Speakers

Hasan Rehman, MD - 6/24/2026

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 02:54:00 GMT

Dr. Hasan Rehman is a Hematology and Oncology Physician with a particular interest in gastrointestinal malignancies, genitourinary malignancies, and thoracic cancers. Dr. Rehman completed an accelerated 6-year BS/MD program graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Life Sciences at Kent State University, followed by a medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University. Dr. Rehman completed his internal medicine residency at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital). He then moved to New York for his fellowship, where he was the Chief Fellow of the Monter Cancer Center-Division of Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Program at Northwell Health Cancer Institute. Dr. Rehman has an extensive background in research and is published in various reputable journals. He has also presented at national conferences with a focus on clinical research. Dr. Rehman is committed to the care of oncologic and hematologic patients seeking to provide comprehensive care for members of the community. He firmly believes in the principle of not just treating cancer but instead treating patients who have cancer. Using this foundation, he strives to provide the most compassionate, evidence-based, and quality care for his patients. When not with patients, Dr. Rehman enjoys spending time with his wife and baby daughter. He is a dedicated family man, self-acclaimed foodie, enjoys traveling, working out, and is an avid sports fan.

The Christ Hospital Outpatient Center - Montgomery

11140 Montgomery Rd.
Suite 2300
Cincinnati OH, 45249

Phone: 513-321-4333

Fax: 513-564-8584

Anish Shah, MD and Jacob Stephens, MD - 5/27/2026

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:24:00 GMT

I grew up in Athens, GA where he graduated from high school at Athens Academy. After dual-degreeing in Philosophy (B.A.) and Biology (B.S) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) as part of a seven-year accelerated B.S.-B.A./MD program, he continued on to medical school at UAB. He then completed his internship in General Surgery and residency in Urology at the University of Cincinnati. Upon completing his training, he worked for WellStar Health System in Atlanta, Ga. After four years in practice, he and his wife, a Cincinnati native, decided to move back to Cincinnati. He has been with The Christ Hospital Health Network since 2018 and has interests in all forms of robotic and laparoscopic surgery, including surgery for cancers of the bladder, prostate, and kidney. He also has interests in erectile dysfunction and prosthetic surgery for this condition, management of kidney and ureteral stones, and incontinence. Dr. Shah sees patients at the Anderson location and the Mt. Auburn Medical Office Building.

The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building

2123 Auburn Ave.
Suite 441
Cincinnati, OH 45219

Phone: 513-721-7373

Fax: 513-977-4253

Dr. Jacob Stephens, MD, is a surgeon who specializes in urology with The Christ Hospital Physicians. He sees patients at the Liberty location and the Mt. Auburn Medical Office Building.

Dr. Stephens was inspired to pursue a career in medicine because of a desire to help other people, and by a respect for the care provided by his family doctor. He chose urology because of an interest in improving men’s health. He has extensive training to provide care for a wide range of urologic issues. “My aim is to be a ‘one-stop urologist’ that can treat any patient who walks in the door,” he says.

His approach to patient care is objective and evidenced-based and involves including them in making important decisions about their care options. He strives to provide a welcoming environment where his patients can feel comfortable discussing issues that may be sensitive and he urges them to be open and honest.

Dr. Stephens earned a Bachelor of Science in Natural Science from Xavier University and his Doctor of Medicine Degree from The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in urology at William Beaumont Hospital-Royal Oak in Royal Oak, MI. He is a member of the American Urological Association.

When not practicing medicine, Dr. Stephens enjoys spending time with his family, watching and playing sports, hiking, music, and exercise.

The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building

2123 Auburn Ave.
Suite 441
Cincinnati, OH, 45219

Phone: 513-721-7373

Fax: 513-977-4253

Chris Freese, MD - 4/29/2026

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:10:00 GMT

Dr. Christopher Michael Freese is a Radiation Oncology Specialist in Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated with honors from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 2014. Having more than 8 years of diverse experiences, especially in RADIATION ONCOLOGY, Dr. Christopher Michael Freese affiliates with Christ Hospital, cooperates with many other doctors and specialists in medical group Christ Hospital Medical Specialists Ii, LLC

Contact:
The Christ Hospital Cancer Center

2139 Auburn Ave
D-Level Cincinnati OH
45219
Fax: 513-585-2650

Preston Black - 3/25/2026

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:56:00 GMT

Understanding Prostate Cancer Numbers

There are several numbers you’ll encounter as you travel on your journey through prostate cancer. The first will be your PSA or Prostate Specific Antigen number. As a side note, contrary to the “Prostate Specific” in the name, minor amounts may be produced in the pancreas or in salivary glands. However, by far most PSA is generated in the prostate.

