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I’d recommend locating a highly skilled gynecologic oncologist. This is a doctor who specializes in the surgical care and medical treatment of women with cancer of the reproductive organs. Keep in mind that you want to choose a doctor who specializes in treating uterine cancer based on his or her credentials, as well as one with whom you feel comfortable and whose style you like.

• The Foundation for Women’s Cancer provides a Seek a Specialist service

• Cancer.net, the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s website, allows you to search by doctor’s name, organization, location, and specialty

• National Cancer Institute provides information about finding a doctor

• Ask your primary medical doctor for a referral

• Ask a friend or family member if they can recommend a specialist

• Most hospitals offer doctor referral services - select a hospital based on its reputation for providing high quality cancer care (e.g., NCI-designated facility)