"It happened very quickly for me," she said.

"I am a PE teacher and was feeling fatigued - at first I put it down to teaching and the overall stress of COVID-19. But then I lost my appetite. I knew something was not right and went to the doctor."

Ms Fleming's diagnosis led to her having significant surgery in Hobart in October last year.

Fortunately, gynaecologic oncologist Dr Michael Bunting was able to remove most of the cancer.

And on Wednesday, Ms Fleming travelled to Hobart for her final round of chemotherapy.

"Because it happened so fast, I'm really now just taking it one day at a time. With the regular chemotherapy cycles, I am feeling fatigued, but I am motivated to keep moving," she said.

"I have been taking my dog for short walks, and I also paint and illustrate and take photos."

Despite the challenges, Ms Flemming said staying positive formed a key part of her recovery.

She also paid tribute to her partner Brett Grey, her friends and medical staff.

A positive attitude along with support is something Dr Bunting said was incredibly important.

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"Getting a cancer diagnosis is scary and the statistics can be scary, but I think it's important for women to understand that there is still hope," he said.

"Survival rates have increased significantly in recent years.

"Often when patients see me, they are quite shell shocked. I might be at the coalface of it all, but it's the nurses and support staff who make the difference."

Between 1500 and 1700 new cases of ovarian cancer are diagnosed in Australia each year.

However, with no obvious symptoms, Cancer Council Tasmania chief executive Penny Egan said vigilance was needed.

"We know that during COVID-19, many people in Tasmania and across Australia have put off their regular tests," Mrs Egan said.

"If you notice any changes in your body, go to your GP and get checked. It could be nothing, but it may also save your life."