Gynecologic Cancers
A gynecological cancer diagnosis can be life-altering. At City of Hope, our dedicated team of experts takes an integrated, patient-centered approach to diagnose and treat ovarian, cervical, uterine (endometrial), vaginal, vulvar and fallopian tube cancers.
By working collaboratively, our clinicians and researchers transform innovative scientific discoveries into promising new treatments that are more effective against cancer with fewer side effects for the patient.
At City of Hope, our team of experts uses leading-edge methods to treat gynecologic cancers, including cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and uterine (endometrial) cancer.
Our patients have access to a wide variety of gynecologic cancer clinical trials, including new therapies, surgical techniques, radiation approaches, and prevention strategies.
City of Hope is a nationally recognized leader in gynecological cancer research. We offer access to promising treatments for cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and uterine (endometrial) cancer that are not readily available elsewhere.
When you come to City of Hope, you automatically gain access to an unparalleled array of support services to help you and your family take during and after your gynecologic cancer treatment.
- We have advanced imaging technologies that can accurately pinpoint a tumor’s size, shape and location, enhancing our doctors’ detection and treatment planning capabilities.
- Minimally-invasive and robotically-assisted surgical techniques that can offer optimal outcomes with less pain, reduced scarring and faster healing time.
- Cytoreductive (tumor debulking) procedures can enhance radiation and chemotherapy responses and improve outcomes for early- and advanced-stage cancer patients.
- Targeted radiation regimens that are sculpted to the size and shape of the tumor, focusing its impact on cancer cells while minimizing exposure to nearby normal tissues.
- Specialization in heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) that applies cancer drugs directly in the abdominal cavity instead of orally or through the bloodstream. This can increase the drugs’ effectiveness and improve outcomes.
- Our drug development pipeline quickly identifies new cancer drugs and turns them into promising therapies for clinical trials.
- Fertility-preserving options for younger patients who want to have children after cancer treatment.
- All gynecologic cancer patients can participate in our survivorship program after their treatment completes. Our doctors and researchers are working to develop resources to help improve the quality of life for survivors, and all patients can participate in ongoing long-term research related to their life after cancer.
Additionally, City of Hope patients have access to our extensive team of supportive care experts, who will help you and your caregivers achieve and maintain a better quality of life during and after your cancer treatment.
City of Hope is one of the few facilities designated a comprehensive cancer center by the National Cancer Institute.
Our developments in the areas of breakthrough cancer drugs, bone marrow transplants and CAR T cell therapy are recognized internationally.
Our leadership in research and innovation continually enhances our ability to provide novel and differentiated approaches to cancer care.
Ernest Han, M.D., Ph.D., is a gynecologic oncologist with specialized training in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery.
Mehdi M. Kebria, M.D., is a gynecologic oncologist and assistant clinical professor in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology within the Department of Surgery.
Stephen Lee, M.D., is a gynecologic oncologist focusing on ovarian cancer, uterine (endometrial) cancer, cervical cancer, and robotic surgery.
Lorna Rodriguez-Rodriguez, M.D., Ph.D., is eagerly continuing her ovarian cancer investigations at City of Hope, which she calls “the perfect environment” that's home to “many amazing scientists and clinicians (with) similar goals about making discoveries to cure cancer.”