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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...

Hot flashes, sudden feeling of warmth that can be followed by significant sweating, facial flushing, nausea, anxiety or irritability, are a frequent side effect of hormonal suppression therapy for prostate cancer patients.  Hot flashes can occur in almost ⅔ of men treated with androgen suppression therapy.  Suppressing testosterone can cause...

When most men are told that they have prostate cancer, their brain essentially shuts off. The initial conversation can produce shock, fear and sadness. Allow your self time to absorb the information. Resist the temptation to search the internet for cures or answers – you need more information than the...

An interesting study published in 2020 looks at the genomics of “low grade” (Gleason 6 or less) in men aged 75+. They find that aggressive genomics signatures were found in approximately 40% of men over 80. This reinforces the idea that we need to fully evaluate men who fall into...

1661 Mission Street Cancer Center is our new location. Near Van Ness on Mission.   Across the street from SF building planning.  We have complementary valet for parking.