Prostate Cancer Center of excellence

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1 Prostate Cancer Center of excellence

2 Exceptional care from experienced specialists... UNIQUE CANCER CARE Diablo Valley Oncology and Pacific Urology have brought together all of the essential components necessary for a comprehensive world-class prostate cancer program. The biggest difference our prostate cancer program makes for patients is our highly collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to care. We combine expertise from a multi-specialty group of board certified physicians who work together to provide high quality and consistent treatment for patients. Our center offers the most advanced therapies and latest technologies available to diagnosis and treat prostate cancer. BETTER OUTCOMES Studies show that prostate cancers treated at higher volume treatment centers have an improved overall survival. Our radiation facility is in the top 95th percentile of centers in the United States in terms of prostate cancer patient volume. Higher volume centers like ours have increased communication among specialists leading to better coordination and streamlined patient care. OUR CANCER CARE TEAM INCLUDES: I am so happy I chose Diablo Valley Oncology and Pacific Urology for my prostate cancer treatment. The care was exceptional I would not go anywhere else. Prostate Cancer Survivor Our team of expert urologists and oncologists are dedicated to providing the most complete prostate cancer care available. Urologists Oncology Surgeons Medical Oncologists Radiation Oncologists Radiologists Pathologists We bring it all together for you.

3 As a nationally accredited cancer facility, we stay up-to-date with best practices and advanced treatment guidelines. ROBOTIC SURGERY CASE CONFERENCE APPROACH Similar to Grand Rounds at academic centers, our board certified, multidisciplinary group of physicians communicate and meet regularly to review cases and develop customized treatment plans for patients. OUR GOAL PROSTATE DIAGNOSTIC CENTER Pacific Urology, the surgical division of Diablo Valley Oncology, has a team of superbly trained and experienced urologists who work seamlessly to fast track prostate cancer diagnosis. They were the first practice in the East Bay to implement the advanced 3T MRI fusion guided biopsy system. This advanced diagnostic tool is more precise and effective in detecting hidden prostate cancers. PATIENT SUPPORT Our cancer surgeons at Pacific Urology have extensive experience with the da Vinci Robotic technology and have been using it since 2001 when performing prostatectomy for prostate cancer patients. Robotic laparoscopic surgery enables our surgeons to perform this complex procedure through very small openings in the skin, which results in faster recuperation and a more rapid return to normal activities. RADIATION + CALYPSO TECHNOLOGY Our radiation department uses sophisticated image-guided, intensity modulated, stereotactic, and three-dimensional conformal radiation techniques. Using linear accelerators equipped with cone-beam CT, tumors are imaged daily for the most precise and effective targeted therapy. We are one of the only centers in the area to offer the Calypso System with implanted Beacon transponders. Considered GPS for the body, this technology communicates the exact location of the patient s tumor resulting in increased precision, minimized radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissue and markedly reduced side effects. We detect hidden prostate cancer by using the 3T MRI fusion guided biopsy system, the most advanced technology available. Our goal is to deliver the most comprehensive prostate cancer care available to each and every patient. Our collaborative team of physicians and staff provide streamlined, continuity of care for patients as they navigate between surgery, radiation and chemotherapy appointments. As part of the cancer treatment team at Diablo Valley Oncology, patients have the full support of our experienced oncology nurse practitioners. They answer questions, provide resources and support services, as well as offer guidance in all aspects of cancer treatment. Diablo Valley Oncology presents outreach programs and educational talks by physicians to keep the community up-to-date on the newest treatment modalities. Our reimbursement specialists work closely with patients, their insurance companies, pharmaceutical companies and foundations to provide helpful guidance and financial support. NATIONALLY ACCREDITED Diablo Valley Oncology s cancer center is one of the first oncology practices in California to receive the Quality Practice Certification (QOPI) from the American Cancer Society of Clinical Oncologists. Our radiation department is accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). As a nationally accredited cancer facility, we stay current with best practices and rapidly advancing treatment guidelines. Our patients receive the same nationally established treatment protocols for prostate cancer as they would at any leading academic cancer center.

4 I asked my doctor, How do we know this is the right treatment plan for me? Is it the most effective alternative available? He said, This therapy works and is what I would do in your shoes. That was all I needed to hear. Prostate Cancer Survivor MAIN LOCATION- PACIFIC UROLOGY MAIN LOCATION- DIABLO VALLEY ONCOLOGY Wiget Lane, Suite 290, Walnut Creek, CA Taylor Boulevard, Pleasant Hill, CA The main location for our surgical division is located in Walnut Creek, California. Our free standing outpatient building offers physician consultations, prostate biopsies, continence services and other in-office urologic procedures. This location offers groundlevel parking and prompt appointments. Our comprehensive cancer center is conveniently located in Pleasant Hill, California. Our freestanding outpatient building offers physician consultations, private infusion suites, radiation therapy and imaging services. This location offers easy facility access, ground-level parking and prompt appointments. SATELLITE LOCATIONS SATELLITE LOCATIONS 2222 East Street, Suite 250 Concord, CA Grant Avenue, Suite 310 Concord, CA & 1220 Rossmoor Parkway Walnut Creek, CA Cortona Way, Suite 160 Brentwood, CA Lonetree Way Suite 2A Antioch, CA Norris Canyon Rd. Suite 140 San Ramon, CA Norris Canyon Road, Suite 140 San Ramon, CA Radiation Oncologists only: Alta Bates - Herrick Campus 2001 Dwight Way Berkeley, CA E. Stanley Blvd., Suite 209 Livermore, CA 94550

5 INFORMATION & APPOINTMENTS Visit pacificurology.com or dvohmg.com To schedule an appointment: UROLOGY: (925) Medical Oncology: (925) Radiation Oncology: (925) Prostate Cancer Center of excellence