Gynecologic Oncologist Definition by Healthwise:
Gynecologic oncologists are medical doctors who specialize in the care and treatment of women with cancers of the ovaries, uterus, cervix, and vagina (reproductive organs).
Gynecologic oncologists can be board-certified through the Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, which is recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
| Author: | Jeannette Curtis |
| Medical Review: | Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
| Last Updated: May 25, 2007 | |
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