ProHealth Care Gynecologic Oncology Services

ProHealth Care's gynecologic oncology program offers leading-edge, specialized care for women with diseases of the reproductive system – including cervical, ovarian and uterine cancer. Led by Janet Drake, MD, a board certified, fellowship-trained gynecologic oncologist, women in this program have access to this highly respected cancer specialist, offering expertise across a broad range of these diseases. Our exceptional support staff include nurses who focus on caring for women diagnosed with a GYN cancer, offering personalized care and advanced treatments.

Our ServicesJanet Drake, MD

--ProHealth Care embraces the idea of a team approach to gynecologic cancer care where all physician specialists and clinical staff meet together to review each woman's care and agree on the best treatment options. Dr. Janet Drake works closely with other physicians such as OB/GYNs, urogynecologists, medical and radiation oncologists, and integrative medicine specialists. Other members of the physician team include:

  • Pathologists with extensive experience in diagnosing gynecologic cancers
  • Radiologists with expertise in pelvic imaging
  • Medical oncologists who specialize in GYN chemotherapy options
  • Radiation oncologists experienced in advanced therapies

 --Highly Specialized technology, often available only in world-class teaching and research centers, to diagnose and treat GYN cancers. Technology includes:

  • The daVinci Robotic Surgical System for performing complicated surgical procedures.
  • CyberKnife cancer treatment offering a very precise form of radiation treatment and only available at about 150 cancer centers worldwide.
  • CT/PET scans, producing high-resolution, non invasive images that offer important information in diagnosing a GYN cancer.

--Access to specialized research opportunities for the best chance of beating cancer.

--Collaboration with the Cancer Genetic Risk Assessment Program designed to evaluate your risk for certain GYN cancers based on heredity and other related factors. The program includes education, individualized risk assessment, screening and cancer detection at it's earliest stage when successful treatment is greatest.

--A holistic, integrative approach to care that includes healing therapies such as acupuncture, essential oils, guided imagery, yoga and more.

Why choose us for your Gynecologic Oncology care?

  • Janet Drake, MD, Gynecologic Oncologist, has extensive experience in this sub-specialty of women's health and has earned many awards and honors throughout her career. She has strong interest in advanced GYN oncology research, looks for a collaborative approach with referring physicians and creates a healing environment for women and staff.

  • Listen to Dr. Drake's Live Discussions
     - HPV Vaccine Discussion
     -  Ovarian, Cervical & Uterine Cancer plus Treatment Discussion
  • The physician team meets to discuss individual GYN cancer cases and carefully considers the best treatment plan for each woman. This multidisciplinary approach gives patients multiple second opinions representing a variety of medical specialists.
  • Advanced treatment options to fit each woman's needs. Treatment for GYN cancer can include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Early stage cancers are often treated with surgery alone. ProHealth Care is committed to maintaining a woman's quality of life and minimizing any potential side effects.
  • State-of-the-art advanced technology for diagnosis and treatment.
  • Specialized clinical research opportunities offering access to new therapies.
  • GYN cancer clinic appointments available at Waukesha and Oconomowoc Memorial Hospitals.
  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital received the Top 100 Hospitals award from Thomson Reuters for excellence in outcomes, patient safety, satisfaction and more!
  • The Regional Cancer Center at Waukesha Memorial Hospital is among 14  hospitals in the nation to receive a grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to expand its cancer research program, supportive care services and provide state-of-the-art cancer care to underserved populations.
  • ProHealth Care's Regional Cancer Center was the first network-accredited cancer program in Wisconsin and was further distinguished by earning the Outstanding Achievement Ward from the Commission on Cancer in 2007. This means ProHealth Care meets the highest standards for cancer care.

How can I learn more?

-- For more information about our services or to make an appointment at either hospital location call (262)928-2594.

-- Call our Cancer Information Line at (877)398-7878.

-- Look up more information on reproductive system cancers in our health encyclopedia.

-- Learn about other ProHealth Care services for Women's Health.