Menopause, fertility and adoption
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Menopause
Understanding and managing menopause after ovarian cancer treatment
Dr. Shibani Nicum, a leading Consultant Medical Oncologist specialising in the treatment of women’s cancers at University College London. Dr Nicum discusses treatment options, including HRT, and also lifestyle changes that can help to manage troublesome menopause symptoms. Recorded in July 2026.
Managing menopause post treatment using non-hormonal approaches
A webinar and Q&A session with Dr Laura Jarvis, Specialty Doctor in Tayside’s Sexual and Reproductive Health service and Julia Pugh, oncology advanced Nurse practitioner working in Manchester to deliver a webinar on managing menopause post-treatment using non-hormonal approaches. Recorded in September 2024.
Fertility
Exploring fertility choices
A webinar with Anya Sizer from Fertility Network UK about fertility options for those diagnosed with ovarian cancer or who have had risk-reducing surgery. Recorded in July 2020.
Fertility choices after a diagnosis of ovarian cancer
A webinar with Dr Palinska-Rudzka and Dr Kitson, on options for fertility preservation after a diagnosis of ovarian cancer and alternative ways to start a family if fertility preservation is not advised. Recorded in November 2025.
Adoption
All about adoption
A webinar with Anya Sizer from Fertility Network UK about the adoption process for those diagnosed with ovarian cancer or who have had risk-reducing surgery. Recorded in September 2020.
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