The Sperling Prostate Center is pleased to join seven academic centers in announcing the results of our national clinical trial of a novel focal prostate cancer treatment. keep reading
Chronic inflammation can occur in the body without your even being aware of it—and it's estimated to be the cause of up to 20% of all cancers. How to minimize this potentially deadly condition? keep reading
Prostate enlargement unpleasantly restricts urine flow...but the very same enlargement may also cause BPH to restrict prostate cancer tumor growth... keep reading
Diagnosis of prostate cancer do not just have a negative impact on the man involved. It could also be distressing to the man’s family and loved ones, particularly his partner. Here at our prostate cancer detection and treatment center, we do not just empower our male patients, we also aim to empower partners, loved ones, keep reading
By Dan Sperling, MD I am asked by many patients why Focal Laser Ablation (FLA) is not yet covered by insurance, and how soon it will be. As with all new treatments, the problem is complex. Many factors go into approving reimbursement for a new treatment approach: who is making the decision, what standards and keep reading
I’m excited to start 2014 by summarizing how MRI detection and diagnosis can reduce long term medical costs, from the viewpoint of both patients and the medical insurance industry. A new Dutch study compares MRI-guided biopsy with TRUS-guided biopsy along the lines of accuracy, costs and long term quality of life. The study has gone keep reading
By Dr. Sperling As a new year begins, many people are surprised at how time seems to fly by. “Where did last year go?” they wonder. Yet when it comes to changes in medical practice, I am astonished at how often the medical world seems to drag its feet in adopting a true breakthrough. A keep reading
The American Cancer Society estimated that about 1 in every 6 males will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetimes. Here at our prostate cancer treatment practice, surgery is not recommended right away. Dr. Sperling offers several methods to treat prostate tumors minus the surgical approach. Active Surveillance in Prostate Cancer Treatment One of keep reading
Here at our prostate health center, prostate enlargement is one of the most common reasons of first-time visits from our patients. “Should I be worried?”, “What is causing the enlargement?” or “Do I need to take certain medications?” are just a few of the questions from our male patients concerning an enlarged prostate. Below are keep reading
Disease conditions affecting the prostate is influenced by a variety of factors — from genetics to nutrition to random mutations of a perfectly healthy cell. However, we believe here in our prostate health center that nutrition is one of the highly modifiable factors when it comes to battling prostate cancer. Here are 5 nutritional guidelines keep reading
Initial reactions of shock and surprise are quite common after prostate cancer diagnosis. Other common reactions include anxiety, confusion, anger, and depression. By the time you meet your doctor to discuss treatments, you may be quite confused with the array of treatment choices set before you. Here at our prostate health center, we offer information keep reading
Urinary incontinence is not uncommon following surgery for prostate cancer treatment. Many men would regain control of their bladder between 6 to 12 months following surgery. Here at our prostate health center, we encourage men who just underwent surgery to improve symptoms of urinary incontinence through steps that will help them regain control of their keep reading
