NCH Gynecologic Oncology Brings HIPEC to Collier County,

Offering One of the Most Advanced Cancer Treatments Available

by Paul Hiltz, NCH President & CEO

I’m excited to share that Naples Comprehensive Health’s (NCH) new Gynecologic Oncology program is now offering HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy), bringing one of the nation’s most advanced and specialized cancer therapies to Collier County.

The treatment is usually only available at select cancer centers, but with the first successful case performed by John McBroom, MD, Gynecologic Oncologist, with assistance from general surgeon, Robert Grossman, MD, NCH has become one of the few providers in the region capable of delivering this complex, life-extending option.

HIPEC is used for select abdominal cancers such as advanced ovarian cancer, appendiceal cancer, certain metastatic colorectal cancers and others. It is most effective when all visible cancer within the abdomen can be removed surgically, followed by a high-dose chemotherapy bath circulated directly within the abdominal cavity to target any microscopic disease left behind.

Because chemotherapy is applied internally rather than through an IV, it can be used at higher concentrations to minimize exposure to the rest of the body while reaching areas intravenous chemotherapy cannot.

HIPEC procedures can last several hours and require a highly specialized surgical oncology team, advanced perfusion technology, and the ability to manage complex perioperative care. Historically, patients in our region had to travel to access centers equipped to perform HIPEC.

Offering HIPEC at NCH means patients no longer need to leave the area for one of the most advanced treatments available for complex gynecologic and abdominal cancers. This therapy can significantly improve outcomes for carefully selected patients, and we’re proud to bring this level of expertise closer to home.

The introduction of HIPEC at NCH strengthens our expanding cancer program and deepens our clinical collaboration with Northwestern Medicine, providing patients in Southwest Florida with greater access to expert second opinions, advanced treatment protocols, and strategic program guidance.

The NCH Gynecologic Oncology clinic is located at ProScan Women’s Imaging, 2320 Vanderbilt Beach Road in Naples. Patients may request a consultation by calling 239-624-8080.

For more information, please visit NCHmd.org.