South Texas Gynecologic Oncology is dedicated to providing the best throughout Texas in women’s healthcare for complex benign and malignant gynecological conditions. We apply the total spectrum of options – from the latest surgical techniques to advanced drug therapies – to provide the best possible solutions for women with ovarian, uterine, cervical, vulvar, vaginal, and other types of cancers affecting the reproductive system.
More options exist today to treat gynecologic cancers using minimally invasive procedures. Our area of surgical expertise is in the field of robotic surgery. Our goal with using this state of the art technique is to deliver improved diagnostic abilities while providing a less invasive and more comfortable experience for our patients. Dr. James L. Wilder is one of the top 3 gynecologic oncology robotic surgeons in Texas with more than 2,195 robotic surgeries performed since 2007.
You deserve the very best when you need to see a gynecologic oncology surgeon. From diagnosis to treatment, South Texas Gynecologic Oncology is committed to your health and well-being. We proudly serve patients and families in South Texas and the surrounding areas.
Why Choose South Texas Gynecologic Oncology?
Active in robotic surgery since 2007, Dr. Wilder uses this method for most gynecological procedures. In addition, he also has mastered the more advanced surgical procedures such as radical hysterectomies, cancer staging lymph node procedures, ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancer staging procedures, and complex benign gynecological surgeries on patients who would have normally required an open abdominal procedure. This results in smaller incisions, few complications, and quicker recovery.
What is a gynecologic oncologist?
A gynecologic oncologist is a medical doctor who receives an additional three to four years of training after completing a four year residency in obstetrics and gynecology. During this training, he or she acquires highly specialized expertise to stage, diagnose and treat all types of gynecologic cancer.
A gynecologic oncologist is trained to perform surgical procedures to remove as much cancer as possible, while sparing healthy tissue. These procedures often involve nearby organs and may include: colon resection, splenectomy and removal of tumors from the diaphragm.
In addition to learning these specialized surgical techniques, a gynecologic oncologist is trained to provide chemotherapy and comprehensive oncology care to a woman throughout the course of cancer treatment.
Hospital Affiliations
- North Central Baptist Hospital
Ambulatory Center Affiliations
- Physicians Ambulatory Surgery Center