Having the discussion with your physician about your newly diagnosed prostate cancer is stressful, nerve-racking and scary. It is important to arrive at your doctor’s appointment prepared with questions. You should have a family member, such as your wife, or a close friend, accompany you to the office visit.Personally, I like having “cancer... Read more
On December 13th, the Washington Post printed a story called Study Disputes Wait-and-See Approach to Prostate Cancer.This is an important article challenging the teaching that “something else will kill you besides your prostate cancer.” In other words, Urologists should re-think how they manage low and intermediate risk elderly patients with... Read more
I am very excited to be part of the Prostate Commons forum. When I became a physician, I chose to go into the field of urology because of the many advancements and ways to help people of all ages.Any prostate problem, whether it’s an infection, prostate enlargement or prostate cancer can be distressing, upsetting and worrisome. Men with... Read more