prostate cancer

Center of Excellence Recognizes a High Degree of Experience with Applying SpaceOAR Hydrogel

Bloomfield, NJ — We’re proud to announce that Dr. Glen Gejerman has been designated as a Center of Excellence for SpaceOAR™ Hydrogel – a device manufactured by Boston Scientific and designed to reduce the radiation…

New Jersey Urology (NJU) is pleased to announce the opening of a brand-new Cancer Care Center in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. This NJU Cancer Care Center offers the most comprehensive oncology care with state-of-the-art treatment in a safe and compassionate environment.

Dr. Elan Diamond, Director…

Normal cells become cancer cells (malignant cells) when mutations in the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) sequence of a gene transform cells into a growing and destructive version of their former selves. These abnormal cells can then divide and multiply without control. Although DNA mutations can be inherited, it is much more…

What is PSA?

PSA (prostate specific antigen) is a chemical produced by the prostate gland. It functions to liquefy semen following ejaculation, aiding the transit of sperm to the egg. A small amount of PSA filtrates from the prostate into the blood circulation and can be measured by a…

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could prevent prostate cancer? Unfortunately, we’re not there yet—but we do have an understanding of what measures can be taken to help reduce your risk of developing prostate cancer. One way is through a blood test to determine the prostate specific antigen…

After a prostate cancer diagnosis, there can be a lot of information to take in. The path you and your doctor decide to take for treatment depends on certain factors including the stage of the cancer, your age, and your prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test results, among others.

Risk…