Greater Boston Urology Blog

Immunotherapy for Prostate Cancer: PROVENGE Treatment

Patients with advanced prostate cancer do have options—ones that not only extend their lives, but also the quality of their lives.

Molecular Markers: OncotypeDX Prostate Cancer Test (and...

If you've been researching prostate cancer, chances are good you've come across articles about molecular markers.

Prostate Cancer Treatment Side Effects: Understanding ED

Prostate cancer treatment side effects understandably cause much concern in patients and their loved ones. Recently, we discussed urinary incontinence. Today,...

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. To kick it off, we asked Dr. James M. Fitzgerald to join us for a Q&A session regarding prostate health and...

Incontinence after Prostate Cancer: What You Need to Know

One of the most annoying side effects that patients suffer after certain prostate cancer treatments is incontinence. This past spring, our very own Dr. Natalya...

HIFU for Prostate Cancer Treatment: Pros and Cons

Today, we're discussing an exciting and extremely effective new treatment option for prostate cancer: high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU). As with all...

What is 3D MRI/Ultrasound Fusion Biopsy?

Today, we have a Q&A with Greater Boston Urology's Dr. Michael J. Curran regarding 3D MRI/ultrasound fusion biopsy. As with all content on Greater Boston...

What is Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer?

This past May, The New York Times published an article titled More Men with Prostate Cancer Are Choosing to Avoid Treatment. The article discusses "active...

Preparing for a Radical Prostatectomy

If you’ve been diagnosed with prostate cancer, your physician may recommend a radical prostatectomy to completely remove the prostate. Most likely, this means...