Gynae-oncology is a specialised cancer field focusing on cancers of the female sex (genitals) and reproductive system (where and how babies are made).
Gynae cancers can happen in any area of the female sex or reproductive body parts.
Major parts of the female sex and reproductive system include:
Putting you at the centre of everything we do, we focus on understanding your individual condition. To do this, your Peter Mac doctor will find out where your cancer is, where it started (what type of cell) and if it is growing or not.
At Peter Mac, we provide the most up-to-date diagnostics (tests) and treatment for gynae cancers.
Our gynae cancer specialists will come together and work with you to assess your condition and plan and deliver the most effective treatment.
Your care plan will be custom-made to treat your specific cancer and the needs most important to you.
We know how hard cancer and treatment can be. Your lifestyle and that of your loved one’s will be disrupted and changed. During this time, it is common to struggle with ongoing concerns about cancer and therapy. There are many expert groups available to support you through this time, including:
At Peter Mac, we focus on all aspects of your health and wellbeing. Our genitourinary cancer experts will help support and guide you to the best information and managed care.
Our specialist nurses can refer you to our:
For more information about gynaecological cancers, their treatment and support for patients and families, download copies of the following resources:
our needs come first, so we offer expert care across a number of different Gynae-oncology diseases including:
