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Can all gynaecologists do a radical hysterectomy or do i need to go to an oncologist? i've been told i need to get one because i have cervical cancer.

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Dr. SURESH KATAKKAR answered

Yes he can but...: Yes he can but Gyn Oncologist has more expertise in cancer surgery.

Answered 10/21/2018

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A member asked:

Can all gynaecologists do a radical hysterectomy or do i need to go to an oncologist? i've been told i need to get one because i have cervical cancer.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. SURESH KATAKKAR answered

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