PSA generation has 2 main causes:

1. Prostate cancer
2. Irritation of the prostate

Things that can irritate the prostate and cause PSA generation include prostate infections (prostatitis) and activities that physically pressure the prostate.

In order to rule out prostatitis, your urologist may prescribe a course of antibiotics. After you’ve completed the antibiotics, you’ll get another PSA test. If your PSA drops back into the acceptable range afterwards, you and your urologist may decide to wait several months before checking PSA again.

Other things that may irritate your prostate and cause PSA to rise are Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH/enlarged prostate), or recent ejaculation. Another common cause of prostate irritation in some men is bike riding. You’ll want to refrain from biking and ejaculation for several days prior to a PSA test.

Here are some guidelines for PSA levels from the Prostate Cancer Foundation:

• Age 40-49: Typically below 2.5 ng/mL.
• Age 50-59: Typically below 3.5 ng/mL.
• Age 60-69: Typically below 4.5 ng/mL.
• Age 70+: Often, levels up to 6.5 ng/mL may be considered within normal limits.

Talk with your urologist about whether your PSA level is appropriate for your age and physical condition.

If you and your urologist decide that your PSA level is suspiciously high, the next step in your journey will probably be an MRI – Magnetic Resonance Imaging. An MRI can give your urologist an idea of whether there are areas of your prostate that might be cancerous.

The MRI will result in the next set of numbers that will help determine whether your prostate harbors some cancer – the Prostate Imaging - Reporting and Data System (PI-RADS). PI-RADS is a standardized scoring tool for evaluating possible cases of prostate cancer. It was developed to improve the prostate cancer diagnosis process, reducing the number of unnecessary biopsies. Coincidentally, one of the doctors on the team that developed the PI-RADS scoring system works at the University of Cincinnati Hospital – Dr. Sadhna Verma.

The purpose of getting a prostate MRI is to assess the likelihood that prostate cancer is present. This will help you and your doctor decide whether a biopsy is necessary. And, if the decision is that a biopsy is necessary, the MRI will give an idea of which area(s) of the prostate should be targeted.

Here is the PI-RADS rating system:

PI-RADS 1: Very low risk (clinically significant cancer highly unlikely).
PI-RADS 2: Low risk (clinically significant cancer unlikely).
PI-RADS 3: Intermediate/Equivocal risk (unclear if significant cancer is present).
PI-RADS 4: High risk (significant cancer likely).
PI-RADS 5: Very high risk (significant cancer highly likely).

A PI-RADS score of 1 or 2 may lead you and your doctor to conclude that a prostate biopsy is not needed, thus avoiding the risks and discomfort that comes with a biopsy. On the other hand, a PI-RADS score of 4 or 5 will likely lead you and your doctor to proceed to getting a biopsy.

Here’s an excerpt from an MRI report:

Lesion #1: Right peripheral zone apex posterolaterally.
Size: 1.3 x 0.7 cm (series 650, image 35).
ADC: Mild/moderate hypointense.
DWI: Iso/mild hyperintense.
DCE: Focal Enhancement. PI-RADS 4.

Notice the last line of the report: PI-RADS 4. This indicated that significant cancer was likely to found in the right peripheral zone apex of the prostate. This meant a biopsy was the proper next step.

Biopsy is the “gold standard” for determining whether cancer is present not only for prostate cancer but for almost all forms of cancer. A biopsy consists of taking a sample of the tissue suspected of being cancerous and then subjecting that sample to a test that’s been proven to determine whether cancer is present and, in some cases, determining how serious that cancer is.

So now we come to the next set of numbers you’re likely to encounter: The Gleason score.

Developed by Dr. Donald Gleason in the 1960s – 1970s for the Veterans Administration, the Gleason score is a system used to grade prostate cancer based on the microscopic architectural pattern of cancer cells, ranging from 1 (most differentiated) to 5 (least differentiated).

That is, a pathologist trained in recognizing the 5 patterns examines the samples taken from the biopsy. For each sample, the pathologist identifies the most frequently occurring pattern. This becomes the first number in the Gleason score. Then the pathologist identifies the next most frequently occurring pattern which becomes the second number in the Gleason score. Adding these two numbers gives you a single Gleason score. In practice today, ratings 1 and 2 are not used. Thus, a Gleason score ranges from 3 + 3 = 6 to 5 + 5 = 10.

