Dr. Paul Sieber and co-host Ashleigh Renitsky, Oncology PA, are joined by Dr. Morris from Urology Associates of Nashville to discuss how clinical guidelines have driven increased awareness of germline and somatic mutations in prostate cancer. They discuss how germline and somatic testing can help personalize treatment strategies and share real world case studies. The conversation also encourages the need for continued education in this rapidly advancing field and adoption of genetic testing in u...
Mar 07, 2025•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the second episode of our miniseries, Precision Oncology and Prostate Cancer: The New Standard of Care , Dr. Paul Sieber and Ashleigh Renitsky, Oncology PA, will break down the different types of genetic and molecular tests—including gene expression, germline, somatic, and circulating tumor DNA tests—discuss which patients qualify for each, and explore how to implement streamlined testing protocols in their practice to ensure their patients are receiving the standard of care. They’ll also cov...
Feb 13, 2025•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Modern Urologist Podcast has launched a new miniseries, Precision Oncology and Prostate Cancer: The New Standard of Care, hosted by Dr. Paul Sieber and Ashleigh Renitsky, Oncology PA. This series will focus on the evolving role of genetic testing in prostate cancer care and its impact on personalized patient treatment plans. Episode #1 - Genetic testing basics The first installment will provide an overview of genetic testing, highlighting the difference between germline and somatic testing, ...
Dec 09, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this conversation, Dr. Tim Richardson from Wichita Urology and Dr. Ben Lowentritt from Chesapeake Urology discuss the integration and utilization of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in urology practices, particularly within advanced prostate cancer (APC) clinics. Dr. Lowentritt explains the benefits of using APPs to address physician shortages, increase efficiency, and more. Send us a text...
Aug 08, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Tim Richardson from Wichita Urology and Dr. Jonathan Henderson from Arkansas Urology discuss the use and benefits of Prolaris testing in prostate cancer management. Dr. Henderson elaborates on how Prolaris aids in decision-making for his prostate cancer patients, highlighting its role in reducing overtreatment and undertreatment. Send us a text
Jul 18, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Tim Richardson from Wichita Urology interviews Dr. Scott Sellinger, the current president - elect of the Large Urology Group Practice Association (LUGPA). They discuss LUGPA's history, current status, and future goals. Initially founded to support large independent urology practices, LUGPA now includes any independent urology practice. Dr. Sellinger also highlights the challenges facing independent urology practices. *Episode was filmed 11/23 Send us a text...
Jul 05, 2024•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Modern Urologist, Dr. Mark Edney is joined by Dr. Paul Sieber, a urologist from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to discuss the use of genetic testing in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. Dr. Sieber emphasizes the importance of hereditary cancer testing, as well as tissue-based biomarkers like Prolaris®, in determining the best treatment plans for this prostate cancer patients. Send us a text...
May 22, 2024•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of TMU we're diving deep into the rapidly evolving landscape of prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment with special guest, Dr. Adam Cole, a board-certified pathologist. Dr. Cole will discuss the traditional Gleason grading system, the limitations of pathology, and how incorporating genetic markers can improve patient outcomes. Send us a text
Feb 22, 2024•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of TMU we have the pleasure of being joined by two urology experts, Dr. Ravi Rajan, Urologist, and Dr. William Ding, Radiation Oncologist, as they discuss topics ranging from genetic testing in prostate cancer for personalized treatment plans to the importance of collaboration between urologists and radiation oncologists. Our guests highlight the significance of effective communication and seamless integration within the treatment team. They also shed light on the consequences of...
Aug 30, 2023•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join our panel of experts, Dr. Neal Shore, Dr. Ben Lowentritt, Dr. Ted Schaefer, and Dr. Jonathan Tward, as they discuss the various components and utility of a full workup for localized prostate cancer. They explore the importance of germline testing and how it has significant implications for personalized treatment choices. They will also discuss and examine the use of traditional biomarkers like PSA, PSA density, kinetics, and the Gleason grade system, as well as newer advancements in molecul...
Jul 28, 2023•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of TMU, Dr. Mark Edney welcomes Dr. Deepak Kapoor as they dive into the world of private equity and healthcare policy. They discuss the opportunities and challenges faced by private practices in the field of Urology, and explore the topic of private equity with Dr. Kapoor's experiences as the chairman of Solaris Health. Listeners will gain insight into the differences between private equity and venture capital. Dr. Kapoor and Dr. Edney stress the importance of everyone havin...
Jun 29, 2023•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of TMU, we sit down with Ray Wezik, the Director of Policy and Advocacy for the American Urological Association (AUA), as we dive into the world of patient advocacy and lobbying. Ray shares his perspective as someone who works with over 75 patient advocacy organizations to leverage their voices and become better advocates together. We discuss the importance of collaboration between patient advocacy and medical professionals for effective efforts, and Ray shares insights on how ne...
Apr 27, 2023•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this episode of TMU, we’re joined by Nilay Gandhi, Urologist at Potomac Urology in Northern Virginia, as he shares his personal story on why he chose to pursue urology and his involvement in patient advocacy. Dr. Gandhi also discusses how incorporating genetic testing into his practice has improved patient care. Lastly, we’ll cover the growing presence of advanced practice providers in urology and the need for personalized treatment options for prostate cancer patients. Tune in to learn more!...
Mar 21, 2023•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. TJ Slavin, Chief Medical Officer of Myriad Genetics hosts this episode of the Modern Urologist joined by Dr. Angelo Baccala, at Lehigh Valley Health Network and Kara Cossis, PA-C, MPH, at Chesapeake Urology, to discuss genetic testing advancements in prostate cancer care to improve patient outcomes. Panelists' will dive into the rising rates of prostate cancer due to advanced diagnosis and how they have incorporated genetic testing into their practices. *This episode of The Modern Urolo...
