Surgery vs. Radiation: What’s the Truth? with Dr Michael Zelefsky | Dr. Geo Insights

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Choosing between surgery and radiation for prostate cancer can be overwhelming. In this Insight Clip from the Dr. Geo Prostate Podcast, Dr. Michael Zelefsky, Professor of Radiation Oncology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, shares what every patient should know before deciding on treatment. ⏱️ CHAPTERS [00:00] How patients can make informed decisions after diagnosis [00:40] Why more information sometimes means more confusion [01:10] Key tests: imaging, biopsy, genetics, PSA, and tumor biology [01:45] Considering comorbidities and urinary symptoms before treatment [02:30] When radiation may not be ideal — and why prostate size matters [03:00] Hormone therapy (ADT): benefits, side effects, and decision factors [03:40] The ProtecT Trial — surgery vs. radiation survival outcomes [04:15] Balancing medical facts with emotional and psychological readiness [05:10] Why patient values and lifestyle goals matter in treatment choice [06:00] How real conversations with your doctor beat any online app or AI tool [07:00] The future: shorter ADT durations and focal therapy advances [08:00] Dr. Zelefsky’s advice: don’t be overwhelmed — today’s treatments work [09:00] Why both surgery and radiation offer excellent outcomes in 2025 🎥 Click “Full Episode 159” on our channel or visit the Dr. Geo Prostate Podcast page. https://youtu.be/PMOZRC8vvE0?si=JZhtw00zuwvL71nt 🙌 We’re honored to be part of your prostate health journey. Subscribe, like, and tap the bell 🔔 to stay updated on upcoming clips and expert insights to help you live better and stronger. 🌱 Partner Offers ProLon 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet → https://bit.ly/3TVehAxAG1 by Athletic Greens → https://bit.ly/3mA2tVV 💪 Exclusive Membership Unlock curated transcripts, detailed show notes, expert resources, and perks.Join here → https://drgeo.com/membership 📌 Follow and Connect 📺 YouTube → Dr. Geo Prostate Podcast — / @drgeoprostatepodcast 🎧 All Episodes → https://dr-geo-prostate-podcast.captivate.fm/ 📸 Instagram → https://bit.ly/DRGEO-INSTA-YT 📘 Facebook → https://bit.ly/POD-FB-DrGeo 💼 LinkedIn → https://bit.ly/DRGEO-LINKEDIN-YT 🛒 Supplements → XY Wellness https://bit.ly/3uJPC7Z | Mr. Happy https://bit.ly/3TE7tWE 🌐 DrGeo.com Website → https://bit.ly/43khht0 📣 Hashtags #DrGeoProstatePodcast #ProstateCancer #ProstateHealth #MensHealth #IntegrativeUrology #ProstateCancerTreatment #DrGeoProstatePodcast #SBRT #RadiationTherapy #HormoneTherapy #ADT #PrecisionRadiation #ProstateCancerAwareness #CancerEducation #MensHealthMatters ⚠️ Disclaimer This video is for educational purposes only and not medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider. Geovanni Espinosa, N.D., assumes no liability for outcomes based on this content.