This system is simplified by the “grade group (GG)” 1 to 5 scale as follows to help patients understand risk level:

GG1 – low risk (Gleason score 3+3=6)
GG2 – favorable intermediate risk (Gleason score 3+4=7)
GG3 – unfavorable intermediate risk (Gleason score 4+3=7)
GG4 – high risk (Gleason score 4+4=8)
GG5 – high risk (Gleason score 9 or 10)

Here’s an excerpt from a prostate biopsy report:

H. Prostate, right medial mid, biopsy:
- Prostatic adenocarcinoma, estimated Gleason score 3+3=6 (grade group 1).
- Carcinoma involves 10% of one of one (1/1) core.

This snippet tells us that:
1. The sample’s Gleason score is 3+3=6
2. The Gleason score translates to grade group 1 – low risk.
3. The part of the sample taken that was cancerous was 10%. Thus, 90% of the sample was NOT cancerous, another indication of low risk

Presentation:

Shaylind Benson, ND - 1/28/2026

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:19:00 GMT

After getting his degree in psychology, Dr. Shaylind Benson switched his focus to natural health and nutrition, graduating from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine with a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree. Since then, he has focused on helping people achieve optimal wellness by evaluating nutritional deficiencies along with helping to balance hormones, neurotransmitters, and anything else that may get in the way of us feeling the best.

Contact:

Life Extension

3240 E Tropicana Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89121
800-226-2370

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Patrick McLaughlin, MD - 10/29/2025

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:27:00 GMT

Patrick McLaughlin MD is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at the University of Michigan. He is the Director of Radiation Oncology at the Providence Affiliate of the University of Michigan. He completed a medical oncology fellowship at the University of Michigan, immediately migrating to radiation oncology. He is board certified in medical and radiation oncology.

His major research interest is in technical advances in prostate cancer radiation (internal and external). This work culminated in the development of vessel sparing radiation, the radiation equivalent to nerve sparing surgery. In 2016 sexual preservation approaching 90% was reported in Lancet Oncology (see Functional Anatomy and Vessel-Sparing Radiation video). He continues intensive technical research with the goal of full function preservation following radiation.

In addition to radiation research he proposed the right brain, left brain, soul brain model of holistic care, realized in brick and mortar spaces at the Assarian Cancer Center. This model proposes that different personalities need very different elements to come to peace. This is presented in brief at naut7.com under Healing Arts.

His personal statement:

I am a proud father of 4 grown children with three grandchildren. I am an amateur musician, composer, and an avid golfer. While my research has been technical, the joy of medicine for me is witnessing the profound adaptations of patients and families to the challenge of serious illness. Some of the most important things I know about life I have learned from my patients. I have a career-long log of stories I will be publishing online in serial installments at naut7.com under the title Prognosis: Cure, Control, Coexist, and Escape. I have posted the introduction and monthly additions will follow. I have written a eulogy and musical tribute to one remarkable patient named Katherine, posted in the Music section of naut7.com, titled Tribute to Katherine. I have also written a musical about the role of personality in prostate treatment decisions, that is available at inmyprostate.com.

Research/Clinical Interests:

Functional Anatomy in Prostate Cancer Treatment Planning

Education/Credentials:

Bachelors Degree Wayne State University 1977
Medical Degree: Wayne State University 1981
Internal Medicine: Beaumont Hospital 1984
Medical Oncology: University of Michigan 1987
Radiation Oncology University of Michigan 1990

Board Certifications & Licenses:

Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology
Radiation Oncology

Hospital Appointments

VA Medical Center (University of Michigan) 1990-92
Providence Cancer Centers 1992-present

Professional memberships

AMA
ASCO
ASTRO
ABS

Peer Reviewed Publications (Recent):

McLaughlin PW, Narayana V Progress in Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Prostate Cancer Semin Radiat Oncol 30:39−48 2019

Lee JY, Spratt DE, Liss AL, McLaughlin PW: Vessel-sparing radiation and functional anatomy-based preservation for erectile function after prostate radiotherapy. Lancet Oncol 17(5): e198-208, 2016. PM27301047

