Understanding Prostate Cancer: Navigating Risks and Treatment Options

Join us for an insightful conversation with Michael Scott, an award-winning advocate for prostate cancer awareness and active surveillance. Michael sheds light on the complexities of prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment, from low-risk cases that may never need treatment to high-risk ones requiring urgent care. He discusses the importance of "shared decision-making" between patients and doctors. Michael also shares his journey in advocating for active surveillance as a viable option, especially for low-risk prostate cancer patients. Discover how informed choices and patient advocacy can improve outcomes and preserve quality of life.

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The Bridge is the official podcast for the University of Maryland Baltimore School of Pharmacy PATIENTS Program. The PATIENTS Program is the bridge between the community and researchers. The PATIENTS Program created this partnership to help researchers listen to the community’s voice to build a bridge to an effective learning healthcare community.

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