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I feel it is an honor to care for women with gynecologic malignancies and I am passionate about maximizing their quality of life during and supporting them in their transitions between the various phases of treatment, from diagnosis to surgery and active treatment and into survivorship. My decision to specialize in gynecologic oncology was strongly impacted by the experience of caring for women during a crucial point in their lives. During my fellowship at the University of California- Davis, I trained to perform complex and minimally invasive robotic surgeries, radical cytoreductive surgery, and to integrate and manage adjuvant therapy for gynecologic malignancies. I have participated in both clinical and basic science research projects and spent a year in a nanotechonology lab investigating novel therapeutics for ovarian cancer. My areas of expertise are in minimally invasive approaches to gynecologic malignancies, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques, novel intra operative chemotherapy administration, and sentinel lymph node techniques. I have developed an enhanced recovery program in collaboration with the hospital's anesthesiology department, to allow our surgical patients to return to baseline function more rapidly after cancer surgery. I am also interested in developing clinical trials and work closely with a dedicated clinical trials team to increase therapies available to our gynecologic cancer patients, helping to guide them through the process.
As a member of the Gynecologic Oncology Program at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, I work collaboratively with other members of our multidisciplinary team including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologists, radiologists, pathologists, genetic counselors, nutritionists, social workers, and nurses to help educate patients about their disease and help them navigate their treatment options.
I am dedicated to providing excellent and individualized treatment for my patients as part of a dedicated team that provides the most advanced treatment options as well as the support services women with cancer deserve.
Dr. Stephenson sees patients at Rutgers Cancer Institute and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.
Ovarian Cancer, endometrial cancer, cervical cancer, gynecologic cancers, vulvar cancer, minimally invasive surgery, and clinical trials
June 18, 2025
I found Dr. Stephenson as a very pleasant, competent and possesses good communication skills. Had a very good experience with her. Explained in detail.
June 18, 2025
She is marvelous
June 16, 2025
Dr Stephenson was exceptional, caring, and knowledgeable. I feel completely confident she is the best doctor for me.
June 16, 2025
Have been a pt of Dr Stephenson for 5 yrs.I am alive today because of the care I have been provided
June 11, 2025
I felt like I was treated like family.
May 31, 2025
Dr Stephenson is compassionate and very kind.
May 14, 2025
All I can say is I am beyond blessed to have such a wonderful smart funny compassionate personal Dr Ruth Stephenson. Dr Stephenson is an asset to the organization she is friendly makes you feel comfortable explains procedures exactly (which I appreciate)
April 26, 2025
Was a follow up visit from surgical procedure September 2023. Both nurse Brianna & Dr. Stephenson were thorough and friendly with me .Concerned about my current health and condition.
April 24, 2025
My health event has enabled me to be blessed with a wonderful team, (medical) to care for my urgent care when the situations revealed itself.
April 1, 2025
Dr. Stephenson displayed a caring and concerning attitude.
March 24, 2025
Good
March 20, 2025
Dr Stephenson is an excellent, professional, skilled physician. She makes you feel comfortable and well cared for. Her explanations are concise and easy to understand. Blessed that our paths crossed!
March 20, 2025
Good
March 14, 2025
Excellent care
March 6, 2025
Dr. Ruth Stephenson saved my life. The doctor always explained treatment for my stage 4 cancer. I tell everyone how good a health professional she is.
February 28, 2025
Everyone in dr. Stephensons office from the front desk to the staff that takes your vitals, and of course dr. Stephenson were friendly, upbeat, and courteous. Makes a patient feel very well cared for
February 26, 2025
I had an excellent experience with all the nurses and doctors
February 19, 2025
Dr Stephenson is a caring Dr. I would recommend but hope to never have to.
February 18, 2025
Dr. Stephenson listens carefully, is thorough, takes time to be sure all questions & concerns are addressed. Is kind and compassionate. Responds to calls/emails - follows up and treats patients with respect.
February 17, 2025
Dr. Stephenson is very thorough, caring and professional.
February 12, 2025
Doc and staff always listen and I have no problems asking questions or telling them about my concerns.
January 24, 2025
Dr. Stephenson made me feel so at ease.
January 24, 2025
Excellent! Dr. shows genuine concern for the patient.
December 30, 2024
Dr. Stephenson is ALWAYS professional, courteous, knowledgeable about my medical history and caring.
December 24, 2024
Doctor is excellent
November 1, 2024
This was my first visit with the surgeon and I was very impressed. She listened to all my concerns and questions, which she answered in plain language. I felt respected and informed about my conditions and upcoming surgery. The doctor was also encouraging and pleasant.
October 31, 2024
They told me everything that I wanted to know.
September 17, 2024
Family was always welcome.
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Nearly 14,000 U.S. women are diagnosed with cervical cancer annually, costing an estimated 4,360 women their lives. January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, which puts new emphasis on the need for regular screening and vaccination to reduce these numbers. Dr. Ruth Stephenson shares more.
Sit down with expert Dr. Ruth Stephenson as she addresses five frequently asked questions about ovarian cancer.
Ruth Stephenson, DO, FACOG, Gynecologic Oncologist at Rutgers Cancer Institute, discusses the causes and treatment of cervical cancer for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in January. Watch here
Dr. Stephenson was named a Top Doctor by New Jersey Monthly, as voted by fellow physicians. View the list here
Ruth Stephenson, DO, FACOG, Gynecologic Oncologist at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey discusses her patient philosophy of care. Watch here
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