Variations in gynecologic oncology training in low (LIC) and middle income (MIC) countries (LMICs): common efforts and challenges

Abstract Gynecologic cancer, cervical cancer in particular, is disproportionately represented in the developing world where mortality is also high. Screening programs, increased availability of chemotherapy, and an awareness of HIV-related cancers have in part accelerated a need for physicians who c...

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Published in:Gynecologic oncology reports 2017-05, Vol.20 (C), p.9-14
Main Authors: Johnston, Carolyn, Ng, Joseph S, Manchanda, Ranjit, Tsunoda, Audrey Tieko, Chuang, Linus
Format: Article
Language:English
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Gynecologic: Oncology
Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Medicine
LMICs
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Training
Virtual Special Section on Gynecologic Cancers in Resource-constrained Countries
Edited by Linus Chuang
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Summary:Abstract Gynecologic cancer, cervical cancer in particular, is disproportionately represented in the developing world where mortality is also high. Screening programs, increased availability of chemotherapy, and an awareness of HIV-related cancers have in part accelerated a need for physicians who can treat these cancers, yet the infrastructure for such training is often lacking. In this paper, we address the variations in gynecology oncology training in LMICs as well as the ubiquitous challenges, in an effort to guide future agendas.
ISSN:2352-5789
2352-5789
DOI:10.1016/j.gore.2017.01.003