The future of gynecologic oncology. Challenges - opportunities

The gynecologist as gynecologic oncologist: Comprehensive knowledge about oncologic diseases of the breast and the female genital tract is an essential part of the residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Medical training includes prevention, diagnostics, surgical, medical as well as complementary therapy and follow-up of female cancer. The fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology aims to deepen these basic skills. Knowledge in diagnosis and indications, respectively, for medical and surgical oncologic treatment strategies is expanded. Surgical skills in oncologic procedures including breast and abdominal surgery are acquired. After finishing the fellowship, the gynecologic oncologist should be capable to indicate, plan and perform medical and surgical treatments in cancerous diseases of the breast and the female genital tract. Moreover, it is essential for gynecologic oncologists to understand and include multidisciplinary treatment strategies in cooperation with radiotherapists, general surgeons and medical oncologists to achieve optimal results for their cancer patients