Gynecologic Oncologist

Job Description

Job Summary :

We are seeking a qualified Gynecologic Oncologist to diagnose and treat cancers of the female reproductive system. The role involves performing complex oncologic surgeries, developing multidisciplinary treatment plans, and providing compassionate care throughout the cancer journey.

Key Responsibilities :

Perform surgical treatment for gynecologic cancers

Collaborate with oncology teams for integrated patient care

Interpret diagnostic tests and stage cancers

Counsel patients and families with empathy

Participate in tumor boards and clinical audits

Common Gynecologic Oncology Surgeries

Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH)

Removal of the uterus through an abdominal incision.

Radical Hysterectomy

Removal of the uterus, surrounding tissues, upper vagina, and sometimes lymph nodes (for cervical cancer).

Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy (BSO)

Removal of both fallopian tubes and ovaries.

Debulking Surgery

Removal of as much tumor mass as possible, often used in ovarian cancer.

Pelvic and Para-aortic Lymphadenectomy

Removal of lymph nodes in the pelvic and para-aortic regions.

Omentectomy

Removal of the omentum (fatty apron in the abdomen), often done in ovarian cancer surgery.

Exenteration

Extensive surgery removing pelvic organs (bladder, rectum, reproductive organs) in advanced cancers.

Laparoscopy or Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Minimally invasive techniques to perform diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

Requirements

Job Summary : We are seeking a qualified Gynecologic Oncologist to diagnose and treat cancers of the female reproductive system. The role involves performing complex oncologic surgeries, developing multidisciplinary treatment plans, and providing compassionate care throughout the cancer journey. Key Responsibilities : Perform surgical treatment for gynecologic cancers Collaborate with oncology teams for integrated patient care Interpret diagnostic tests and stage cancers Counsel patients and families with empathy Participate in tumor boards and clinical audits Common Gynecologic Oncology Surgeries Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) Removal of the uterus through an abdominal incision. Radical Hysterectomy Removal of the uterus, surrounding tissues, upper vagina, and sometimes lymph nodes (for cervical cancer). Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy (BSO) Removal of both fallopian tubes and ovaries. Debulking Surgery Removal of as much tumor mass as possible, often used in ovarian cancer. Pelvic and Para-aortic Lymphadenectomy Removal of lymph nodes in the pelvic and para-aortic regions. Omentectomy Removal of the omentum (fatty apron in the abdomen), often done in ovarian cancer surgery. Exenteration Extensive surgery removing pelvic organs (bladder, rectum, reproductive organs) in advanced cancers. Laparoscopy or Robotic-Assisted Surgery Minimally invasive techniques to perform diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.