London Gynaecological Oncologists

The medical specialism of gynaecology is broadly divided into two areas that require different types of gynaecological experience, training and skill. These are:

and

  • Gynaecological Oncologists such as Miss Adeola Olaitan and Mr Adam Rosenthal (on this website) who specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of gynaecological cancers including ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, endometrial cancer and cervical cancer,

Although there may be overlap during the diagnostic phase, these are distinct areas of expertise. Consultant Gynaecologist and Gynaecological Oncologist, Mr Adam Rosenthal who specilaises in ovarian cancer says, "I refer to consultant colleagues in other branches of medicine, including within gynaecology, whenever the patient would be better served by a doctor who is more expert in a particular area than I am. Given the increasing complexity of medicine, this approach is key to the best possible care".

Dr Rosenthal is one of the UK’s leading experts on inherited gynaecological cancers. He sits on the UK Cancer Genetics Group Steering Committee and advises various medical charities. In his article for Total Health, The Significance of a Family History of Ovarian Cancer, Mr Rosenthal answers the following questions:

 
Mr Adam Rosenthal operates from The Highgate Private Hospital
Abnormal, uncontrolled cell division resulting in a malignant tumour that may invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant parts of the body. Full medical glossary
Relating either to the cervix (the neck of the womb) or to the cervical vertebrae in the neck (cervical spine). Full medical glossary
The process of determining which condition a patient may have. Full medical glossary
Relating to the endometrium. Full medical glossary
A condition in which tissue that normally lines the uterus (womb) of a woman is found outside the uterus or in other parts of the body. Full medical glossary
A benign tumour, most often in the uterus. Full medical glossary
Benign tumours, most often in the uterus. Full medical glossary
A substance produced by a gland in one part of the body and carried by the blood to the organs or tissues where it has an effect. Full medical glossary
The administration of female hormones in cases where they are not sufficiently produced by the body. Abbreviated to HRT. Full medical glossary
relating to the ovaries Full medical glossary