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Matthew Powell, MD
2 minsWashington University gynecologic oncologist and surgeon Matthew Powell, MD, discusses what gynecologic cancer patients can expect from their extended care team at Siteman Cancer Center. Learn more about Dr. Powell: https://siteman.wustl.edu/doctor/matthew-powell-md/
Learn more about the Gynecologic Oncology Program at Siteman: https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/specialized-programs/gynecologic-oncology/
Almost all cervical cancers are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Here's what you need to know about the link between HPV and cervical cancer: https://siteman.wustl.edu/facts-about-hpv-cervical-cancer/
Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be easy to miss. Learn about what signs to look out for: https://siteman.wustl.edu/subtle-signs-of-ovarian-cancer-women-should-look-out-for/
Endometrial cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women in the U.S., but it's highly curable when caught early. Learn more about the risk factors, symptoms and screening: https://siteman.wustl.edu/endometrial-cancer-symptoms/
Clinical Expertise
As a member of our ovarian, cervical and endometrial cancer specialist teams, Dr. Powell cares for patients diagnosed with these cancers through treatment and recovery.
Primary Academic Title
Ira C. and Judith Gall Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, WashU Medicine
Board Certification
- 1: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology
- 1: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology
Training
- 2002: Fellowship, Gynecologic Oncology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
- 1999: Resident, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ohio State University Hospital and Clinics, Columbus, Ohio
- 1989: Research Fellow, University of Washington, Northwest College and University Association for Science, Richland, Washington
Education
- 1995: MD, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Research & Selected Publications
Research Interest
My clinical research interests are primarily in the diagnosis and treatment of uterine and ovarian cancers with chemotherapy and radiation. I am also studying pharmacologic treatment of preinvasive abnormalities of the uterine cervix in an effort to help some patients avoid surgery and loss of fertility. My laboratory research focuses on endometrial cancer etiology and tumor marker development.
Research Publications