- gynaecological oncologist: performs surgery and oversees all aspects of treatment of cancers of women’s reproductive organs (except breasts)
- gynaecological pathologist: examines cells/tissue removed from the abdomen or ovaries under a microscope
- medical oncologist: manages chemotherapy, cancer pain and other symptoms
- radiation oncologist: specialises in radiotherapy
- radiation therapist: assists in planning and giving radiotherapy
- radiologist: reads diagnostic images such as X-rays, ultrasounds, computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans
- oncology nurse: specialises in caring for people with cancer
- general practitioner: provides ongoing care and works with other members of the treatment team
- psychologist, psychiatrist or counsellor: specialise in providing emotional support and managing anxiety and depression
- palliative care specialist, palliative care nurse: specialise in providing practical support and symptom relief
- social worker: specialises in providing emotional support, counselling and advice about some practical and legal matters
- welfare worker: provides practical support and advice
- dietitian: specialises in providing advice about what to eat
- physiotherapist, occupational therapist: assist with exercise and pain management
- community/district nurse: provides care and support at home
- community palliative care team: provide practical support and symptom relief at home
- pharmacist: specialises in supplying, dispensing and manufacturing drugs
- pastoral care/religious representative: provides spiritual support.
Members of the ovarian cancer treatment team
The following health professionals may be involved in the care of a woman with ovarian cancer:
Last Updated on Monday, 20 July 2009 09:07