Prostate Cancer Treatment in New York, NY
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men after skin cancer, and about 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed during his lifetime. The good news is that when it is caught early, prostate cancer is one of the most curable cancers. At Prostate Cancer 911, Dr. David Samadi, a urologic oncologist who has performed more than 10,000 robotic prostate surgeries, provides expert prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment in Midtown Manhattan, including his signature SMART Surgery technique.
What Is Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer develops when cells in the prostate, a walnut-sized gland below the bladder, begin growing uncontrollably. Most prostate cancers are adenocarcinomas that grow slowly, but some are aggressive and can spread to lymph nodes and bones. Determining which type you have is the key to choosing the right treatment.
Who Is at Risk?
Risk increases with age, especially after 50. Men with a father or brother who had prostate cancer, African American men, and men with inherited mutations such as BRCA2 face a higher risk. Learn more about causes and risk factors.
Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
Early prostate cancer usually causes no symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they may include urinary changes, blood in the urine or semen, erectile difficulties, or bone pain in advanced disease. Because symptoms appear late, routine screening is essential. See our prostate cancer symptoms page.
How Prostate Cancer Is Diagnosed
- PSA blood test and digital rectal exam for screening
- Advanced biomarkers such as PHI and 4Kscore to refine risk
- Multiparametric prostate MRI to identify suspicious areas
- MRI fusion biopsy to target and confirm cancer
- Genomic testing and imaging such as PSMA PET when needed for staging
If your PSA is high, start with our elevated PSA page.
Prostate Cancer Treatment Options
Active Surveillance
Men with low-risk, slow-growing cancer can often safely monitor their disease with regular PSA tests, MRI, and biopsies, avoiding treatment side effects unless the cancer progresses.
Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
Removing the prostate with the da Vinci system offers excellent cancer control for localized disease. Dr. Samadi’s SMART Surgery focuses on complete cancer removal while protecting urinary continence and sexual function. Learn about robotic surgery.
Radiation Therapy
External beam radiation or brachytherapy can treat localized and locally advanced cancer, often combined with hormone therapy for higher-risk disease.
Focal Therapy
Treatments such as HIFU or cryotherapy target only the cancerous area in carefully selected men.
Systemic Treatments for Advanced Disease
Hormone therapy, newer hormonal agents, chemotherapy, PSMA-targeted therapy, and other treatments help control cancer that has spread.
Why Choose Dr. Samadi?
Dr. Samadi is trained in open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery and completed his urologic oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering. His experience, combined with an unbiased review of every treatment option, helps patients make confident decisions. Read about the prostate cancer treatment trifecta or explore our complete prostate cancer symptoms, diagnosis and treatment guide. Call Prostate Cancer 911 at (212) 365-5000 to schedule a consultation or second opinion.
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Prostate Cancer Treatment FAQs
Is prostate cancer curable?
Yes, especially when found early. Prostate cancer that is confined to the gland has a five-year survival rate approaching 100%.
What is the best treatment for prostate cancer?
The best treatment depends on your cancer’s grade, stage, PSA, age, and health. Options include active surveillance, robotic prostatectomy, radiation, and focal therapy.
Do all prostate cancers need treatment?
No. Many low-risk prostate cancers grow so slowly that active surveillance is the safest, most appropriate choice.
What is SMART Surgery?
SMART Surgery is Dr. Samadi’s refined robotic prostatectomy technique, designed to remove the cancer completely while protecting continence and sexual function.
How long is recovery after prostate cancer surgery?
Most men go home the next day, wear a catheter for about one to two weeks, and return to desk work within a few weeks.
Can I get a second opinion on my prostate cancer?
Yes. Dr. Samadi regularly reviews outside biopsies, imaging, and treatment plans to help men make informed decisions.
How do I schedule a prostate cancer consultation?
Call (212) 365-5000 or request an appointment with Dr. Samadi.
Schedule Your Consultation With NYC’s Leading Urologist
Take control of your health today. Whether you are seeking a second opinion or experiencing symptoms like hematuria, Dr. David Samadi and the team at Prostate Cancer 911 are here to provide world-class care in Midtown Manhattan.
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