Being a cancer survivor is a big deal. At CCGYN, we are with you during every step of your journey. We want to make sure that we help and support you with your survivorship care plan. For more information on our survivorship program, click here. For some women with cervical cancer, treatment may remove or…
Here at The Colorado Center for Gynecologic Oncology, we want to make sure that you are aware of your symptoms to make sure that you are treated as soon as possible. If you would like to learn more or schedule an appointment, call us at (303) 955-7574. Cancer may not be on your radar, especially…
Oral contraceptive birth control can be used to help reduce the risk of aggressive ovarian cancer. Here at the Colorado Center for Gynecologic Oncology, we do everything we can to make sure that our patients can reduce risks of ovarian cancer to live a longer and happier life. Oral contraceptive use appeared associated with a…
At the Colorado Center for Gynecologic Oncology, we are are interested in new studies that can benefit our patients. With improved radiation for therapy for ovarian cancer, we can target diseases in patients with ovarian cancer to result in a better outcome. If you would like more information, you can contact us at (303) 955-7574.…
At the Colorado Center for Gynecological Oncology, we always try to help our patients in any way we can. The article shown below will give you insight on screenings and provide helpful information about what should know. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a cancer screening, please contact us at (303)…
At the Colorado Center for Gynecologic Oncology, we are are keenly interested in new studies that can benefit our patients. Read below for more information on a study on PARB inhibitors in ovarian cancer. Study identifies subgroup for whom another go could be worthwhile Lack of response to a PARP inhibitor in epithelial ovarian cancer…
Language is a powerful tool to describe and convey our thoughts. Interpretations of what is heard can vary from each listener. Sometimes, well intentioned words can create meanings that were not intended. Read below for some insights on how the language around cancer patients is interpreted and readers response to cancer language. ‘I needed someone…
At the Colorado Center for Gynecological Oncology, we are always interested in new research studies and their findings. The article below reports on the Women Choosing Surgical Prevention (WISP) trial that began in 2016. Read below for more information on the trial and patient feedback. SGO 2019: Less Worry, More Symptoms and Regret With Risk-Reducing…
Maintenance therapy for cancer patients should improve their quality of life while their cancer is in remission. Read below for details on a new study that shows that Niraparib extends time without symptoms for women with recurrent ovarian cancer. Niraparib maintenance therapy prolonged the time without symptoms or toxicity compared with placebo among women with…
The Colorado Center for Gynecologic Oncology is excited to share our April Newsletter providing patients with new information, upcoming events and inspiring stories.