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Gynaecology cancer

The gynaecology oncology team at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) provides specialist, holistic care and treatment for women diagnosed with gynaecological cancer, from all areas within the West Midlands. 

When a patient is referred to the gynaecology cancer service, they will come into contact with a number of healthcare professionals.

  • cancer surgeons 
  • oncology specialists 
  • radiologists 
  • pathologists 
  • Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) 
  • cancer support workers 
  • dieticians 
  • pain nurses 
  • Macmillan Cancer Support nurses 
  • occupational therapists 
  • physiotherapists

Contact details

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB)

For patients receiving chemotherapy, radiotherapy or follow-up care at QEHB.

The team can be reached Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (excluding bank holidays).

Louise Beard

Mandy Downes

Heartlands, Good Hope and Solihull hospitals (HGS)

For patients who are attending an appointment at one of our HGS hospitals.

The team can be reached Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 (excluding bank holidays).

Louise Hatherall and Louise McCarthy

Julie Smith and Lisa Mpofu

If you're unable to make contact with a member of the team, please leave a voicemail with your contact details and the reason for your call.

General enquiries email

Acute Oncology Services (AOS) 

For any patients on anti–cancer treatment who suffer from:

  • a temperature of 37.5C or above
  • have flu-like symptoms  
  • shivers/chills or feel poorly   

Please contact the AOS 24-hour emergency helpline straight away.

 

Last reviewed: 17 November 2025