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Gynecologic Malignancies
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Tanya Dwyer - ChoriocarcinomaTanya Dwyer was treated in 2004 for a rare type of cancer affecting younger women, called choriocarcinoma, in Philadelphia. Choriocarcinomas usually occur in the reproductive organs and develop from cells that would typically turn into eggs in a woman's uterus. These cells usually grow quickly and spread widely. |
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Connie Jackley - Uterine, Colon, Pancreas, Breast CancerIn 1995, Connie and Michael Jackley experienced life's greatest pain as they lost their only child, Rachel, 21, to cancer. Several years later, when Connie was diagnosed with cancer herself, she did not have the desire to fight. Thankfully, Dr. James Watson, a surgical oncologist at Fox Chase Cancer Center, entered the picture and inspired her to keep fighting when she felt like she had nothing left to give. He performed multiple surgeries on Connie over the years to keep her alive and well. Connie now considers Dr. Watson a friend. |
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Sue Volpe - Endometrial CancerIn February 2009, Sue Volpe went to her gynecologist for her annual exam. She mentioned to the doctor that her periods were a little heavier than usual and that she occasionally skipped a month. Since Sue was 47 at the time, he suggested it may be the start of menopause - or something else. He offered to perform an endometrial biopsy, which is a simple procedure that often results in some cramping. Sue went home to think about it. Several months later, Sue's period lasted for two weeks and she began experiencing cramps. She decided to have the biopsy. One week later, Sue received the dreaded call. "My doctor said I had stage II endometrial cancer," she recalled. "I reached for a pen and paper because I knew that I would not remember another word he said." |
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Phyllis Horner - Fallopian Tube CancerPhyllis Horner is a vibrant young woman with a strong commitment to her religious faith. When she was diagnosed with fallopian tube cancer, that faith saw her through, every step of the way. |
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