Diagnosis and Initial Management of Cervical and Uterine Cancer - Joshua Cohen, MD

Overview

This course covers the diagnosis and initial management of cervical and uterine cancer. The learning outcomes include understanding the role of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted agents in treating these cancers. The course teaches key anatomy, symptoms, risk factors, and management strategies for both cervical and uterine cancer. The teaching method includes lectures on surgical approaches, data-guided decision-making, and resources for patients. The intended audience is healthcare professionals, particularly those involved in gynecologic oncology.

Syllabus

Intro
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Approach to Gynecologic Cancer Treatment
Key Anatomy
Total laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Symptoms of Cervical Cancer
Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer
Protective Actions Against Cervical Cancer
Management of Cervical Cancer
Surgical Approach for Cervical Cancer
Data to guide route of radical hysterectomy (open vs minimally invasive)
What is Uterine Cancer?
Symptoms of Uterine Cancer
Risk Factors for Uterine Cancer
Approach to Uterine Cancer Treatment
Management of Uterine Cancer
Uterine Cancer Grade versus Stage
Uterine Cancer - Sentinel Lymph Node Dissection
Avoiding Lymphedema
Resources for Patients with Gynecologic Cancer
Cancer Prevention is the Best Approach
UCLA Division of Gynecologic Oncology