Stony Brook Cancer Center offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic, treatment, and follow-up services for patients with gynecologic cancer, including expedited diagnosis and technologically advanced radiation, surgical, and systemic therapies. For more information: Diagnosis & Treatment.
Highlights include:
- Advanced surgical techniques. Surgical procedures performed by the gynecologic oncology team include radical pelvic and exenterative, gastrointestinal, urological, and reconstructive plastic surgery. The team is highly skilled in laparoscopic and robotic procedures, enabling many patients to manage reproductive cancers using minimally invasive surgery. In preparation for surgery, patients and families receive a packet of educational materials. A library of books, videotapes and electronic resources are also available.
- Through the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) program, a multi-disciplinary team (including anesthesiologists, surgeons, nurse practitioners, physicians, assistants, nurses, pharmacists and social workers) will work with you to ensure that you are getting the best care, both before and after any surgical procedure. Our ultimate goal is to have you back to your normal lifestyle as quickly as possible.
- Chemotherapy options. The gynecological oncology team includes a clinical pharmacist and chemotherapy-certified nurses experienced in managing intravenous, oral, and intraperitoneal chemotherapy.
- Radiation. In conjunction with the Department of Radiation Oncology, the team develops treatment plans, places brachytherapy devices (radioactive catheters, seeds or capsules), and administers intraperitoneal radioisotypes.
Our exceptional clinical support services contribute to coordinated care. These include Nutrition Services, Palliative Care/Survivorship & Support and Physical and Occupational Rehabilitation, Therapeutic Yoga. For more information, see Patient Support.