Why Choose the University of Colorado Cancer Center for Gynecologic Cancer Treatment?
We’re the Region’s Only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
The University of Colorado Cancer Center is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Rocky Mountain Region-and one of only 39 in the United States.
This designation means that we are recognized as leaders in providing outstanding cancer care and cancer-related education, and in driving new research. No other cancer center in the region offers the expertise we do.
We Specialize in Gynecologic Cancers
There are more than 100 different types of cancer. To ensure that we are always leading care at the cutting edge, UCCC has expert teams that each specialize in a small number of different cancer types. We specialize in:
Because we are sub-specialized in gynecologic cancers, we have treated the most common and the rarest types of cancer. And more experience leads to better outcomes.
- Our team is a highly successful multidisciplinary clinical group that includes outstanding gynecologic oncologists, radiation oncologists, urologic oncologists, fertility specialists.
- We specialize only in the treatment of gynecologic cancers.
- We are supported by world experts in the microscopic classification of cancers and experts in the interpretation of X-rays, CTs, PET/CTs and other scans-UCCC pathologists.
- We offer second opinions on gynecologic cancers.
- We have access to many new treatments, including the latest drugs and vaccines for treating gynecologic cancers, through our involvement in clinical trials.
We Offer Fertility-Sparing Treatment
When certain gynecologic cancers are at an early stage, it may be possible to treat the cancer while sparing your future fertility. We have doctors who specialize in fertility (reproductive endocrinologists) who will join your care team if you are able to take advantage of this option.
We’re Part of a Larger Collaborative Team
In addition to reviewing information from outside doctors, all our doctors can:
- Instantly access computerized records within the University of Colorado system
- Instantly see all consultations and tests conducted within the University of Colorado Hospital system
- Easily make referrals between different types of doctor within the University of Colorado Hospital system, covering all specialties from A to Z
We Offer Access to Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Some patients choose to complement their medical treatment with lifestyle changes and other benefits available through our doctor-led Center for Integrative Medicine.
We Offer Comprehensive Patient Support
You will find the support you need through the Monfort Cancer Resource Center, our membership in the Lance Armstrong Foundation LIVESTRONG Centers of Excellence Program, and the Cancer Information and Counseling Line.
We Have the Best Survival Rates in Colorado
Based on Colorado Cancer Registry data, the survival rates for patients treated within the University of Colorado Cancer Center are higher than those for the state as a whole, especially at the 5-year mark.
We’re One of the Nation’s Best Cancer Centers
U.S. News and World Report has consistently ranked the University of Colorado Cancer Center’s adult patient care center at University of Colorado Hospital among the best cancer programs in the nation.
- In 2007, we ranked 35th overall and among the ten best in the West
- 5280 Magazine consistently votes our cancer doctors among the best in Colorado
- We have more cancer doctors listed among Best Doctors in America than any other cancer center in the region