Discover the latest updates in gynecologic cancer biology and treatment with this advanced master’s degree in Integrative Gynecologic Oncology”

Today, gynecologic cancer represents a significant challenge to women's health worldwide. With the constant evolution in the understanding of the biology and pathology of these tumors, as well as diagnostic and treatment strategies, it is essential for medical specialists to be up-to-date on the latest advances in gynecologic oncology. The complexity and multidisciplinary nature of the care of these patients requires a comprehensive approach that addresses not only clinical aspects, but also psychosocial, ethical and quality of life aspects. 

Against this backdrop, TECH has created this advanced master’s degree in Integrative Gynecologic Oncology. This is an update option for all specialists interested in deepening their knowledge in this field. The program syllabus includes a solid knowledge base in the biological basis of cancer, as well as in chemotherapy treatment, adverse effects and new therapies. The specific management of different types of gynecological cancers, such as endometrial, cervical, ovarian and vulvar cancer, as well as uterine sarcomas, is discussed in depth. 

The program has a team of highly trained teachers with extensive experience in the management of gynecological cancer, which guarantees quality and updated teaching. Furthermore, an educational methodology based on active and participatory teaching is used, with the use of clinical cases, group discussions and practical activities that allow participants to apply the knowledge acquired in real clinical situations. 

A significant advantage of the program is its comprehensive approach, which encompasses clinical, surgical, radiotherapeutic, oncologic and quality-of-life aspects of gynecologic cancer management. Participants will gain a holistic view of the disease and its approach, in a 100% online format that gives them the flexibility to combine it with their personal and professional lives. 

You will have a highly qualified teaching team with extensive experience in the management of gynecological cancer, guaranteeing quality and updated teaching”

This advanced master’s degree in Integrative Gynecologic Oncology contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical case studies are presented by experts in and Oncology and Gynecology 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• A special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the Gynecological Oncology 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

You will cover not only the clinical, but also the psychosocial, ethical and quality of life aspects of gynecologic cancer management, providing you with a holistic view of the disease”

Its teaching staff includes professionals from the field of education, who bring to this program the experience of their work, as well as recognized specialists from reference societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will have clinical cases and practical activities that will allow you to apply the knowledge acquired in real clinical situations”

With a 100% online format, you can study at your own pace and combine it with your personal and professional life, without compromising your daily responsibilities”

The advanced master’s degree in Comprehensive Gynecologic Oncology has as its main objective to update and broaden the knowledge of specialists in the field of gynecologic oncology, providing them with the necessary tools to approach this complex disease in a comprehensive and multidisciplinary manner. Therefore, all the guidelines and content of the and content of the program are based on the latest scientific evidence, supported by the most rigorous postulates in the field.

Delve into the latest developments in gynecologic cancer biology and treatment to stay abreast of best clinical practices”

General Objectives

• Gain up-to-date, specialist knowledge of the procedures and techniques performed in gynecologic oncology, incorporating the latest advances in the discipline in order to increase the quality of daily medical practice
• Know all the concepts of embryology, anatomy, physiology and genetics applicable to the breast
• Know the natural history of breast cancer and its biological aspects 
• Learn about early diagnostic techniques in breast diseases 
• Know all the multidisciplinary teams and platforms related to mastology 
• Know the different histological types of benign and malignant breast tumors 
• Gain knowledge of how to deal with special situations in breast cancer 
• Establish a series of alternatives for the management of benign breast pathology 
• Gain knowledge of the surgical treatment of breast cancer 
• Learn preoperative and postoperative care for breast pathology 
• Apply prophylactic medical treatment of breast cancer 
• Learn to deal with chemotherapy treatments in mammary carcinoma 
• Know the different alternative immunotherapies and support therapies 
• Apply different appropriate molecular techniques in each specific clinical case 
• Provide tools to deal with situations of poor response and recurrence 
• Learn how to deal with metastatic breast cancer 
• Understand the aspects related to research and clinical trials in breast pathology
• Get to know the associations and support groups for patients 

