Understanding Diagnosis and Partnering With Your Care Team

Author(s):

Joseph F. Renzulli MD, FACS ,Mitchell Cornet, MPP, MHSA

Key Takeaways

Effective communication with the care team is crucial for understanding treatment options, side effects, and prognosis.
The oncologist plays a vital role in guiding patients through diagnosis, offering clarity and emotional support.
A collaborative approach between the patient, oncologist, and care team is essential for developing a personalized treatment plan.

Panelists discuss how sharing personal experiences with diagnosis helps illuminate the critical questions patients should ask their care teams and the pivotal role oncologists play in guiding treatment decisions.

EP: 1.When and Why To Get Screened for Prostate Cancer

EP: 2.Understanding Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Testing

EP: 3.The Benefits of a Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing Prostate Cancer

Now Viewing

EP: 4.Understanding Diagnosis and Partnering With Your Care Team

EP: 5.Understanding Your Treatment Options for Advanced Prostate

EP: 6.Navigating Post-Surgery Recovery

EP: 7.Prostate Cancer and Intimacy

EP: 8.Support and Advocacy Groups

EP: 9.Treatment Options for Recurrent Prostate Cancer

EP: 10.Promoting Inclusivity and Bridging Gaps in Prostate Cancer Care

EP: 11.Proactive Health and Holistic Approaches to Prostate Cancer Care

EP: 12.Closing Reflections and the Importance of Early Detection

Video content above is prompted by the following:

Please walk us through your diagnosis. What questions did you have for your care team? What role did your oncologist play?