Prostate Health Seminar 2011
Date: Saturday, June 18, 2011
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Location:
Columbia University Medical Center
Vivian and Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center Auditorium
New York - Presbyterian Hospital
173 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
Course Director: Aaron E. Katz, MD
Co-Director: Philippa J. Cheetham MD
Attendees: 300
 Cost per Attendee: $50
Let’s Keep Our Dads Alive
This Father’s Day, give the gift of life by joining us Saturday, June 18th for the 2011 Prostate Health Seminar. We encourage men and their partners to enroll in this 9am-5pm event discussing conditions of the prostate, as well as the latest technological advancements in prostate care.
Discussions will be led by Course Director, Aaron E. Katz, M.D. and Co-Director, Philippa J. Cheetham, M.D. and will touch on several topics, including prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and sexual health. Attendees will enjoy a continental breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon coffee break, as well as an interactive “Ask the Doc” session with our panel of experts. Register today to arm yourself with the knowledge to keep our Dads alive.
Session Details:
Prostate Cancer Session: Receive the answers to your prostate cancer questions in this informative session. Lectures will focus on the latest methods of prostate cancer screening and detection, as well as available prostate cancer treatments. Throughout the session, our panel of experts will discuss the efficacy of cryotherapy (prostate freezing), robotic surgery, radiation and brachytherapy (seed implants), as well as the role of holistic therapies in the pursuit of a prostate cancer cure. Other topics will include talks on the genetics and known risk factors of prostate cancer, in addition to discussions on prostate cancer prevention, including lifestyle changes and the use of herbal supplements.
- PSA 2011: What does it really mean?
- Prostate Cancer Detection: Biopsy, MRI, New Markers
- Prostate Cancer Staging: What should I get? MRI? CT scan? Bone scan?
- Prostate Robotic Surgery: Video, Outcomes, Who is a candidate
- Prostate Cryotherapy: Video and Outcomes
- Radiation Therapy Techniques: Outcomes and Selection
- Active Surveillance: How to do it?
The BPH Session: The symptoms, medication therapies and their side effects, and treatment strategies for an enlarged prostate will be discussed in this session on the topic of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Talks focused on the use of thermal therapy, Green Light Laser, and the latest prostate resection techniques will be held in addition to discussions on irritable bladder symptoms and its causes. We will also touch on the use of herbal therapies for the betterment of prostate health.
- What are the signs and symptoms of BPH?
- What tests should I have?
- Common BPH Medications (5AR and alpha blockers , anti-muscarinics)
- Available Surgical Approaches
(Green Light, TURP, TUNA, Microwave, Laser)
- Phytotherapy: Saw palmetto, green tea, soy
The Sexual Health Session: During this session, our panel of experts will present lectures on erectile dysfunction and the treatment options available to promote an active sex life. Topics will include the causes of erectile dysfunction and common treatments (non-surgical and surgical) used to improve sexual performance.
- What is erectile dysfunction?
- What tests will I need?
- What about oral agents (Viagra, Levitra, Cialis)?
- What about penile prosthetics and vacuum pumps?
The “Ask the Doc” Session: The last session of the day, the “Ask the Doc” event opens the floor to attendee discussion. Here, audience members can ask our panel of experts questions unique to their case. Although not an official consult, the panel members will get a chance to discuss their opinions with inquiring attendees.
*In between sessions, attendees will also have the opportunity to view corporate sponsor displays. |
