Laurel A. King, MD

Gynecologic Oncologist

Dr. Laurel A. King is a Gynecologic Oncologist in Baton Rouge, LA with special training and skill in gynecologic cancers. As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Laurel A. King, MD performs diagnostic procedures and treatments to address female cancers. Gynecologic Oncology is the diagnosis and treatment of tumors on the female reproductive system. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Gynecologic Oncologists include noncancerous growths like endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts; and ovarian, uterine, cervical, and vulvar cancer. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Gynecologic Oncologists include collecting medical histories and educating patients and their families on cancer; performing imaging tests, blood tests, and biopsies; and creating treatment plans that may use radiation therapy, chemotherapy, intraperitoneal chemotherapy, laparoscopic surgery, and robotic surgery.

An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.