Meeting future requirements in gynaecological oncology subspecialty training

Authors

  • Leon Cornelius Snyman

Abstract

Subspecialty training in gynaecological oncology in South Africa is a very young venture in the discipline of gynaecology. In 2008, the first candidate fulfilled the requirements for the College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of South Africa’s subspecialty certificate in Gynaecological Oncology. As a subspecialty, gynaecological oncology adds significant value to the management and care of women who are diagnosed with gynaecological cancer, and enhances survival and treatment outcome.1 Therefore, there is no doubt that it is judicious to train gynaecological oncologists in South Africa.

Author Biography

  • Leon Cornelius Snyman
    Principal Specialist Gynaecological Oncology Unit Department Obstetrics & Gynaecology University of Pretoria

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Published

2012-10-29

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 2 (2012)

Section

Guest Editorial

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South African Journal of Gynaecological Oncology (SAJGO) Copyright is held by South African Society of Gynaecologic Oncology (SASGO). Copyright of the articles is held by the authors. The work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non-Commercial Works 4.0 South Africa License (CC BY NC). Material submitted for publication in the SAJGO is accepted provided it has not been published elsewhere. The SAJGO does not hold itself responsible for statements made by the authors. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors. They do no purport to reflect the opinions or views of SASGO or its members.