Sexuality can be affected by cancer and its treatment. Memorial Sloan-Kettering has many physicians, nurses, social workers, and psychologists who are familiar with sexual health problems as they relate to cancer treatment and can help you address your concerns.
Programs and Help for Memorial Sloan-Kettering Patients
The following is a list of specialized programs and individuals available to our patients:
- A physician and psychologist specialize in female sexual dysfunction. The program is open to all female Memorial Sloan-Kettering patients who are being treated for cancer, former patients, and patients from other hospitals. To find out more, talk to your doctor or nurse or call 212-639-8480.
- A urologist specializes in male sexual health problems. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment, call 646-422-4359.
- To set up an appointment with a psychiatrist or psychologist, call 646-888-0200. To speak with a social worker, call 212-639-7020.
- Breast cancer patients at the Evelyn H. Lauder Breast Center may speak with a psychiatrist by calling 212-639-3908; a psychologist, by calling 212-639-3910; or a social worker, by calling 212-639-5271/5203.