Shilkrut M, McLaughlin PW, Merrick GS, Vainshtein JM, Hamstra DA: Treatment Outcomes in Very High-risk Prostate Cancer Treated by Dose-escalated and Combined-Modality Radiation Therapy. Am J Clin Oncol 39(2): 181-8, 2016. PM24517957

Soni P, Berline A, Venkatesan A, McLaughlin P, Magnetic resonance imaging-guided functional anatomy approach to prostate brachytherapy Brachytherapy 2017 698-714

McLaughlin PW, Liss AL, Nguyen PL, Assimos DG, D'Amico AV, Gottschalk AR, Gustafson GS, Keole SR, Liauw SL, Lloyd S, Movsas B, Prestidge BR, Showalter TN, Taira AV, Vapiwala N, Davis BJ; Expert Panel on Radiation OncologyProstate. ACR Appropriateness Criteria Locally Advanced, High-Risk Prostate Cancer Am J Clin Onc 2017 Feb;40(1):1-10. doi: 10.109

Moghanaki D, Turkbey B, Vapiwala N, Ehdaie B, Frank SJ,McLaughlin PW, Harisinghani M. Advances in Prostate Cancer Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Positron Emission Tomography-Computed Tomography for Staging and Radiotherapy Treatment Planning Semin Radiat Oncol. 2017 Jan;27(1):21-33. doi: 10.1016/j.semradonc.2016.08.008. Epub 2016 Aug 31.PMID: 27986208

Zaorsky NG, Showalter TN, Ezzell GA, Nguyen PL, Assimos DG, D'Amico AV, Gottschalk AR, Gustafson GS, Keole SR, Liauw SL, Lloyd S,McLaughlin PW, Movsas B, Prestidge BR, Taira AV, Vapiwala N, Davis BJ. ACR Appropriateness Criteria for External Beam Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning for Clinically Localized Prostate Cancer, Part II of II Adv Radiat Oncol. 2017 Mar 20;2(3):437-454. doi: 10.1016/j.adro.2017.03.003. eCollection 2017 Jul-Sep.PMID: 29114613

Venkatesan AM, Stafford RJ, Duran C, Soni PD, Berlin A,McLaughlin PW.Prostate magnetic imaging for brachytherapists: Anatomy and technique 2017 Jul-Aug;16(4):679-687. doi: 10.1016/j.brachy.2016.12.013. Epub 2017 Feb 23.PMID: 28237429

Davis BJ, Taira AV, Nguyen PL, Assimos DG, D'Amico AV, Gottschalk AR, Gustafson GS, Keole SR, Liauw SL, Lloyd S,McLaughlin PW, Movsas B, Prestidge BR, Showalter TN, Vapiwala N. ACR Appropriateness Criteria: Permanent source brachytherapy for prostate cancer 2017 Mar-Apr;16(2):266-276. doi: 10.1016/j.brachy.2016.10.002. Epub 2016 Dec 7.PMID: 27964905

Abugharib AE, Dess RT, Soni PD, Narayana V, Evans C, Gaber MS, Feng FY, McLaughlin PW, Spratt DE. External Beam Radiation Therapy With or Without Low-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy: Analysis of Favorable and Unfavorable Intermediate-Risk Prostate Cancer Patients Brachytherapy. 2017 Jul-Aug;16(4):782-789. doi: 10.1016/j.brachy.2017.04.001. Epub 2017 May 9.PMID: 28499487

Resources:

Link to: Tri Map Operation

Link to Tri Map in Excel (for download)

Link to: Progress in Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Prostate Cancer

Contact Information

Patrick McLaughlin MD
Radiation Oncology, Henry Ford Providence Novi
47601 Grand River
Novi, Michigan 48374

t: 248-465-5468 | f: 248-465-5471

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Paurush Babbar, MD - 9/27/2025

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 02:04:00 GMT

Education and Background

Dr. Babbar grew up in Melbourne, Australia. He completed both his undergraduate studies and medical school education at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC in 2013.

He went on to the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH for his urology residency, which he finished in 2019. He stayed on at the Cleveland Clinic for a one-year GURS accredited fellowship in Male Genitourinary Reconstruction, Prosthetics and Men’s Health.

Certifications and Memberships

Dr. Babbar won the “Urology Fellow of the Year” award at the Cleveland Clinic during his fellowship. He is licensed to practice in the state of Ohio.

Dr. Babbar is a member of the American Urological Association and board-certified with the American Board of Urology.

