Prostate CancerThe Dean and Betty Gallo Prostate Cancer Center
At the Center, a multi-disciplinary team of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, urologic oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, nurses, social workers, and researchers, are united in one goal - eradicating prostate cancer. To reach that goal, we have created a prostate cancer research and treatment center of extraordinary quality. It is a place where research discoveries are applied to prevention and treatment, and where compassionate care is given to patients, their families and friends. Cutting edge research therapies are a central component of the Prostate Cancer Program. CINJ is a leader in laparoscopic renal procedures and has extensive experience with robotic prostatectomy. The major advantages of robotic prostatectomy include shorter hospital stays, lower blood loss, and faster recovery. Given that robotic surgery is a relatively new technology, surgeon experience is critical for good outcome. Under the leadership of the Urologic Oncology Program, CINJ has developed a center of excellence for robotic surgery and its urologic oncologists have performed more than 550 robotic prostatectomies over the last four years. Dr. Isaac Kim, chief of the Section of Urologic Oncology, has also developed a new surgical technique for nerve sparing (Athermal Intrafascial Robotic Prostatectomy or AIR prostatectomy) using the robot that leads to faster recovery of sexual function as well as bladder control.
Useful Links From The Resource and Learning Center: Staff of this Program:
Robert DiPaola, MD, Medical Oncologist |
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Program
Adult Oncology Program
Breast Oncology - Stacy Goldstein Breast Cancer Center Gastrointestinal/Hepatobiliary Oncology Program Genetic Counseling and Risk Assessment/The LIFE Center Leukemia/Lymphoma/Hematologic Malignancies Liver Cancer and Bile Duct Cancer Care Program Melanoma and Soft Tissue Oncology Program Phase I/Developmental Therapeutics Prostate Cancer: Dean and Betty Gallo Prostate Cancer Center Stem Cell Transplantation Program
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The Dean and Betty Gallo Prostate Cancer Center at The Cancer Institute of New Jersey is the state's only specialized prostate health resource at a National Cancer Institute- designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. This coveted designation means that New Jersey's men benefit from the insight and experience of our nation's most talented and sought-after physicians and scientists. And, it uniquely positions The Dean and Betty Gallo Prostate Cancer Center to make historic advancements in the prevention, research and treatment of prostate cancer.