Cervical Cancer
Cervical Cancer, in almost all cases, is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). It can usually be cured if it has been found and treated in the early stages.
Understanding more about your cancer can help you better understand the treatment options available. Our team offers surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, genetic counseling, nutritional counseling and symptom management, and access to clinical trials investigating immunotherapy and other promising treatments, and more.
To find a gynecologic oncologist: (855) 714-1053
Our services include the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and high risk conditions of the vulva; vagina; cervix; uterus; and ovaries, fallopian tubes and peritoneum, along with rare conditions such as uterine sarcoma and gestational trophoblastic disease.
Cervical Cancer, in almost all cases, is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). It can usually be cured if it has been found and treated in the early stages.
Ovarian, fallopian tube and peritoneal cancers are the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women in the U.S.
Uterine cancer typically starts in the endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus). Our surgeons use cutting-edge methods to ensure the best possible outcome.
Vaginal cancer occurs in the birth canal that leads from the cervix (the opening of the uterus) to the outside of the body.
Vulvar cancer usually forms slowly over a number of years. Infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) causes about half of all vulvar cancers.
If you’re suffering from symptoms of ovarian cancer, or have been diagnosed, one of our experts may be able to help.
John Farley, MD, COL (ret), is a board certified gynecologic oncologist in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at the Center for Women’s Health at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center.
This is a Phase III, global, double-blind, 2-arm randomized study for women with Stage 3 or 4 ovarian cancer (OC), fallopian tube cancer (FTC), or primary peritoneal cancer (PPC) with macroscopic residual disease postoperatively (i.e., after primary tumor reductive surgery). Learn More
There are multiple ways to treat gynecologic malignancies such as ovarian cancer. These may include: surgery, radiation, and/or medications. Your Gynecologic Oncologist at The University of Arizona Cancer Center at St. Joseph’s will help you understand which treatment is most appropriate for you.
Here are some questions to ask your doctor:
You can minimize your risk of developing gynecologic cancers or discovering it at a later stage through these steps: