Women’s Cancer Blog

Dr. Jaime Arruda notes that despite proof specialists in gynecologic cancers have better outcomes, most women with ovarian cancer receive inadequate care from less qualified providers.

Clinical trials offer hope for individual participants and for many people, while helping researchers find better treatments for others in the future.

Dr. Corr shares common symptoms to look out for in gynecologic cancers. Knowing the symptoms can lead to earlier detection and improve the chances of survival.

Dr. Bradley Corr discusses this hot topic in gynecologic cancer research and the challenges that come along with it. Learn more about immunotherapy and the treatment success it may bring over the next 5-10 years.

In this video blog, Dr. Carolyn Lefkowits explains the benefits of palliative care for cancer patients. Learn how a dedicated team can help you manage the side effects, symptoms and emotional weight of cancer treatment.

Dr. Jaime Arruda discusses the current state and the future of genetic testing. Learn more about what ethical dilemmas she thinks we will have to hurdle to manage this new technology.

Women at higher risk for breast cancer – and up to 1 in 10 women are - are also at a heightened risk for ovarian cancer. So while many women are very much aware of their breast cancer risk, they should also see a gynecologic oncologist for a simultaneous breast/ovarian cancer exam.

Dr. Jaime Arruda, gynecologist and advanced pelvic surgeon at the University of Colorado explores one of the most debated topics in women's health: the link between birth control and risks for breast cancer and ovarian cancer.

Dr. Behbakht discusses cancer treatment at CU's Gynecologic Oncology center. Learn about our state-of-the-art chemotherapy, radiation & surgical options for women's cancers.

Dr. Jaime Arruda discusses minimally invasive surgery & robotic surgery for gynecologic cancers. Learn how minimally invasive surgery is performed and who may be a candidate for the procedure.

Dr. Saketh Guntupalli discusses women's cancer research at the Anschutz Medical Center, the leading cancer research center in the Rocky Mountin region. Learn how this benefits our patients ever day.

The month of January is recognized as National Cervical Awareness month, and is an opportunity to raise awareness about HPV and cervical cancer and how women can better protect themselves from it.

If you’re diagnosed with a gynecological cancer, such as ovarian or uterine, you’d probably prefer to be treated by a doctor who specializes in, and only treats, women with gynecological cancer. Unfortunately, where you live may determine whether or not this is feasible or convenient, and may affect survival outcomes.

Dr. Jaime Arruda discusses how uterine transplants can give fertility back to women whose uterus was damaged beyond function by cancer treatment.

Angelina made an informed decision to remove her breasts and ovaries due to a genetic predisposition to breast and ovarian cancer. What can other women learn from Angelina’s example?