Recognition

Boston Scientific, a leading national medical technology company has recognized Dr. Paurush Babbar as a Center of Excellence for its AMS 700 Inflatable Penile Prosthesis – a long-term treatment option for ED patients. The designation is bestowed on physicians based on their high degree of experience with implanting the penile prosthesis, along with a commitment to educating ED patients about treatment options.

Dr. Babbar performed over 140 prosthetic urology cases in 2023 and represents one of the highest volume implanters in the United States. He is the first urologist to receive Boston Scientific’s Center of Excellence designation in Ohio. Dr. Babbar is also on the Strategic Advisory Board for Boston Scientific and is intimately involved in shaping the future landscape of ED treatment in the United States and worldwide.

Contact Information:

Paurush Babbar, M.D.

4360 Ferguson Drive
Cincinnati, Ohio 45245
513-841-7840

Robert "Chip" Bole - 8/27/2025

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 02:25:00 GMT

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Brian Jarvis - 7/30/2025

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:06:00 GMT

Raised in an Air Force Family

USAF veteran (missile systems specialist): 1975-1979

AAS degree in General Electronics Technology

3-time graduate of Wright State University
Bachelor’s degrees in Computer Science & Environmental Science
Master’s degree in Computer Science

28 years working in the defense industry; retired in July 2010 from Northrop Grumman Corporation as an engineering and mission assurance manager
Served on the Beavercreek City Council from Feb 2009 - Dec 2017
Served as City Councilman, Vice Mayor, and Mayor
Currently, President of the Miami Valley Military Affairs Association (promoting community-military partnerships)
Outside activities include volunteering, genealogy research, exercising, (and spending time with my 3 grandchildren)
And, can’t leave out my wife who puts up with me – Connie O'Brien

My Active Surveillance Journey

Amar U. Kishan, MD - 6/25/2025

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 12:59:00 GMT

Dr. Amar U. Kishan, Associate Professor, is the Vice-Chair of Clinical and Translational Research and Chief of the Genitourinary Oncology Service for the Department of Radiation Oncology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Kishan graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Molecular and Cell Biology and Public Health. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, where he graduated magna cum laude from the joint Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology Program. During medical school, he was awarded a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Fellowship to study tumor metabolism in the laboratory. He subsequently completed his internship training at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, where he was recognized as the H.H. Jones Intern of the Year. He then completed his residency training in radiation oncology at UCLA.

Dr. Kishan specializes in the utilization of radiation to treat genitourinary malignancies (particularly cancers of the prostate and bladder). He has an extensive research background and has published over 200 manuscripts, including lead authorship publications in JAMA, Lancet Oncology, Journal of Clinical Oncology, JAMA Oncology, European Urology, Cancer Cell, and the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, and Physics. He has received extensive grant support, including funding from the Department of Defense, the Prostate Cancer Foundation, the American Society of Radiation Oncology, the Radiological Society of North America, the Radiation Oncology Institute, and the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer. He runs an active clinical and translational research program and has spearheaded multiple innovative clinical trials in radiation oncology.

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Radiation Oncology, American Board of Radiology, 2018

Residency

Radiation Oncology, UCLA Dept of Radiation Oncology, 2017

Internship

Transitional, Scripps Mercy Hospital, 2013

Degree

MD, Harvard Medical School, 2012

Contact Information:

Amar U. Kishan, MD

200 Medical Plaza Driveway Suite B265
Los Angeles, CA 90095

Phone: 310-825-9775

Rajeswara Rao Arasada, Ph. D.- 5/28/2025

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 17:19:00 GMT

Rajeswara Rao Arasada, Ph.D.

Director, GU Field Medical
US Oncology Medical Affairs
Mobile Phone: 615-686-0320
Email: Rajeswararao.Arasada@Pfizer.com

Ruben Olivares, MD - 4/30/2025

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:54:00 GMT

Dr. Ruben Olivares is an Associate Professor of Urology at the Cleveland Clinic and serves as Urologist specializes in prostate cancer and the Prostate Cancer Focal Therapy Program director at the Cleveland Clinic's Glickman Urological Institute. His expertise centers on advancing research and clinical practices in diagnosis and treatment for localized prostate cancer, with a particular focus on minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotic surgery and focal therapy. Dr. Olivares is committed to improving patient outcomes by utilizing the latest advanced treatments and actively shaping the future of prostate cancer care.

