Division of Gynecologic Oncology

The faculty, fellows, nurses, pharmacists, and other staff of the UW Department of Ob-Gyn Division of Gynecologic Oncology stand together on a staircase, all making a W sign with their hands to symbolize Wisconsin

The University of Wisconsin Gynecologic Oncology program strives to be among the nation’s best, serving women in Wisconsin and beyond. We accompany every woman and her family throughout their journey with cancer. We nurture ourselves and each other allowing us to greet each day revitalized. Our entire team is committed to patient-centered care, research, and education in a mutually respectful environment.

The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center has the largest Gynecologic Oncology department in Wisconsin, offering patients state-of-the-art care in the diagnosis and treatment of gynecologic cancer. Our gynecologic oncologists see more than 450 patients annually with common as well as rare gynecologic cancers including:

  • Cervical
  • Ovarian
  • Uterine
  • Vulvar
  • Vaginal
  • Gestational trophoblastic disease
  • Leiomyosarcoma
  • Mixed mullerian tumors
  • Pseudomyxoma peritonei

Patients diagnosed with any of these gynecologic cancers are seen in our multidisciplinary clinic by our team of gynecologic oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, genetic counselors and health psychologists. Each patient is evaluated and treatment is individually tailored to each patient's needs. In addition to treatment, the UW Carbone Cancer Center is committed to improving a woman's quality of life and minimizing side effects while she undergoes therapy.

Division of Gynecologic Oncology News

Welcome incoming Gynecologic Oncology Fellow Caroline Shermoen, MD!

The UW Department of Ob-Gyn Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship is pleased to share that Caroline Shermoen, MD, will join the department in August 2027 as the newest gynecologic oncology fellow!Shermoen completed medical school at the University of Miami, and will finish obstetrics and gynecology residency at Pennsylvania Hospita... more

UW Department of Ob-Gyn brings research to 2026 HAGO Annual Meeting

The Heartland Association of Gynecologic Oncology hosted its 2026 Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL, on September 26-27, bringing together gynecologic cancer physicians, researchers, and trainees from across the central United States to share research and knowledge in gynecologic oncology. Trainees from the UW Department of Ob-Gy... more

Women’s Healthcast: Gynecologic Cancer and Aging, featuring Catherine Zhang, MD, MPH

September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise additional awareness and support for those affected by cancers of the female reproductive system. This is an important topic that needs to be addressed and brought to everyone's attention, especially people who are at increased risk of developing gynecologic can... more

Zhang discusses gynecologic cancer awareness with WBAY

Catherine Zhang, MD, MPH, assistant professor in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology, spoke with Wisconsin media about gynecologic cancer risk factors, screening gaps, and early warning signs during Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. In “Doctors urge awareness of gynecologic cancer risk factors as awareness month begins,” a... more

Zhang, Jacques publish article in Wisconsin Medical Journal

Laura Jacques, MD, associate professor in the Division of Academic Specialists in Ob-Gyn, and Ran Catherine Zhang, MD, MPH, assistant professor in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology, co-authored a new article published in Wisconsin Medical Journal. Co-authors include Madelyn Frey, MPH; Laurie Lapp, MD, MPH; and Lena Swander... more
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