital tract
- Vaginal cancer
- Vulvar cancer
Advanced treatments for gynecologic cancer
At Ascension Seton, gynecologic oncologists collaborate with other highly trained members of the health care team to develop highly specialized surgical and therapeutic treatment plans, enhanced with our recovery care program. Each recovery pathway is personalized for different types of cancer treatments to help you reach your goals. Your care team may recommend and use advanced diagnostic procedures and treatments as part of your care plan, including but not limited to:
- The use of advanced imaging techniques (e.g. CT, MRI, or PET CT)
- Clinical trials
- Germline testing (genetic testing that looks for inherited mutations in cancer-related genes)
- Gynecologic surgery, such as hysterectomy (removing uterus)
- Hormone therapy, chemotherapy and/or immunotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Tumor genomic profiling
If your surgery may impact your ability to have children, you and your doctor will discuss all of your options and what they mean for you. Together we'll develop a care plan that is right for you.
A multispecialty approach to gynecologic cancer care
When you choose Ascension Seton for your gynecologic cancer care, you are cared for by a multispecialty team. You will benefit from the expertise of multiple specialists across a variety of disciplines, all working together with you. Our gynecologic oncologists have extensive experience and work alongside a team of women’s health specialists, including surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, oncofertility specialists, onco-psychiatrists, genetic counselors, physical therapists, dietitians, social workers, and more. And we offer an extended care team for emotional support — nurse navigators, chaplains, palliative care specialists, oncology-certified social workers and more.
Helping you navigate your care
From your first appointment and through treatment, you will be supported by your nurse navigator. Your nurse navigator is here to answer your questions, help you coordinate and schedule appointments, and more.
Cancer care backed by research
The collaboration between Ascension Seton and UT Health Austin, the clinical practice of the Dell Medical School, brings together medical professionals, medical school learners, and researchers. These highly specialized providers use advanced research, diagnostics, and treatment techniques to personalize cancer treatment through our clinical partnership for Women's Health.
Get a second opinion from a gynecologic oncologist
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 Seton sites of care. We can review your medical records and healthcare history to answer your questions and discuss options. Talk with one of our doctors about a personalized care plan.
When you are facing a new diagnosis or are deciding on a care plan, there’s a lot to think about. Our gynecologic oncologists can provide a second opinion, based on our experience and as part of a national team of providers.
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 that they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.
Refer a patient to a specialist
Your patients can expect compassionate, personalized care from the moment our specialists connect with them. Our specialists start by listening to fully understand each patient’s needs and to develop an individualized care plan. To make a doctor referral for your patient, please call 833-882-2737.