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 […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (PTSD and Cancer Survivorship)
For many survivors, a cancer diagnosis can be a traumatic experience and have a long-lasting negative impact on their mental and emotional well-being, well after diagnosis. Intense feelings such as “scanxiety” triggered by follow-up appointments or the overwhelm brought on by a cancer story woven into the plot of your favorite TV show are common […]
Let’s Talk About It: Gynecologic Cancer (Beating Brain Fog)
Cancer survivors often use the term “brain fog” to describe the heavy and cumbersome feeling of lacking mental clarity. Chemobrain can be a side effect of chemotherapy, resulting in difficulty remembering details, multi-tasking, or staying focused through longer tasks. In addition to the impact of cancer treatments, the diagnosis of cancer itself can be stressful, […]
What’s New in Uterine Cancer? Updates from the SGO Annual Meeting and Clinical Trial Opportunities
Join Dr. Joshua Cohen, Medical Director of the Gynecologic Cancer Program at City of Hope Orange County, as he provides an update from the 2025 Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer and new emerging strategies/clinical trials for patients impacted by endometrial cancer. Dr. Cohen will break down the research presented at […]
Out, Proud & Proactive: Gynecologic Cancer Risks, Screening & Self-Advocacy
LGBTQIA+ individuals often face unique barriers in accessing gynecologic care, which can impact cancer risk, screening rates, and overall health outcomes. This presentation will explore the risks of gynecologic cancers in the LGBTQIA+ community, recommended screening guidelines, and how to navigate healthcare settings with confidence. Join Al Asante, PA-C, MBA, Associate Director of Advanced Practice […]