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2022

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Clinica Santa Maria
Advanced Laparoscopy and Robotics Surgery in Urology
Santiago, Chile
2005

Residency - University of Santiago of Chile
Urology
Santiago, Chile
2003

Medical Education - University of Chile
Santiago, Chile
2000

Contact Information:

Ruben Olivares, MD

Associate Professor of Urology, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
Director, Prostate Focal therapy Program
Glickman Urology department
Cleveland Clinic
9500 Euclid Ave Q10-218, Cleveland OH 44195
Office: (216) 445-0783. Fax: (216) 445-2267

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Alissa J. Wuorinen, MS, LCGC - 3/26/2025

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:27:00 GMT

Alissa Wuorinen joined TriHealth as a genetic counselor in 2023. She received her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences and Philosophy from Marquette University in 2021. Alissa graduated from the Indiana University Genetic Counseling Graduate Program in 2023 with a Master's of Science in Medical and Molecular Genetics. She is a member of the National Society of Genetic Counselors.

At TriHealth, Alissa specializes in oncology genetic counseling. She primarily sees patients at the Good Samaritan Western Ridge and Thomas Center locations.

Contact Information:

Allissa J. Wuorinen
10506 Montgomery Road
Montgomery, Ohio 45242

Abigail Moellering MDN, RD, LD - 1/29/2025

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 22:40:00 GMT

My name is Abby Moellering, and I am an outpatient oncology dietitian at the St. Elizabeth Cancer Center- Edgewood. I grew up in Cincinnati and have always been interested in nutrition to support health and wellness. I received my bachelor's from Ohio State in Health Sciences in 2020, and my master's in Dietetics and Nutrition, also at Ohio State, in 2023. I started my career as a dietitian at Encompass Health. I became a dietitian at the Cancer Center in May of 2024. My interest in oncology nutrition was sparked after seeing family members and friends go through their own cancer journey. I am very interested in how cancer can be managed, and prevented, with diet. One of my favorite sayings is "nutrition is medicine" and I love to teach others how their diet can have a huge impact on many aspects of their life!

Abby Moellering, MDN, RD, LD

Outpatient Dietitian in Oncology
St. Elizabeth Cancer Care
Office: (859) 301-4321

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Rahul N. Prasad, MD, MBA - 10/30/2024

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 19:31:00 GMT

Dr. Rahul Prasad is a Radiation Oncologist who specializes in treating prostate cancer. Dr. Prasad graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. From there, he completed his residency training at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in the Department of Radiation Oncology at The James Cancer Hospital where he was extensively involved with cancer research. He treats patients through both The Urology Group and Oncology Hematology Care Inc, a large Cincinnati-based oncology group.

Certifications and Memberships

Dr. Prasad is board-certified in therapeutic radiology. He earned the Roentgen Resident Research Award from the Radiological Society of North America.

Contact Information:

CyberKnife Suite

2000 Joseph E. Sanker Blvd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45212

513-841-7690

Benjamin J. Martin, MD - 9/25/2025

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 16:59:00 GMT

Dr. Benjamin J. Martin is an urologist in Columbus, Ohio and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including OhioHealth Grant Medical Center and Mount Carmel St. Ann's Hospital. He received his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Benjamin J. Martin has expertise in treating prostate cancer, kidney removal surgery, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Benjamin J. Martin accepts Medicare, Aetna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted.

Specialty

Urologists treat males and females with urinary tract issues and men's reproductive organs. Conditions that urologists treat include bladder or prostate cancers, kidney stones and urinary tract infections. Urologists also perform vasectomies, which prevent males from impregnating women.

Contact Information:

Benjamin J. Martin, MD

Columbus Prostate Cancer/Center/Radiation Oncology Clinic

620 B Morrison Road

Gahanna, OH 43230

Phone: (614)396-2684

PowerPointPresentation:

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Amber Michael BSN, RN - 7/31/2024

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 18:45:00 GMT

Amber Michael is a Nurse Navigator for Prostate Cancer at The Christ Hospital. If you are not familiar with what a Nusrse Navigator does the following is from the Christ Hospital website:

Cancer can be overwhelming in many ways. There is a good deal of information to understand, and questions you'll want to ask about what to expect. Over weeks and months, you'll be attending appointments and undergoing treatments with your cancer care team.

The Christ Hospital Health Network provides you with the personal support of a nurse navigator. Our nurse navigators will ensure you have confidence in your care, every step of the way.

