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Urology (Expert Forum)
radical prostatectomy
Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
radical prostatectomy
by monica-le, Mar 05, 1998 12:00AM
I am 46 years old and was recently diagnosed with prostrate cancer. It appears the cancer is at an early stage. After consultation with my urologist and much research I've come to the conclusion that the appropriate treatment for me is a radical prostatectomy.
I have learned in my research that the skill and experience of the surgeon is an important factor in the long-term success of such an operation.
My questions are:
Is there a source(s) I can use to learn about the experience and success rate of urologists in my area without having to personally interview doctors? Does Henry Ford have information it can provide to me about urologists affiliated with its organization?
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Dear Jeff,
With regards to your question regarding the operative experience, morbidity and mortality of Urologists in your area, the best approach would be to contact the American Urological Association (AUA). Ask for the background information on the practicing Urologists in your area, i.e. where their interest lies (prostate cancer versus infertility) and how long they have been in practice. The best thing to do is to ask your potential surgeon what his/her complication rate and what definitive follow up treatment was offered for such complications.
Henry Ford Hospital has several Urologists on staff that could readily assist you. Dr. Mani Menon is the Chairman of the Department of Urology, Henry Ford Health System and has mastered the intricate details of radical prostatectomy such as the nerve sparring technique. Dr. Farah is a skilled and gifted surgeon with years of experience with cancer of the prostate and other genitourinary tumors. In fact all of the practicing urologist at HFHS are Board Certified in Urology.
More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its urban campuses by calling (1 800 653 6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is your need. Please bring any physicians’ notes and lab test results that you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
Sincerely yours;
HFHS M.D.-JL
* Keyword: prostatectomy/ morbidity & mortality
I have learned in my research that the skill and experience of the surgeon is an important factor in the long-term success of such an operation.
My questions are:
Is there a source(s) I can use to learn about the experience and success rate of urologists in my area without having to personally interview doctors? Does Henry Ford have information it can provide to me about urologists affiliated with its organization?
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Dear Jeff,
With regards to your question regarding the operative experience, morbidity and mortality of Urologists in your area, the best approach would be to contact the American Urological Association (AUA). Ask for the background information on the practicing Urologists in your area, i.e. where their interest lies (prostate cancer versus infertility) and how long they have been in practice. The best thing to do is to ask your potential surgeon what his/her complication rate and what definitive follow up treatment was offered for such complications.
Henry Ford Hospital has several Urologists on staff that could readily assist you. Dr. Mani Menon is the Chairman of the Department of Urology, Henry Ford Health System and has mastered the intricate details of radical prostatectomy such as the nerve sparring technique. Dr. Farah is a skilled and gifted surgeon with years of experience with cancer of the prostate and other genitourinary tumors. In fact all of the practicing urologist at HFHS are Board Certified in Urology.
More individualized care is available at the Henry Ford Hospital and its urban campuses by calling (1 800 653 6568). We can also arrange local accommodations through this number if this is your need. Please bring any physicians’ notes and lab test results that you may be able to obtain. These will help us greatly.
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
Sincerely yours;
HFHS M.D.-JL
* Keyword: prostatectomy/ morbidity & mortality
