Gynaecological Oncology

All patients with a suspected or confirmed cancer are discussed at a weekly multi- disciplinary Team (MDT) meeting. The Gynaecological Oncology multidisciplinary team (MDT) comprises of experts including oncological surgeons, clinical and medical oncologists, radiologists and pathologists, two clinical nurse specialists (Key Workers) and research nurses.

The benefit of this approach is that the team members plan and agree a recommended pathway of treatment. This could include investigations such as MRI/CT scans or biopsies specifically to individual patients needs, delivering patient centered care as timely as possible.

The team works collaboratively with other specialties such as colorectal, urology and anaesthetics. We also have good links with the hospital based palliative care team and their colleagues in the community.

The team is pleased to be able to offer the patient the opportunity to take part in current clinical trials - screening for cervical, womb and ovarian cancers and treatment for ovarian cancers. There is also another study looking at quality of life, and living with and beyond cancer.

Supporting you

The service aims to provide a clinical nurse specialist (CNS) in gynaecology at your first clinic appointment. Your CNS offers support and advice in the following areas:

• Pre and post surgery
• Chemotherapy
• Radiotherapy
• Managing symptoms after treatments
• Fertility issues, and sexual/intimacy concerns
• Psychological support for patients and family members

They will also refer or sign post to other services such as Macmillan for financial advice, or whatever help you may need.

Gynaecology Outpatients is located on D Level, QA Hospital.

Use lift area 2 (main entrance).

02392 286000 extension 4226

Mobile: 07718 423426

The core team comprises of:

Consultants:

Mr. Dirk Brinkmann

Mr. Francis Gardner

Miss Natalia Povolotskaya

Mr. Robert Woolas 

Gynaecology Oncology CNS Macmillan:

Emma Barber

Gilly Eldridge

Maria Hayes