Coping with Early Menopause After Gynecologic Cancer
Facing ovarian, uterine, or cervical cancer can be overwhelming, and for some, it brings the added challenge of early menopause. To help you navigate this complex experience, we invite you to join Weill Cornell Medicine gynecologic oncologists Dr. Melissa Frey and Dr. Deanna Gerber for an informative conversation about early menopause and hormone replacement therapy […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (The Who’s Who on Your Medical Team)
The relationships you build with your medical team are important ones. Your questions and their expertise often guide the conversations in each appointment. And your needs are essential to consider as you work together for the best care experience. Join us on Wednesday, September 10th, as we talk together about common obstacles and approaches to […]
Mouth Matters: Oral Health Before, During & After Cancer Treatment
Join us on for an important conversation about protecting your oral health throughout the cancer journey. Jill Meyer-Lippert, RDH, founder of Side Effect Support LLC, will share expert insights on managing oral side effects during and after treatment, as well as proactive steps to protect long-term dental health. Inspired by her mother’s painful experience with […]
Ask the Oncologist: Live Q&A with Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky
We went LIVE with Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky, gynecologic and breast medical oncologist at Valley Health, for Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. Listen to the recording to: Learn the early signs and symptoms you shouldn’t ignore Get expert tips on prevention, treatment, and life after cancer Listen to Dr. Teplinsky answer questions from our community Whether […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (Building a Self-Care Toolbox)
Caring for yourself throughout the cancer trajectory requires flexibility and awareness. Different emotions and challenges occur at the time of diagnosis, during treatment, and months (or even years) after treatment has ended. How you care for yourself in different settings, whether surrounded by others, in a professional setting, or in the middle of the night, […]
What Does it Mean to be in the NSMP Category of Uterine Cancer?
Stephanie Gaillard, MD PHD, Director, Gynecologic Cancer Trials and Co-Director, Developmental Therapeutics/Phase I Clinical Trials Program, Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Gaillard will explain what the No Specific Molecular Profile (NSMP) category of endometrial/uterine cancer is and tell us about the research that is going on in the various subcategories of NSMP. […]
Healing Through Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Discover how pelvic floor physical therapy can play a powerful role in cancer recovery. Join Dr. Lily Jilk, an experienced pelvic floor physical therapist, for an insightful session on managing pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life during and after cancer treatment. While especially beneficial for those recovering from gynecologic cancers, pelvic floor physical […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (The Power of Purpose)
Cancer survivors often struggle with living with uncertainty, and it can feel reckless to think beyond the day-to-day. The word purpose might feel overwhelming or out of touch. And yet, studies show that having a sense of purpose plays a positive role in mental health. At the most basic level, a sense of purpose directs […]
Uterine Sarcoma: What You Need to Know
Join Dr. Nita Lee, Gynecologic Oncologist and expert in rare uterine cancers at the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center, for a discussion on uterine sarcoma—an often overlooked and aggressive form of cancer. Dr. Lee shares the most current advancements in diagnosis, treatment options, and ongoing research, shedding light on this rare disease and what […]