Willaford Ransom Leach Professor in Gynecologic Oncology
Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs
Chief Medical Officer
Emory University Hospital
Associate Director, The Emory Clinic
Dr. Horowitz is a gynecologist and an expert in cervical cancer. In this interview he discusses the prevention, cause and treatment of cervical cancer. The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a causative agent of cervical cancer and Dr. Horowitz explains how it is transmitted and how transmission can be reduced.
Interview Questions
About Dr. Horowitz
(Time:
7sec
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How is cervical cancer different from most other cancers?
(Time:
29sec
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How is HPV transmitted?
(Time:
19sec
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Does HPV cause diseases or problems besides cancer?
(Time:
41sec
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What type of HPV causes cancer?
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20sec
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Do condoms prevent transmission of HPV?
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52sec
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Does everyone infected with HPV get cervical cancer?
(Time:
48sec
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What is the function of the cervix?
(Time:
32sec
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What are the treatments for cervical cancer?
(Time:
57sec
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Are there any vaccines to prevent HPV?
(Time:
33sec
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How does the vaccine work?
(Time:
27sec
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Who is eligible to receive the vaccine?
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14sec
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What would you say to parents about getting their child vaccinated?
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1min
44sec
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What is the single biggest challenge faced by clinicians working in this field?
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1min
34sec
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What do you see for the future of gynecological oncology?
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1min
21sec
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