Prostate cancer treatment

Exceptional care, close to home

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, but survival rates continue to increase because of improvements in diagnosis and treatment.

At Sharp, we specialize in offering personalized therapy for prostate cancer, including advanced treatments that can reduce side effects and improve outcomes.

Minimally invasive prostate cancer treatment

We’re proud to offer some of the region’s most innovative treatment options for prostate cancer.

Treatment may include:

• Surgery — Minimally invasive and advanced robotic procedures that can provide a quicker recovery and reduce the risk of incontinence or erectile disfunction.

• Radiation therapy — Advanced radiation therapy that precisely targets prostate tumors while helping to protect healthy tissue and other organs near the prostate, including the rectum, bladder, and bowel.

• Hormone therapy —Hormones that decrease levels of testosterone in your body, which may help prostate cancers shrink or grow more slowly.

• Active surveillance — Also called “watchful waiting,” this approach may help patients avoid or delay treatment and potential side effects if prostate cancer is found early or is slow-growing.

• Clinical trials — Sharp offers access to new therapies and treatments through our

  clinical trials program.

An expert team dedicated to you

Our team of medical specialists works together to coordinate your care — tailoring a treatment plan to your illness, lifestyle and goals.

These specialists include:

• Urologic surgeons who are experts in diagnosing prostate cancer and developing personalized treatment plans

• Radiation oncologists who provide advanced radiation therapy

• Medical oncologists who provide chemotherapy and immunotherapy

• Patient navigators to support you from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up

• Registered dietitians and nutritionists

• Licensed clinical social workers to help you through your cancer experience

• Genetic counselors to help determine your risk for developing other cancers

• Rehabilitation therapists

• Clinical trial specialists

And to ensure you're receiving the very best treatment, a team of physicians and specialists meet regularly to discuss your diagnosis and individualized approach to treatment.

The Cancer Centers of Sharp HealthCare

We are nationally accredited by the U.S. Commission on Cancer, so you can rest assured that you’re receiving the highest-quality care.

We also provide second opinion services for patients outside of Sharp, who have recently been diagnosed with lung cancer. Sharp accepts almost all insurance plans.

Find a prostate cancer specialist today

To find a Sharp-affiliated doctor who specializes in prostate cancer treatment, search for cancer specialists or call 1-800-827-4277, Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 7 pm.