While a primary care doctor can diagnose and treat a wide range of health conditions affecting both men and women, an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB/GYN) specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing health issues that can specifically impact women. This is especially true of reproductive issues in women, such as problems with your menstrual cycle or breast health.
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When to See a Gynecologic Oncologist
A gynecologic oncologist is a specialty gynecologist who is educated and trained in oncology – the medical specialty that diagnosis, treats, prevents, and studies cancer. They provide comprehensive care for women who have cancers specifically in the reproductive system. This includes the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, vulva, vagina, and cervix. Gynecologic oncologists also diagnose and
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You probably have a primary care physician who you see when you need medical care for common issues such as a cold, flu, basic bloodwork, and annual checkups. However, there are a variety of healthcare issues primary care physicians do not treat, including women’s health issues. This is where obstetrician-gynecologists or OB-GYNs come in. What
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