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Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences OB/GYN

Division of Gynecologic Oncology

The UC San Diego Rebecca and John Moores Cancer Center is the only cancer facility in San Diego designated as a National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center. In fact, only 71 centers, in 36 states have earned this distinction. The faculty in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology provide care for women with cancer of the reproductive tract and conduct research in order to improve early detection, investigate novel therapeutics and initiate treatment for gynecologic cancers.

As San Diego's only medical institution affiliated with NRG Oncology (formerly the Gynecologic Oncology Group), we offer patients an opportunity to participate in National Institute of Health-supported clinical trials which explore novel therapies not available elsewhere in San Diego. Our patients also have access to innovative industry-sponsored trials.

These state-of-the art treatment options are available for the management of the following gynecologic malignancies:

  • Cervical Cancer
  • Endometrial Cancer
  • Fallopian Tube Cancer
  • Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Uterine Sarcoma
  • Vaginal Cancer
  • Vulvar Cancer

Our team, which includes gynecologic oncologists, radiation oncologists, and cancer researchers, meets regularly to review all cases, explore treatment options and to develop coordinated management plans. Appointments are available through referral by your primary care physician or gynecologist. Additionally, our team can see patients at our Encinitas office as well as our office in Temecula.

Division Chief

Michael McHale

Michael McHale, M.D.

Faculty

Training & Education

Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship

Labs & Research

Schlaepfer Lab
Stupack Lab

Current Fellows

Faculty Support

Marissa Gochicoa, Executive Assistant
mgochicoa@health.ucsd.edu
Supports: Dr. Michael McHale, Division Chief, and Sarah Karpen, Physician Assistant 
858 249-2560 

Jessica McCown, Clinical Care Coordinator
jmccown@health.ucsd.edu
Supports: Drs. Eskander, Plaxe and Nurse Practitioner Michele Srilasak
858 249-2560 

Nicole Vignasse, Clinical Care Coordinator 
nivignasse@health.ucsd.edu
Supports: Dr. Saenz
858 249-2560 

Lydia Yoo, Clinical Care Coordinator
lyyoo@health.ucsd.edu
Supports: Dr. Binder
858 249-2560 

Antonia Boyer, Lab Manager & Admin Support
a2boyer@health.ucsd.edu
Supports: Dr. Schlaepfer and Dr. Stupack

Cristin Moubayed, Clinical Care Coordinator
cmoubayed@health.ucsd.edu
Supports: Dr. Hillman
(858) 249-2560

Alyssa Rodriguez, Academic Support
ALR046@health.ucsd.edu
Supports: Dr. Eskander, Dr. Hillman, Dr. Binder, Dr. Saenz, Dr. Plaxe