Cancer Specialist (Gynecological)
Cancer Specialists are located in the Capital District Health Authority at the Nova Scotia Cancer Centre in Halifax. This is a provincial program providing service to all Nova Scotians.
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| Capital Health | N/A | ||||||
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Unit: Average calendar days Data Source: Dr. Carl Tupper Gynecologic Oncology Database Data Period: September 2009 Next update: End of November 2009 |
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What are Gynecological Cancer Specialists?
Gynecological Cancer Specialists or oncologists are medical doctors who specialize in the care of cancers associated with the female reproductive system, which include cancers of the ovary, uterus, cervix, vagina, vulva, tube and gestational trophoblastic disease. These medical doctors are trained in all aspects of cancer care: diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy, supportive and palliative care.
Gynecologic Oncology is a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons recognized subspecialty requiring 3 additional years of training after the completion of a five year fellowship in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
How do we measure wait times for Gynecologic Cancer Specialists?
Wait times are currently measured by counting the number of calendar days from the day the referral arrives in the cancer centre to the day the specialist appointment takes place.