Gynecologic Cancers (Lunch n Learn with the Doctors)
Health Topic Category
In this multidisciplinary talk conducted virtually, Drs. Nissenblatt and Soffen conduct a comprehensive review of the diagnosis, treatment and management of gynecological cancers.
Topics include:
- Common types of cancers found in women: ovarian, uterine, cervical
- Causes of ovarian and fallopian cancers, and uterine and cervical cancers
- The roles of the surgeon, oncologist, and radiation oncologist in managing gynecologic cancers
- The role of vaccines in preventing cervical cancer • The role of radiation in uterine and cervical cancer
- Systemic treatments for gynecological cancers: chemo and non-chemo options
Speakers:
- Dr. Michael Nissenblatt, Medical Oncologist, Regional Cancer Care Associates, Central Jersey Division
- Dr. Edward M. Soffen, Radiation Oncologist, Princeton Radiation Oncology
Sponsored by:
- Regional Cancer Care Associates Central Jersey Division
- Princeton Radiation Oncology
- East Brunswick Public Library's Just for the Health of It initiative to promote community health and wellness