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Biological Basis of Cancer

• Recognize and understand the molecular bases of carcinogenesis as well as its development and metastasis production
• Define the basis of cellular growth regulation
• Understand the role of carcinogens in the formation of genital cancer
• Gain up-to-date knowledge of cancer genetics
• Understand the cellular mechanisms of programed cell death and apoptosis and their relationship and activity with malignant pathology
• Interpret the mechanisms of cancer production and distant metastatis at a molecular level
• Identify the origins of genetic alterations that provoke cancer
• Identify the epigenetic changes and oncogenes related with genital tract tumor pathology
• Explain the mechanisms tumor neoformation in blood vessels
• Recognize respiratory symptomatology, such as that caused by pleural effusion, in the treatment of gynecologic cancer

Module 2. Basis of Chemotherapy Treatment, Adverse Affects and New Therapies

• Identify the essentials for the use of chemotherapy in gynecologic oncology as well as adverse effects and complications
• Identify the basic factors that are involved in chemotherapy treatment
• Highlight the influence of chemotherapy in the cellular cycle
• Identify the action mechanisms of antineoplastic agents
• Recognize the mechanisms for the resistance of medical treatments in gynecologic cancer
• Gain up-to-date knowledge of toxicity and side effects
• Review the available antineoplastic drugs and their characteristics
• Identify cases in which patient observation can be used without using adjuvant treatment
• Understand the role of new tests such as positron emission tomography for cervical cancer
• Evaluate the role of tumor markers such as SCC
• Acquire up-to-date knowledge of the role of laparoscopy in performing a radical hysterectomy and the para-aortic lymphadenectomy for non-early tumor stages
• Evaluate the use of medical and surgical therapy in mestastatic, recurrent or persistent illness
• Study and analyze the postoperative care of patients to identify any complications early on
• Appropriately assess the role of chemotherapy in gestational trophoblastic disease
• Manage the progression of pelvic tumor disease in the most effective way
• Know the diagnostic methodology of occupational respiratory disease: specific bronchial provocations, provocation chamber, etc
• Know the main high and low molecular weight occupational agents
• Differential diagnosis between the different occupational respiratory pathologies: Rhinitis, asthma, eosinophilic bronchitis, pneumonitis, etc

Module 3. Endometrial Cancer I

• Identify the different types of endometrial cancer and perform the appropriate diagnostic and disease extension methods
• Gain up-to-date knowledge on the epidemiology etiopathogenesis of endometrial cancer
• Evaluate patients with a family history of hereditary carcinomas such as Lynch Syndrome
• Understand the diagnostic process for endometrial cancer
• Implement new molecular diagnostic tests for premalignant and malignant endometrial pathology
• Understand and implement surgical treatments in an appropriate way in the treatment of endometrial cancer
• Establish the different uses of the surgical approach both by laparotomy and laparoscopy in endometrial cancer, and update knowledge on the application of robotic surgery in endometrial cancer
• Review adjuvant therapeutic options after primary treatment of endometrial cancer
• Analyze the role of radiotherapy and adjuvant chemotherapy in endometrial cancer
• Understand the applications of hormonal treatment in endometrial cancer

Module 4. Endometrial Cancer II

• Evaluate the distinct types of patients with endometrial cancer in order to implement the most appropriate treatment in each individual case
• Recognize precancerous endometrial lesions and apply the most appropriate treatment
• List the different histological types of endometrial cancer and the different tumor types
• Recognize and interpret the different imaging tests needed for the diagnosis and staging of endometrial cancer
• Interpret the distinct tumor markers and there use in the possible screening of endometrial cancer
• Classify endometrial pathology by FIGO prognostic classification
• Classify the different high and low-risk endometrial tumors
• Study the new surgical techniques for treating high risk endometrial cancer
• Gain up-to-date knowledge on the treatment of some specific endometrial tumors such as the clear cell and serious papillary types
• Review how to deal with recurring endometrial cancer including surgery, radiotherapy and / or chemotherapy as well as evidence on the follow-up treatment and prognosis of endometrial tumors