Our nurse navigators can help you in the following ways:

Guide you through the hospital system
Help keep you organized
Ensure support for you and your family
Make your experience easier and less intimidating
Help with communication or language challenges during treatment
Explain cancer medical treatments
Help you ask questions of your care team

Contact Information:

Amber Michael, BSN, RN
Prostate Cancer Nurse Navigator, Cancer Center
The Christ Hospital Health Network
2139 Auburn Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45219
Phone: (513) 585-3138
Fax: (513) 585-0457

Email:
Amber.Michael@TheChristHospital.com

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Brian Mannion, MD - 6/26/2024

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 02:53:00 GMT

Dr. Mannion was raised in Pennsylvania, attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he majored in chemical engineering. He then continued with parallel clinical and research training at the New York University School of Medicine, simultaneously receiving an MD and a PhD.

He completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at Brigham & Women's Hospital and a fellowship in medical oncology at Dana Farber Cancer Institute both in Boston, Mass

Dr. Mannion has been practicing medical oncology full time in Cincinnati since 1997. He provides care for all types of malignancies but has a special interest in genitourinary cancers which include cancers of the prostate, bladder, testicles, and kidneys. He was one of the founders of the Prostate Cancer Collaborative at Christ Hospital, a multidisciplinary program where patients are seen simultaneously by several prostate cancer specialists to optimize their care.

Dr. Mannion also has an interest in hospital administration. He serves as the medical director of oncology services at The Christ Hospital Health Network, overseeing operations of the oncology service line. He also sits on various hospital committees at the administrative level. He sees patients at the Red Bank location in Cincinnati and at the Fort Wright location in Northern Kentucky.

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Education

New York University School of Medicine(Professional Education)

Brigham and Women's Hospital(Internship Program)

Brigham and Women's Hospital(Residency Program)

Harvard Medical School(Fellowship Program)

Specialties as they relates to Prostate Cancer

The primary job of a medical oncologist is managing cancer. Most medical oncologists think of themselves as more than just chemotherapy doctors. In fact most medical oncologists wear many hats.

During the course of your treatment, your medical oncologist needs to correctly diagnose and assess the stage of your cancer, recommend and implement a treatment plan and monitor your progress. To do these things your oncologist needs to use many skills including:

Counsellor and advisor: your oncologist should explain your diagnosis, your prognosis and your treatment options to you and your family.

Physician and carer: your oncologist will not only look after your cancer but also your needs including management of your symptoms. Often your oncologist is the person who will start palliative care, if needed.

Student and researcher: your oncologist will keep up to date with the latest treatments and will often be involved in testing them through clinical trials and medical research.

Manager: your oncologist will usually be part of a multidisciplinary team and often be the main manager of that team.

Contact Information

The Christ Hospital outpatient center 1955 Dixie Hwy, Suite G

Fort Wright, KY 41011

(859) 331-3304

Justin Cox, MD - 5/29/2024

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:55:00 GMT

Dr. Justin A. Cox is an urologist in Cincinnati, Ohio and is affiliated with Christ Hospital. He received his medical degree from University of Louisville School of Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Dr. Justin A. Cox has expertise in treating surgical removal of the bladder, kidney removal surgery, prostate cancer, among other conditions.

As an urologist, Dr. Cox specializes in the surgical and medical treatment of diseases involving the urinary system, with an emphasis in the surgical management of urologic cancers. Dr. Cox has a particular interest in performing robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgeries for urological cancers of the prostate, kidney, and bladder. He is also skilled at performing robotic-assisted surgery for reconstruction of the urinary tract.

Dr. Cox also has interests in general urology, including treatment of kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, enlarged prostates, male and female incontinence, and overactive bladder. He also performs vasectomy procedures.

Dr. Cox grew up in Florence, KY, and earned his bachelor of science in biochemistry from the College of Mt. St. Joseph in Cincinnati and his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He completed his urology training at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.

Dr. Cox is an associate member of the American Urological Association, and is licensed in Ohio and Kentucky. He has been designated as Board Eligible by the American Board of Urology.

Dr. Cox is an avid sports and music fan. His favorite teams include the Cincinnati Bengals, Cincinnati Reds, and Louisville basketball.

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Urology

Contact:
The Christ Hospital Medical Office Building

2123 Auburn Ave., Suite 441
Cincinnati, Ohio
45219
Phone: 513-721-7373
Fax: 513-711-7373

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The Christ Hospital Cancer Center

2139 Auburn Ave
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45219
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