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Comercializadora de Servicios Médicos Cubanos, S.A.SMC Salud

Comprehensive Oncology · Immunotherapy · Surgical Oncology

Ovarian Cancer Treatment in Cuba

Epithelial Ovarian Cancer · Advanced Ovarian Cancer · Recurrent Ovarian Cancer · Peritoneal Carcinomatosis

Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed at an advanced stage. Cuba's oncology infrastructure provides international patients with comprehensive evaluation and multidisciplinary treatment — including surgical debulking, chemotherapy, and access to immunotherapy agents such as CIMAher (nimotuzumab) for EGFR-expressing tumors. Treatment plans are determined by the medical team based on the cancer stage, histological subtype, molecular markers, and the patient's clinical condition.

Ovarian Cancer treatment in Cuba

Ovarian Cancer — Treatment Video

Combating Cancer in Cuba — Gynecologic Oncology

Visual Guide

Understanding ovarian cancer care in Cuba

See the specialized facilities and patient-centered care that define our ovarian cancer treatment programs.

Specialized Oncology care in Cuba

Specialized Oncology care in Cuba

Comprehensive international patient coordination in Havana

Comprehensive international patient coordination in Havana

Clinical Evidence & Outcomes

The science behind ovarian cancer treatment in Cuba

Our clinical programs are grounded in peer-reviewed research and coordinated with Cuba's biotechnology institutions. Individual results vary and are confirmed during personalized evaluation.

Medically reviewed by
SMC Salud Office of Medical Affairs·Oncology·Reviewed August 7, 2026

CIMAher® (nimotuzumab)

EGFR-Expressing Ovarian Tumors

Anti-EGFRmonoclonal antibody therapy

Nimotuzumab targets the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), which is expressed in a subset of ovarian tumors. It may be considered as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for eligible patients, subject to molecular testing and the treating medical team's assessment.

Source: CIM — Center of Molecular Immunology

Multidisciplinary Oncology Model

Comprehensive Ovarian Cancer Care

Multimodalsurgery + chemo + immunotherapy

Ovarian cancer treatment requires a multimodal approach. Cuba's oncology infrastructure provides cytoreductive surgery, systemic chemotherapy, and access to immunotherapy. Treatment sequencing depends on stage, histological subtype, BRCA status, and the patient's overall health.

Source: SMC Salud — Office of Medical Affairs

International Patient Coordination

Comprehensive Support

End-to-endvisa to follow-up

SMC Salud coordinates the full international patient pathway for ovarian cancer patients, including medical record review, treatment scheduling, and post-treatment telemedicine follow-up.

Source: SMC Salud — International Patient Services

Outcomes shown reflect published clinical data and aggregate results. Individual results vary based on diagnosis, disease stage, and overall health, and are confirmed during a personalized medical evaluation. This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

References & Citations

Clinical content on this page is supported by peer-reviewed research and institutional publications. Individual treatment outcomes vary and are confirmed during personalized medical evaluation.

  1. 1.

    World Health Organization. Cancer fact sheets. WHO, 2024.

    WHO
  2. 2.

    PubMed. Nimotuzumab clinical trials in solid tumors. National Library of Medicine.

    PubMed
  3. 3.

    Center of Molecular Immunology (CIM). Nimotuzumab (CIMAher) development. Havana, Cuba.

Our Comprehensive Approach

CIMAher® (nimotuzumab)

Anti-EGFR monoclonal antibody that may be considered for EGFR-expressing ovarian tumors, subject to medical evaluation.

Comprehensive Evaluation

Oncology review of imaging, biopsy, CA-125 markers, BRCA status, and prior treatments to build a personalized plan.

Multidisciplinary Tumor Board

Gynecologic oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists collaborate on each case.

Surgical Oncology

Access to cytoreductive surgery (debulking) including hysterectomy, oophorectomy, and omentectomy where medically appropriate.

Supportive Care

Pain management, nutritional support, psychological counseling, and survivorship programs.

International Patient Care

Full coordination: medical visa, accommodation, interpretation, and 24/7 support in Havana.

Ovarian Cancer — Treatment & Medication

Treatment Options Available in Cuba

Cuba offers comprehensive ovarian cancer treatment including cytoreductive surgery, chemotherapy, and access to CIMAher® (nimotuzumab) for EGFR-expressing tumors. Treatment is coordinated by a multidisciplinary tumor board. No therapy guarantees a cure, and not every patient will benefit. Treatment suitability is determined after medical evaluation of stage, histological subtype, BRCA status, and overall health.

Treatment suitability is determined after medical evaluation. No therapeutic outcome is guaranteed, and not every patient will benefit. Each case is reviewed individually by the medical team.

Ovarian Cancer — Required Documents

Documents for Medical Evaluation

Providing these documents helps our medical team review your case before you travel. You do not need to send every document to begin — send what you have available.

Biopsy / Pathology Report

Confirmed diagnosis and histological subtype

CT / MRI / PET-CT

Recent staging imaging

Oncology Reports

Specialist consultation and treatment notes

Previous Treatment Records

Surgery or chemotherapy history

Current Medications

All medications currently being taken

Recent Laboratory Results

Blood work and CA-125 tumor marker

Send Your Medical Documents

Clinical Evidence

Patient Safety

Expert Specialists

International Standards

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions from international patients

Cuba offers comprehensive ovarian cancer treatment including cytoreductive surgery (debulking), chemotherapy, and access to immunotherapy agents such as CIMAher (nimotuzumab) for EGFR-expressing tumors. The specific treatment plan is determined by the medical team based on the cancer stage, histological subtype, BRCA status, and the patient's clinical condition.

Could This Treatment Be Right for You?

Submit your medical records for review by our medical team. We will assess your case and provide a personalized recommendation. Treatment suitability is determined only after medical evaluation.