Prostate Cancer

Need a Second Opinion?

Prostate Cancer Treatment
at The Urology Place

The Urology Place specializes in the treatment of prostate cancer

If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, you may have heard about robotic prostate surgery, or a robotic prostatectomy. Many patients initially feel overwhelmed with a prostate cancer diagnosis. We are happy to see patients for a second opinion. At The Urology Place we work with our patients to help them make informed, appropriate decisions for their particular case. After treating thousands of prostate cancer patients, we have become known for our prostate cancer outcomes. Dr. Naveen Kella performs 100% of the robotic prostatectomies for The Urology Place. Dr. Kella and his expert surgical team have been working together for over 10 years, making them one of the most specialized teams in the nation for prostate cancer removal. We employ specialized procedures to avoid heat from cautery and minimize tension on the prostate, which are two key factors in recovery.

Options for Prostate Cancer Treatment

Surgery

Surgery aims to cure prostate cancer. Dr Kella is a renowned expert with robotic surgery for prostate cancer. Most surgeons choose to perform robotics over open surgery due to many advantages. However, experience is still THE driving factor in your positive outcome.

Radiation

IMRT is the standard for radiation therapy. Dr Kella can offer you his opinions on different forms of radiation therapy. He has done cases after radiation has failed as well.

Active Surveillance

Some prostate cancers are slow growing and the patient is likely to die of other causes before the prostate cancer becomes severe. In these cases, patients may elect to carefully watch their disease. Patients who have small amounts of prostate cancer or a low Gleason Score may be candidates for active surveillance. Also, a patient who has many medical problems or is elderly may elect the “watch and wait” approach due to the potential complications of aggressive treatment.

Second Opinions for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Decisions on prostate cancer treatment options can be difficult, and physicians sometimes use genetic testing and other measures to help determine how best to move forward. It is advisable to seek a second opinion in all cases, but certainly when the best options remain unclear after consulting with your urologist. Dr. Kella at The Urology Place in San Antonio, Texas is often sought after for an expert second opinion due to his extensive knowledge and experience.

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