Feb 17, 2023•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Modern Urologist, we are joined by Dr. David Levy who has done extensive research on prostate cancer nutrition and treatment. Dr. Levy will discuss measures that can be taken to decrease risk of disease such as taking supplements and vitamins. In addition, he mentions which foods to incorporate in your diet and those to avoid to possibly prevent or delay prostate cancer progression. Send us a text...
Sep 23, 2022•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we continue our conversation with Shelby Moneer and Ali Manson with ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer, as they discuss the education and research support ZERO provides. They will also talk through where they see the organization going. Send us a text
Aug 17, 2022•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the first of a two-part series, Shelby Moneer, VP of Patient Programs and Education and Ali Manson, VP of Government Relations at ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer, join Dr. Todd Cohen to discuss their advocacy efforts to educate and support all men who are impacted by prostate cancer. They will discuss ZERO's health equity work to combat racial disparity, creating support groups for patients and their caregivers throughout the prostate cancer journey and nationwide fundraising opportuni...
Aug 05, 2022•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Dr. Todd Cohen is joined by Geoff McLennan, a board member of Active Surveillance Patients International (ASPI), an advocacy group created by men with prostate cancer for men with prostate cancer. When Geoff was diagnosed with localized prostate cancer he was shocked to hear he could actively watch his cancer and not undergo extensive treatment. Geoff has now been on Active Surveillance for over 10 years. Geoff will discuss his experience living with prostate cancer and ASPI&apos...
May 03, 2022•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, two guests from Urology Austin, Jessica Stewart, VP of Business Development, and Marco Carlos, Clinical Care Director, join Dr. Cohen to discuss their elevated nurse navigation program and how they care for their prostate cancer patients. They will talk through the implementation of clinical care pathways across the entire prostate cancer spectrum, and dive into the navigator certification training they have created in their practice to reduce barriers to care. Send us a text...
Jan 06, 2022•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Marc Greenstein, from Advanced Urology, joins Dr. Todd Cohen to discuss his various roles as a urologist in the community and how he decided to get into the field of Urology. Dr. Greenstein provides insight to how his practice has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic and dives into where he sees the future of Urology going. Send us a text
Nov 05, 2021•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Radiation Oncologist, Jeffery Skinner from Chesapeake Urology sits down with Dr. Todd Cohen to discuss how a radiation oncologist determines the proper treatment for a prostate cancer patient. Dr. Skinner will also share his thoughts on androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in conjunction with radiation treatment. Send us a text
Sep 29, 2021•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this installment of The Modern Urologist, Dr. Todd Cohen was able to sit down with Neal Dunn, a former urologist and current Congressman of Florida’s 2nd Congressional District. They will discuss his transition from a practicing urologist to a politician, along with the biggest battles and successes he has faced in this role thus far. Congressman Dunn will also talk through his involvement with the Prostate Cancer Treatment Research Act that works directly with the Department of Veteran Affai...
May 04, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Howard Soule, Chief Scientific Officer of the Prostate Cancer Foundation, joins Dr. Todd Cohen on this episode of The Modern Urologist to discuss his involvement with the Prostate Cancer Foundation. He will also talk through the history of the foundation and where he sees them going in the future. In addition, Dr. Soule gives insight to how the foundation has raised awareness for patient communities around the world. Send us a text...
Apr 01, 2021•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dr. Laurence Klotz, Professor of Surgery at the University of Toronto, sits down with Dr. Todd Cohen to discuss his role in the advancement of Active Surveille in Urology. He dives into how himself and two colleagues came up with a strategy to reduce over treatment in prostate cancer patients. Dr. Klotz will also talk about the early controversy surrounding Active Surveillance and how he has dealt with patient anxiety. Send us a text...
Feb 05, 2021•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dr. Todd Cohen sits down with cancer survivor John Earp to talk about his journey from diagnosis to treatment and life beyond. John was diagnosed with cancer at age 46 also shares his extensive cancer history and how he eventually learned that his prostate cancer was caused by a hereditary mutation known as CHEK-2. Send us a text
Nov 05, 2020•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Samuel Peretsman on clinical utilization and potential benefits of using HIFU and other focal therapies in the treatment of prostate cancer. Send us a text
Oct 15, 2020•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the first episode of a two-part series on focal therapies, Dr. Samuel Peretsman from Urology Specialists North Carolina joins Dr. Todd Cohen to talk about his early involvement using High intensity focused Ultrasound (HIFU). Dr. Peretsman discusses in-detail the unique path he took to became an expert with this technology and how he uses it in the treatment of prostate cancer. Send us a text...
Oct 15, 2020•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Pathologist, Dr. Adam Cole and Urologist Dr. Richard Bevan-Thomas join The Modern Urologist to discuss how improved collaboration and communication between the two specialty groups has lead to better patient risk stratification and treatment plans. Multiple patient case reviews are discussed in-detail and the use of personalized markers at the time of diagnosis are also explored. Send us a text...
Sep 21, 2020•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Alan Winkler, Executive Director of Urology San Antonio shares his experience with bringing a new EHR system online. The technical challenges of building out existing clinical pathways and the steps taken internally to get the requisite physician and staff adoption are discussed in-detail. The additional value behind upgrading to a new EHR and how a practice can mitigate potential losses of productivity and increased costs are also explored. Send us a text...
Sep 15, 2020•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dr. Todd Cohen kicks off prostate cancer awareness month by interviewing prostate cancer survivor - Byron Sparkman. Byron shares his personal cancer journey starting at the time he learned of his elevated PSA, to getting a biopsy, and the additional steps he took to feel comfortable making a treatment decision. Byron also shares his advice for men and families that are currently going through similar experiences and how they to can make more informed healthcare decisions. Send u...
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