Know Your Options for Prostate Cancer Treatment at Penn

In his "Open Letter to the Newly Diagnosed" prostate cancer survivor, Bill Barbour did a lot of research about his treatment options for prostate cancer. He had proton therapy for prostate cancer at Penn, and today, he advises other prostate cancer survivors to know their treatment options for prostate cancer.

Men can get a first, second, and third opinions all in one place at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center. After a complete evaluation, we'll work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan, with all your options under one roof.

Penn offers the following treatment options:

Surgery for Prostate Cancer

Penn Urologists are world renowned for developing leading-edge surgical techniques such as nerve-sparring and minimally invasive prostatectomy, both designed to preserve urinary and sexual function for prostate cancer patients.

Traditional Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer

Penn Radiation Oncology is one the few programs in the nation that can offer prostate cancer patients all of the different conventional radiation therapies.

Proton Therapy for Prostate Cancer

Penn is only cancer center in the region that offers, proton therapy, an incredibly precise form of radiation with the potential for less side effects. The Roberts Proton Therapy Center at Penn is the largest and most advanced center in the world.

Medical Oncology for Prostate Cancer

Depending on how advanced the prostate cancer is, some patients may need to see a medical oncologist. Penn Medicine's oncology program offers patients the latest clinical trials and novel therapies for prostate cancer.

Learn More About Prostate Cancer Treatment at Penn

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with prostate cancer or an abnormal PSA, you're probably wondering what to do next. Look to Penn's Abramson Cancer Center for the most advanced cancer program in the region - for full insight on all your options.

Our team will:

• Help you understand your PSA levels and guide you towards the next steps you should take
• Ensure you have the most accurate diagnosis using advanced diagnostics
• Offer you the most advanced surgical and radiation treatment options – all in one place
• Answer your questions about the potential side effects of all your options
• Provide an unbiased opinion on your best treatment option

Call 800-789-PENN (7366) to schedule a consultation with a Penn prostate cancer specialist.

Or, learn more about prostate cancer treatment, side effects of prostate cancer, and other prostate cancer information by watching a five-part video series about prostate cancer.