An Introduction to Ovarian Cancer and its Medico-Legal Applications

By Mr. Timothy Hookway, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Posted 03 May 2023

9 Minute Read

Medical professional using an anatomical diagram of the female reproductive system to explain ovarian cancer and its medico-legal relevance.

Tags:

  • Delayed Diagnosis
  • Missed Diagnosis
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Cancer Diagnosis Delay
  • Cancer Treatment Backlog

Expert Disciplines:

  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology

About The Author

Tim Hookway

Mr. Timothy Hookway

Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Mr. Timothy Hookway is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, specialising in complex laparoscopic surgery and endometriosis care. Since 2016, he has developed a specialist endometriosis centre and focuses on pelvic pain and menstrual disorders.

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An Introduction to Ovarian Cancer & its Medico-Legal Applications