Module 5. Cervical Cancer I

• Identify pre-invasive pathologies of the cervix and correctly apply early diagnosis methods
• Laparoscopic removal of pelvic sentinel lymph node
• Determine the etiology and etiopathogenesis of cervical cancer and its stages of development
• Gain up-to-date knowledge of the distant imaging techniques for diagnosing cervical cancer such as magnetic resonance and scanning
• Acquire up-to-date knowledge of the treatment for preinvasive cervical lesions including surgery and immunotherapy
• Identify the role of the sentinel node in cervical cancer and the pelvic sentinel node labeled with indocyanine green
• Gain up-to-date knowledge of the use of concurrent and neoadjuvant chemotherapy in cervical cancer
• Compare the characteristics of squamous cell carcinoma and cervical adenocarcinoma

Module 6. Cervical Cancer II

• Classify and treat cervical cancers in the most appropriate way
• Know the risk factors for contracting the human papillomavirus
• Review the application of techniques for early diagnosis of cervical cancer and hereditary-familial diseases affecting the cervix
• Evaluate the role of FIGO and TNM classification in cervical cancer and its prognostic role
• Revise the different invasive surgical techniques for cervical cancer, especially the different types of radical hysterectomy with or without nerve preservation
• Identify the indications of chemotherapy and radiotherapy in cervical cancer
• Gain up-to-date knowledge of the invasive cervical adenocarcinoma and adenocarcinoma in situ

Module 7. Ovarian Cancer I

• Identify patients at risk of ovarian cancer and perform a precise preoperative diagnosis
• Review the epidemiology and etiopathogenesis of ovarian and fallopian tube cancer
• Review the possibilities of screening by ultrasound and the tumor markers for the early detection of ovarian cancer
• Establish the new criteria for pathological and molecular classification of ovarian cancer
• Evaluate the different clinical manifestations, highlighting the value of ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging and scanning in the diagnosis of ovarian cancer
• Analyze the role of tumor serological markers CA125, CA19.9, CEA, HE4 and other rare tumor serological markers in ovarian cancer
• Specifically analyze the role of complete cytoreduction and its prognostic implications
• Analyze the role of interval surgery in ovarian cancer and establish the most appropriate adjuvant chemotherapy steps and biological treatments for each case
• Identify the possibilities available for the follow-up of patients with ovarian cancer
• Analyze the controversies on the management of ovarian and fallopian tube cancer

Module 8. Ovarian Cancer II

• Apply the most appropriate surgical or chemotherapy treatment for each case of ovarian cancer
• To evaluate STIC tubal lesions as precursors of ovarian cancer
• Gain up-to-date knowledge on hereditary-familial ovarian cancer and new predisposing genetic mutations
• Indicate the distinct pathological types of ovarian and fallopian tube cancer and relate them to the different diagnostic tests for studying the extension and initial diagnosis of each one
• Classify the different types of ovarian cancer according to the FIGO classification and determine the general approach surgical procedures
• Evaluate when a patient should preferentially receive neoadjuvant chemotherapy for ovarian cancer
• Analyze the role of radiotherapy and hormone therapy in endometrial cancer
• Review and gain up-to-date knowledge on intraperitoneal chemotherapy treatments and hyperthermic therapy in ovarian and peritoneal cancer

Module 9. Vulvar Cancer I

• Identify the premalignant pathology in the vulva and apply the appropriate diagnostic techniques in each case
• Interpret normal colposcopic and vulvar examination, and interpret abnormal findings on both colposcopic and vulvoscopic examination
• Describe the etiology of vulva cancer and its relationship to recurrent HPV infection
• Assess the role of possible vulvar cancer screening and hereditary risk factors in pathological alterations
• Describe the different histological types of vulvar cancer and the most efficient tests for diagnosis and extension study
• Review the use of tumor markers in vulvar cancer
• Review the procedure for addressing a primary vulvar lesion
• Update on the management of advanced vulvar cancer, both primary tumor and lymph node chains
• Evaluate how to deal with a recurrent vulva carcinoma
• Review the follow-up care of vulvar cancer patients for early detection of recurrences
• Study the characteristics and treatment of tumors of the Bartholin's glands and basal cell carcinomas of the vulva

