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David B. Samadi, M.D. — Chief, Division of Robotics and Minimal Invasive Surgery Mount Sinai School of Medicine, in New York City Interview on For News: Prostate Awareness and Prostate Cancer Surgery. Dr. Samadi is an expert in robotic prosate surgery for the treatment of prostate cancer (robotic prostatectomy), robotic kidney surgery (robotic nephrectomy) for the treatment of kidney cancer, and bladder cancer surgery (robotic cystectomy).

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William Darlington. Prostate cancer with multiple bone metastases in the skull, hips, lower spine responds to Issels Treatment. Dramatic decrease of PSA within 3 months. The patient feels stronger and can walk again. William was elated. In December 2006 he said: My bone scans of May 11 and Nov 4th, 2006 were completely clear and all bone metastases were gone. I have gained 25 pounds and feel strong again without any pain.

The Issels Treatment is a comprehensive immunotherapy program that integrates the most effective state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced cancer vaccines, and other safe and scientifically validated therapies. For more information on the Issels Treatment, please visit http://www.issels.com or call 1.888.447.7357.

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CBS Channel 2 talks to David B. Samadi, M.D., the leader in the field of robotic surgery, about his successes in curing prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is now one of the most common cancer in American men. Men facing prostate surgery usually have a traditional operation, which involves large incisions and a long recovery time. A new, less traumatic alternative for treating and removing prostate is available: da Vinci Robotic Surgery. For additional information, visit Dr. Samadi’s website, http://www.RoboticOncology.com, or contact him directly at phone, 1-888-Robot10 (1-888-762-6810).

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Gerald Aptaker, 71. Stage IV Prostate Cancer with multiple bone metastases in bilateral ribs, thoracic spine, sacrum, pelvis and left femur responded dramatically to the Issels Treatment. Within 3 weeks the PSA of 3,524 dropped to 639.9, pain minimized, appetite and overall well being improved and energy level went up. Laboratory studies of July 1st, about 1 month after Geralds discharge from the Issels Treatment Center, showed a PSA level of 17.27 and Gerald reported a substantial improvement in his quality of life, with practically no bone pain, no limitations in his range of motion. August 7th, 2008: His PSA dropped to 2.00. Gerald is very optimistic and eager to continue his complete home treatment protocol. On January 21, 2009 the PSA was 1.07 and Gerald is very happy. On April 4, 2009 Gerald reports that his PSA dropped to 0.56 and he feels excellent.

The Issels Treatment is a comprehensive immunotherapy program that integrates the most effective state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced cancer vaccines, and other safe and scientifically validated therapies. For more information on the Issels Treatment, please visit http://www.issels.com or call 1.888.447.7357.

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Dendreon said its Prostate Cancer Treatment Provenge prolonged patient survival, providing fuel for a rally in its shares.

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One of many. Edited for time. I am only stage t1c and will only need 25 sessions.

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Prostate Cancer, Your Treatment Options provides information about what prostate cancer is; how it is diagnosed and treated; and what patients can expect. The video also deals with how men and their families can get information and comfort from a prostate support group.

Made with the support of: AstraZeneca, BC Cancer Agency, and Vancouver Island Prostate Cancer Research Foundation

For copies: (250)370-8204 or MediaSales@viha.ca

© 2007 Vancouver Island Health Authority

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Colorectal surgery has undergone rapid advancement in recent years and leading the way has been Dr. Conor Delaney, Chief of Colorectal Surgery at University Hospitals Case Medical Center. A pioneer in the use of minimally invasive techniques for colorectal surgery, Dr. Delaney and his team are able to reduce surgical trauma by using tiny incisions compared to traditional open surgery.

On Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at 4:00 p.m during a live webcast, Dr. Delaney and his colleagues will be performing a laparoscopic bowel resection.

During this procedure, the patient’s abdomen is insufflated with carbon dioxide gas. Special operating instruments and a magnifying video camera are inserted into the…

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About the Video:
Surgical robots are being increasingly used to lend a helping hand to surgeons as they treat a variety of medical conditions, including those caused by prostate cancer. In this two-part program, Dr. Michael Naslund and Dr. James Borin discuss the diagnosis and wide range of treatment options available for prostate cancer as well as those options available to treat benign (non-cancerous) prostate enlargement.

Specific topics covered in part one of this two-part interview include:

The prostate gland and its function
Benign prostate enlargement
Symptoms of an enlarged prostate
Medical treatment for enlarged prostate
Radio frequency treatment – TUNA procedure
Laser treatment
Prostate cancer – risks
Prostate Cancer Symptoms
Cryosurgery (freezing)
Radioactive seeds
Chemotherapy
Determining best treatment for prostate cancer

About the Expert:
Dr. Michael Naslund is a urologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and director of the Maryland Prostate Center. Dr. Naslund is also a professor of surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

Related Links:

Prostate Treatments and Robotic Surgery (Part 2)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtSLYY8pHCo

Dr. Michael Naslund
http://www.umm.edu/doctors/michael_j_naslund.html

The Maryland Prostate Center
http://www.umm.edu/md_prostate/

UMMC Robotic Surgery Program
http://www.umm.edu/robotics/

Prostate Health Guide
http://www.umm.edu/prostate/index.htm

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Prostate Cancer, Your Treatment Options provides information about what prostate cancer is; how it is diagnosed and treated; and what patients can expect. The video also deals with how men and their families can get information and comfort from a prostate support group.

Made with the support of: AstraZeneca, BC Cancer Agency, and Vancouver Island Prostate Cancer Research Foundation

For copies: (250)370-8204 or MediaSales@viha.ca

© 2007 Vancouver Island Health Authority

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Tags: cancer, medical, medicine, prostate, treatment