Hi Christy, and welcome. I know it is very frightening at this pre-diagnosis stage when so much is still unknown. I think you can take comfort that your gyn is being thorough and making referrals for further investigation. I'm bringing in fellow ovarian cancer members like @starko @miriam57 @odette @pauldale4 @stparker54 @rochellewisner to share their experiences and to be there with you as you journey through the next steps.

As for doctor recommendations, my thoughts are to go to a cancer center of excellence where you will receive care from a whole team. Cancer (if it is cancer) is rarely treated by one specialty. You want to go somewhere where teams work well together. Naturally, I recommend Mayo Clinic, but am well aware there are several premiere cancer centers in the country. Do you live in the US? Do you live near a major cancer center?

Your GYN has likely referred you to a surgical oncologist for further testing first, not treatment. Testing may involve more imaging, but since you're being referred to a surgical oncologist, the next step may be a biopsy. You should be able ask what procedures you are being booked for. Do you already have an appointment with the surgical oncologist?

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