Gynecology
The gynecology apartment is involved in the diagnostics and treatment of malignant abnormalities in the female reproductive system. This involves tumors in the uterus, cervix, ovaries, vagina, and vulva.
Why the NKI?
You will receive excellent medical care
- Have you been diagnosed with ovarian cancer at a different hospital? You can come to us for a second opinion and/or treatment.
- Research and care in one location: you can be sure that you will be treated according to the latest developments. We will provide you with personalized advice.
- Strong focus on supportive care, like physical therapy, mental health care, or rehabilitation.
- Plenty of time for you and your loved ones.
Center for gynecological oncology Amsterdam (CGOA)
The Gynecologie department at the Netherlands Cancer Institute is part of the center for gynecological oncology Amsterdam, the CGOA. The oncological gynecologists of the CGOA provide gynecological care in three institutes: AMC, the Netherlands Cancer Institute, and VUmc. The CGOA is the largest center for gynecological oncology in the Netherlands.
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691
patients with ovarian cancer -
670
patients with cervical cancer -
587
patients with uterine cancer -
702
patients with vulvar cancer
Patient satisfaction rates at the Netherlands Cancer Institute
Patients give the Netherlands Cancer Institute the following ratings.
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9.1Expertise
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8.9Listen
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9.0Explanation
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8.7Wishes when choosing treatment
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8.8Shared decision making
Your treatment team
Our specialists excel at gynecological cancer treatment. They come together for a multidisciplinary team meeting during which they will review your test results and medical history in order to find the best treatment plan for you. Your physician will discuss this plan with you. At the Netherlands Cancer Institute you are an equal partner in our team, and we will decide on your treatment together.