Prostate cancer surgery is a rapidly evolving area of medical research as researchers refine the removal of the prostate gland to try and spare men from the unwanted side effects of surgery. This has led to major breakthroughs including the world’s first dual-robot surgery to remove the prostate gland while sparing surrounding nerves. While there is still more research needed, there’s hope on the horizon for men diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Host Katie Clift is joined by leading experts:
Dr. Phillip Stricker, one of Australia’s leading prostate cancer clinicians and surgeons
Gay Corbett, PCFA Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse at Ballarat Health Services
Ken Bezant, prostate cancer survivor and PCaHELP Chairperson, Business Founder
They discuss how new techniques are improving continence and erectile function, the role of post-surgical rehabilitation, and steps patients can take for the best recovery.
In this episode of the Dr. Geo podcast, Dr. Geo interviews Dr. Herbert Lepor, the chairman of NYU’s Department of Urology. They discuss Dr. Lepor’s career, his dedication to his patients, and his focus on his role as a father. They also delve into the history of nerve-sparing prostate cancer surgery and the advancements in this field. Dr. Lepor highlights the importance of time management and balancing professional and personal responsibilities. He also emphasizes the need for honesty in discussing expectations and outcomes with patients. Overall, Dr. Lepor’s...
Highlights from the ISSM Webinar: Advancing Sexual Medicine
Introduction:This ISSM webinar brought together leading experts to discuss cutting-edge topics in sexual medicine, including advancements in penile rehabilitation, testosterone therapy, and approaches to sexual dysfunction. Here’s a closer look at some key takeaways.
Penile Rehabilitation After Radical Prostatectomy
Speaker: Dr. Ran Wang
Dr. Wang outlined the latest approaches to managing erectile dysfunction following radical prostatectomy, emphasizing the...
Really big prostate cancer news today with the release of very interesting results from the Neurosafe Proof trial at the EAU Annual Meeting in Madrid. Also simultaneously published in Lancet Oncology so this is a big deal!! In summary, this multi centre randomised trial from the UK demonstrates that men undergoing the Neurosafe technique (intra-operative assessment of surgical margins), had higher rates of nerve sparing surgery and this in turn led to improvements...
