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Six new gynecological oncologists have been hired to work in Saskatchewan.
The Saskatchewan Cancer Agency (SCA) announced Wednesday the appointment of a new manager and five gynecological oncologists – three in Saskatoon and three in Regina.
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The program will be led by Dr. Laura Hopkins, who is currently providing alternative care to patients in Saskatchewan.
"I am honored to have the opportunity to create a strong program in gynecologic oncology and an oncology team for Saskatchewan," Hopkins said in a statement.
"My pbadion is providing excellent, compbadionate and timely care to my patients at all stages of treatment during such a sensitive time."
In his new role, Hopkins will focus on creating models of provincial guidelines, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical trials, said the SCA.
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In addition, the SCA announced that it would now administer the gynecologic oncology program.
It was previously administered by the agency, the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan.
"Our government and our health partners are committed to providing quality, safe care," Saskatchewan Health Minister Jim Reiter said in a statement.
"The cancer agency has excellent experience in providing patient-centered care and, by transferring all program elements to a single agency, can only contribute to the recruitment and retention of these highly sought-after specialists. "
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New gynecological oncologists will start working for the agency once contracts and start dates are finalized.
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