Condition
Prostate Cancer
The most common cancer in men. Outcomes are excellent when caught early; we offer screening, biopsy, and a full range of treatment options.
Common symptoms
- Often no symptoms in early stages
- Difficulty urinating
- Blood in urine or semen
- Bone pain (advanced disease)
Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in men. The good news: it is also one of the most successfully treated when detected early, with multiple effective options that can be matched to your specific cancer and your personal preferences.
Screening with PSA
PSA (prostate-specific antigen) is a simple blood test. Most men should have a baseline PSA in their 40s and routine screening starting in their 50s — earlier for African-American men or men with a family history. Screening should always include a discussion of benefits and limitations.
How we diagnose
An elevated or rising PSA may lead to MRI imaging of the prostate, followed if needed by a targeted biopsy. Modern MRI-fusion biopsy is more precise than older techniques and reduces unnecessary biopsies.
Treatment options
- Active surveillance — for low-risk cancers, careful monitoring without immediate treatment
- Robotic prostatectomy — minimally invasive removal of the prostate
- Radiation therapy — external beam or brachytherapy
- Hormonal therapy — used alone or alongside other treatments for advanced disease
- Focal therapy — targeted ablation in select patients
Why our approach matters
Choosing the right treatment depends on cancer characteristics, your age, your overall health, and what side effects you are most concerned about. We walk through every option and the realistic outcomes, so the decision is yours, fully informed.