The authors concluded that increased training and affiliation with genetic specialists and others could improve gynecologists' ability to use genetic screening in clinical practice. Cancer clinics are mandated to treat and follow patients with cancer. The questions in the survey address the initial interaction that introduces the patient to the cancer centre for treatment, and explores the concept of shared follow-up care, which may alleviate strain on the cancer clinic caused by the rising number of referrals. We can tell you that respondents represented a broad range of ages, having received certification between 1950 and 1999. The majority provide care in both a private office and a community hospital.
Respondents largely treat pre-invasive disease themselves and conduct their own colposcopy.
Cancer of the vulva, vagina and cervix, or cases of gestational trophoblastic neoplasia, are generally referred. Final Results We are currently analyzing the remaining data and will then review the data and generate recommendations with the assistance of gynecologists and gynecologic oncologists. Upcoming issues of this newsletter will continue to provide you with updates. Gynecologists' perspectives regarding ovarian cancer. Wilkins-Haug L, Hill LD, Power ML et al.