FAQ

The following frequently asked questions offer insight into Dr Emma Bryant’s services.

Why do I need a referral to visit a gynecologic oncologist?

Typically, a referral to a gynaecologist oncologist could suggest that your primary healthcare doctor suspects endometrial cancer, cervical cancer, vulva cancer, ovarian cancer or other female reproductive cancers. You may have complicated benign gynaecological problems like stage IV endometriosis or multi-fibroid uterus.

Do I need a referral to see Dr Bryant?

Dr Bryant only sees referred patients and specialises in female pelvic surgery.

What is a Gynecological Oncology?

Gynaecological oncology is the management of female genital tract cancers.

Gynaecological oncology involves treating the following conditions:

  • Endometrial cancer
  • Cervical cancer
  • Vulva cancer
  • Ovarian cancer

How do you treat gynecologic cancer?

Treatment for gynecologic cancer involves a combination of therapies such as:

  • Surgical removal of the cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • Immune therapy
  • Targeted therapy

Will Dr Bryant attend to general gynaecological conditions?

Dr Bryant specialises in gynaecological cancer and general conditions that affect the female reproductive system. She also performs major surgical procedures and standard minor procedures.

General Gynaecological conditions:

  • Endometriosis
  • Benign conditions
  • Abnormal uterine bleeding / heavy menstrual bleeding
  • Chronic pelvic pain
  • Post-menopausal vaginal bleeding
  • Minimally invasive surgery for benign gynaecology including laparoscopic and robotic surgery and resection of endometriosis
  • Abnormal pap smear
  • In room Colposcopy and Lletz
  • Insertion of Intrauterine Devices
  • Vulvar disease such as Lichen Sclerosus

Dr Bryant does not do infertility or hormone treatment. She does not treat pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions.

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