CGO is dedicated to the treatment of women with gynecologic malignancies, precancerous conditions, and complex benign gynecologic problems in Miami.
South Florida medical practice providing gynecologic oncology treatment & minimally-invasive surgery in Hollywood, Homestead, Margate, Miramar, and Plantation, FL. DISCLAIMER: The material on this fan page is provided for educational purposes only, and is not to be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always check with your doctor.
03/08/2026
Don’t forget to spring forward.
Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend, and clocks move ahead one hour. While you reset your clocks, it’s also a good reminder to check in on your health.
Staying proactive about your well-being and keeping up with recommended screenings can make all the difference.
If you have concerns about abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, ovarian cysts, fibroids, or an abnormal Pap smear, our team is here to help.
Endometriosis can feel isolating, but you are not alone. 💛
This week, we raise awareness for the millions of women living with endometriosis. Support, education, and compassionate care can make all the difference.
💬 Share your story or tag someone who inspires you — let’s shine a light on endometriosis together!
As National Cancer Prevention Month comes to a close, the message remains important all year long 💙
Many cancers can be prevented or detected early through regular screenings, healthy lifestyle choices, and paying attention to changes in your body.
When it comes to gynecologic cancers, prevention and early detection truly save lives.
Simple steps can make a meaningful difference:
✔️ Stay up to date with Pap smears and HPV testing
✔️ Don’t ignore unusual or persistent symptoms
✔️ Know your family health history
✔️ Keep regular wellness visits with your healthcare provider
✔️ Ask questions and advocate for your health
Cancer prevention isn’t just a February conversation. Awareness, screening, and proactive care matter every day of the year.
Ever feel like something is changing… but you can’t quite explain it?
You might be experiencing perimenopause — the transition leading up to menopause that can begin years before periods stop completely.
Many women say the first sign isn’t hot flashes.
It’s simply not feeling like themselves.
You may notice:
✨ Trouble sleeping even when you’re tired
✨ Sudden heat or night sweats
✨ Mood or energy changes
✨ Brain fog or forgetfulness
✨ Changes in bladder or vaginal health
Here’s the important part: these symptoms are common, but they are not something you have to ignore or push through.
Understanding what’s happening in your body is the first step toward feeling better — and there are options that can help.
If something feels off, it’s worth a conversation.
Even celebrities face the same health fears many women experience. Recently, Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi shared her cervical cancer scare after doctors found cancerous cells during follow-up testing after abnormal Pap smear results.
“I’m terrified… it’s scary, but we have to get it done because cervical cancer is nothing to joke about.”
Her message is an important reminder: routine screenings save lives. Pap smears and follow-up testing can detect abnormal cells early, often before cancer develops, when treatment is most effective.
Fear, discomfort, or busy schedules can make it easy to delay appointments, but prioritizing preventive care can make all the difference.
Cervical cancer is largely preventable with regular screening and early detection.
💙 If your doctor recommends follow-up testing, don’t wait.
Olympic dreams don’t stop in the face of adversity.
After surviving ovarian cancer, Olympic figure skater Piper Gilles went on to win a bronze medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics — a powerful reminder of resilience, early detection, and hope.
“It was so, so scary,” she shared about her diagnosis. “You can do hard things… keep believing in yourself and keep chasing your dreams.”
Like many women with ovarian cancer, her symptoms were subtle at first: nausea, fatigue, and pelvic discomfort. Because ovarian cancer often presents with vague symptoms and has no routine screening test, listening to your body and seeking evaluation when something feels off is essential.
Common symptoms may include:
• Persistent bloating
• Pelvic or abdominal pain
• Feeling full quickly
• Frequent urination
• Changes in bowel habits
Early evaluation can make a life-saving difference. Awareness matters every day of the year.
💙 If you are experiencing persistent or unusual symptoms, don’t ignore them.
This Valentine's Day, we're thinking about all the ways love shows up—for partners, family, friends, and ourselves. For anyone navigating a gynecologic cancer journey, or taking proactive steps in prevention, know that you have a team dedicated to standing with you.
To understand perimenopause, it helps to first know what menopause is. Menopause is reached when a woman has gone one full year without a natural period. Technically, menopause begins the day after that one-year mark.
Perimenopause is the transition leading up to menopause. During this time, the ovaries gradually produce less consistent hormones like estrogen and progesterone. This process can start 2 to 10 years before menopause, and every woman experiences it differently.
If you’re noticing changes in your cycle, hot flashes, or other symptoms, it’s a good idea to talk to your healthcare provider about ways to manage this transition.
Super Bowl Sunday is all about game plans, and we want you to have one for your health, too. 🏈
While you're cheering on your team, remember that having the right team for your gynecologic health is just as important. Whether it's prevention, a second opinion, or specialized care, our expert oncologists are here to support you every step of the way.
World Cancer Day reminds us that behind every diagnosis is a person, a family, and a future worth fighting for. 💙
Cancer awareness is important, but access to early detection, compassionate care, and advanced treatment saves lives. At the Center for Gynecologic Oncology, we are committed to supporting women at every step of their journey with expertise, hope, and personalized care.
Together, we stand for prevention, early diagnosis, and better outcomes for all.
Today we celebrate National Women Physicians Day and the incredible women who lead with knowledge, compassion, and strength every single day. 💙
We are proud to recognize Dr. Taralyn Sowby, whose dedication to women’s health and patient-centered care makes a meaningful difference for every patient she serves. Her expertise, empathy, and commitment to excellence truly embody what this day represents.
Thank you, Dr. Sowby, for inspiring confidence, advancing care, and being a powerful advocate for women’s health.
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The Center for Gynecologic Oncology is a private medical practice with four locations in South Florida, offering the most professional diagnostic and comprehensive treatment in gynecology, gynecologic oncology, and urogynecology for women. We offer the professional services of an academic practice with the conveniences of private practice and keep up-to-date with continuing education, research, training others, and conferences.
Our doctors have decades of collective experience, in-depth training, and are board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology, urogynecology, as well as gynecologic oncology. They specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of disorders including gynecologic cancers (ovarian, uterine, v***a, and cervical cancer) abnormal pap smear, ovarian cyst, pelvic mass, pelvic prolapse, fibroids, and urinary incontinence as well as Sexuality, Intimacy, and Menopausal Symptoms (SIMS), and cancer genetics. Our surgeons are experts in complex laparoscopic and robotic approaches, fertility-sparing surgery, and risk reduction procedures for inherited cancer syndromes and their skills complement and supplement one another.
In our practice, comprehensive patient care is our first priority. We provide a wide variety of services in-house for easy access including minor surgical procedures, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, onsite imaging, in-office cancer genetic testing, and support groups. We are patient-oriented and strive to put our patients first, treating them with respect and compassion.
Our goal is to improve the quality of our patients’ lives and we listen carefully to make sure we understand their symptoms and can customize treatment. We believe they should be active participants in their care and we are committed to providing the guidance and education needed to make treatment choices with confidence.
At The Center for Gynecologic Oncology, comprehensive, personalized, highly professional medical care is not a promise…it’s our passion.
DISCLAIMER: The information on this page is provided for educational purposes only, and is not to be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always check with your doctor.