Module 10. Vulvar Cancer II

• Identify the premalignant pathology in the vulva and apply the appropriate diagnostic techniques in each case
• Interpret normal colposcopic and vulvar examination, and interpret abnormal findings on both colposcopic and vulvoscopic examination
• Describe the etiology of vulva cancer and its relationship to recurrent HPV infection
• Assess the role of possible vulvar cancer screening and hereditary risk factors in pathological alterations
• Describe the different histological types of vulvar cancer and the most efficient tests for diagnosis and extension study
• Review the use of tumor markers in vulvar cancer
• Review the procedure for addressing a primary vulvar lesion
• Update on the management of advanced vulvar cancer, both primary tumor and lymph node chains
• Evaluate how to deal with a recurrent vulva carcinoma
• Review the follow-up care of vulvar cancer patients for early detection of recurrences
• Study the characteristics and treatment of tumors of the Bartholin's glands and basal cell carcinomas of the vulva

Module 11. Uterine Sarcoma I

• Identify and classify the different anatomopathological forms of uterine sarcoma
• Appropriately manage early and advanced stage sarcomatous pathology of the uterus and adequate assessment of its prognosis
• Revise the epidemiology of a uterine sarcoma
• Acquire up-to-date knowledge of the anatomopathologic characteristics of the different histologic types of uterine sarcoma
• Evaluate the role of tumor markers in sarcoma of the uterus
• Review the indications and surgical techniques, as well as radiotherapy and chemotherapy, for the treatment of early stage uterine leiomyosarcoma
• Study the prognostic factors in uterine leiomyosarcoma
• Review the treatment and management of the early stages of endometrial stromal sarcoma

Module 12. Uterine Sarcoma II

• Identify and classify the different anatomopathological forms of uterine sarcoma
• Identify the risk factors associated with the development of a uterine sarcoma
• Review the different clinical manifestations of uterine sarcomas and the use of magnetic resonance in the diagnosis procedures
• Classify the uterine sarcomas accorsing the the internetioanl FIGO classification model
• Gain up-to-date knowledge on the management of recurrent or metastatic disease in uterine leiomyosarcoma
• Analyze the management of recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma
• Study the treatment of a metastatic disease and the prognostic factors of an endometrial stromal sarcoma
• Review the treatment and management of the early stages of undifferentiated endometrial sarcoma

Module 13. Fertility Preservation

• Determine the different fertility preservation techniques in young patients and their oncological implications
• Identify the options for preserving fertility in gynecologic cancer, as well as gamete preservation
• Revise the surgical techniques for preserving fertility in each of the cancers affecting the female genital tract
• Update on the management of pregnant patients with gynecologic cancer
• Review new options for preserving ovarian tissue
• Gain up-to-date knowledge on the current status of uterine transplantation and the most recent results obtained to date

Module 14. Uncommon Gynecologic Tumors

• Identify the different types of less common genital tumors and the corresponding treatment and evolution
• Revise the clinical manifestations and diagnosis of vaginal cancer
• Review the different histological types and classify the different types of vaginal cancer
• Evaluate and create an appropriate diagnostic and management plan for vaginal cancer
• Establish the follow-up plan for vaginal cancer to be able to detect and recurrences
• Identify the prognosis for each type of vaginal cancer
• Review the epidemiology of gestational trophoblastic disease and the clinical features of hydatidiform mole
• Study the clincial characteristic of gestational trophoblastic neoplasia
• Appropriately evaluate the different forms of gestational trophoblastic disease with imaging techniques
• Gain up-to-date knowledge of the histologic shapes of molar and invasive forms
• Appropriately perform staging of placental invasive disease
• Study the different types of surgical treatment suitable for treating the different forms of molar disease in pregnancy
• Recognise and implement the most appropriate methods for follow-up treatment of molar disease in pregnancy
• Appropriately classify the prognosis of gestational trophoblastic disease
• Identify and assess the different tumors that can metastasize in the female genital tract
• Study the way to deal with metastasized cancers in the genital tract
• Analyze and treat neuroendocrine tumors in the female genital tract
• Review the way to deal with tumors of the rectovaginal septum, as well as symptomatology associated with gynecological tumors
• Evaluate the pain, the different types and the treatment of these types of tumors
• Assess the presence of ascites in the context of gynecologic tumors in an appropriate way
• Classify edema and manage it appropriately
• Identify deep vein thrombosis and evaluate the most appropriate anticoagulant treatment for each case

