In this mini-episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, hosts El and Shay are joined by Dr. Matthew Ferroni and Dr. Michael Marquardt of Mercy Urology Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Together, they discuss the importance of a team-based approach in prostate cancer treatment.

Dr. Ferroni and Dr. Marquardt highlight how urology and radiation oncology work hand-in-hand with other specialties—including genetics, nutrition, physical therapy, and mental health—to provide patients with comprehensive care. Their insights emphasize how collaboration not only guides men through treatment options like surgery and radiation, but also ensures ongoing support for long-term wellness and survivorship.

Tune in for a focused conversation on how a multidisciplinary team can make a lasting difference in the journey through prostate cancer care.

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In this episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, hosts El and Shay welcome two distinguished physicians from Mercy Urology Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Matthew Ferroni, a leading urologist specializing in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and Dr. Michael Marquardt, a radiation oncologist treating prostate, lung, and other cancers, share their expertise on treatment decisions for localized prostate cancer.

Together, Dr. Ferroni and Dr. Marquardt explain the similarities and key differences between radical prostatectomy (surgery) and radiation therapy—two options that offer comparable cure rates but vary in side effects, recovery, and suitability for each patient.

This conversation provides essential insights to help men and their families make informed choices, highlighting the importance of early detection and a multidisciplinary approach to prostate cancer care.

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In this episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, we welcome back Ralph Jones, who shares more of his personal journey with prostate cancer and beyond. Having faced multiple cancer diagnoses, Ralph speaks candidly about the challenges of living with cancer and the strength it takes to keep moving forward.

Ralph explains why he chooses to participate in clinical trials and how research has played a life-saving role in his story. From his prostate cancer diagnosis with a PSA score of 600 to other battles he has endured, he highlights the importance of access to trials and how they can change outcomes for patients.

As the C.E.O. of Youth Development Systems Inc., Ralph is not only a leader in education but also a strong voice for cancer awareness and advocacy. His story is a powerful reminder of resilience, the importance of hope, and the role of research in improving cancer care.

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