Module 15. Palliative Care and Nutrition

• Study and understand the basis of palliative care and terminal phase of an oncological illness
• Evaluate the usefulness of PET-CT for the assessment of metabolism in suspected malignant lesions
• Gain up-to-date knowledge of gastrointestinal symptomology
• Identify the distant metastasis and assess how to manage it
• Describe the indications and the surgical technique specific to palliative pelvic exenteration
• Comprehensive care of a dying patient and learning how to help them in the final phase of the disease
• Study and treat patients with anxiety and depression in a specific way

Module 16. Palliative Care and Nutrition

• Interpretation of radiology in breast pathology
• Properly manage the diagnosis of microcalcifications and distortion of breast architecture
• Explore pre-treatment clinical staging in breast cancer
• Learn in detail about the latest advances in diagnostic and interventional breast surgery

Module 17. Pathological Anatomy

• Delve into the characteristics of mammary embryology to obtain a broad and exhaustive knowledge of its characteristics
• Gain knowledge of the molecular types of breast cancer and the subtypes of triple negative breast cancer
• Know the latest scientific evidence related to the treatment of fibroepithelial and mesenchymal tumors
• Special emphasis on special clinicopathological situations in which genetic tumor syndromes are present

Module 18. Functional Anatomy

• Delve into the key points of vascularization in skin and areola preservation, as well as muscle preservation and local flaps
• In-depth knowledge of the latest developments in lymphatic drainage
• Study the radiological anatomy of the breast region and donor sites in reconstructive surgery
• Obtain a broad and specialized knowledge of the vascular, nervous and ganglionic content of the axillary cavity

Module 19. Embriology, Malformations and Intersexual States

• Delve into the embryology and physiology of the breast
• Have adequate medical knowledge to identify the different types of breast malformations and their characteristics
• Delve into the specifics of macromastia and micromastia for better clinical management
• Learn in detail about the latest oncological advances in the treatment of inflammatory breast diseases

Module 20. Locoregional Surgical Treatment in Malignant Breast Pathology

• Highlight the basics of breast conserving surgery and the incidence of lumpectomy
• In-depth understanding of the role of loco regional treatment within a multimodal, patient-based approach
• Identify the most current drugs in the treatment of malignant breast pathology, focusing on antibiotic and thromboembolic prophylaxis
• Describe the current modified radical mastectomy, with special emphasis on its indications and alternatives

Module 21. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

• Be able to implement in the professional practice of the graduate the most innovative strategies and techniques in augmentation, reduction and mastopexy
• Know the most effective indications, modalities and current techniques in prosthetic reconstruction in detail
• Obtain a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the possible sequelae of breast-conserving surgery and their treatment
• Understand the importance of specialized scar management with patients who have undergone plastic and reconstructive surgery

Module 22. Systemic Therapy in Breast Cancer

• Update the graduate on cell cycle, oncogenesis and pharmacogenomics in Breast Cancer
• Perform a detailed approach to chemotherapy and its advances
• Learn about the latest developments with respect to target therapies and support
• Delve into the possible complications of breast cancer and their management depending on the affected area

Module 23. Radiotherapy

• Specify the indications for treatment with radiotherapy in patients with breast cancer
• Obtain a broad and comprehensive view of radiology and immunotherapy
• Know the new techniques of partial breast irradiation: IORT, SBRT and External Beam Radiation Therapy
• Detail the recommendations regarding the patient's lifestyle during radiological treatment

Module 24. Precision Oncology and Cancer

• Learn about the evolution of precision medicine, especially in its application in breast cancer
• Delve into targeted therapies based on personalized diagnosis through genetic testing
• Obtain a broad, specialized and up-to-date knowledge of epigenetics
• Improve their skills in intervention and management of breast cancer patients according to the most current and innovative therapies in the field of oncology

It approaches gynecologic cancer in a comprehensive manner, with a multidisciplinary approach in the management of this pathology”