Genitourinary Cancer

Genitourinary cancers include those cancers involving the male reproductive system, as well as male or female urinary system. This may include cancers of the bladder, kidney, prostate and testes. At Scott & White, patients diagnosed with genitourinary cancers benefit from a multi-disciplinary team of cancer specialists that provide individual, personalized care to each patient.

The Genitourinary Cancer Team strives to treat each patient on a case-by-case basis, providing a team approach to treatment. The patient is one of the most important members of the Genitourinary Cancer Team when it comes to his or her own care. Together, the patient and the Team determine the best treatment plan for the patient.

How to Make Referrals
Referrals from Scott & White physicians, outside physicians and self-referrals can contact the team coordinator at 254-724-3675. Once the referred patient is registered into the Scott & White system, the team coordinator is notified for scheduling the patient for review at the Genitourinary Cancer Team.

The team coordinator will work with both the patient and the referring physician to obtain the medical documents needed for complete review at the Scott & White Genitourinary Cancer Team. Additional consults will be scheduled if needed. The Genitourinary Cancer Team strives to involve the referring physician and primary care physician as integral members of the team.

How the Genitourinary Cancer Team Works
The Genitourinary Cancer Team collaborates with the patient to ensure that each patient receives individualized care. The patient may meet with the team members involved in his or her care, including the urologist, medical oncologist, radiation oncologist, clinical oncology social worker, and financial counselor. Cancer researchers may also be involved if clinical trial participation is discussed.

The patient meets with an experienced financial counselor, which allows the patient to ask questions regarding insurance and billing. This initial meeting can help put the patient’s mind at ease as important decisions are made about treatment. The counselor is knowledgeable about the financial aspects of cancer care and is a true resource for the patient.

The patient may visit with a clinical oncology social worker who talks about a range of issues including psychological, social and practical needs. The clinical oncology social worker assesses and provides for the diverse and often complex needs of the individual patient, the family, and supporters. Information on support, education, advocacy, and problem solving is provided to the patient. A Scott & White chaplain is also available for consult if requested by the patient.

The patient is encouraged to visit the Center for Cancer Prevention and Care to explore the resources available to them. The Center partners with our cancer patients to help address the issues that may occur following a cancer diagnosis by providing resources to the patient. Educational pamphlets, books, videos, and tapes are available at the center and designated computer stations allow patients to access the internet to search cancer information. A caring staff is available to answer questions and locate information for patients. Our educators also provide information on healthy lifestyles, and general chemotherapy teaching.

Innovative Research and Technologies for GU Cancer TreatmentInnovative clinical trials are available at Scott & White for genitourinary cancers. Trials approved by the National Cancer Institute through cooperative groups are available, as well as industry-sponsored trials. The trials investigate new drugs, novel drug combinations, prevention, and new technologies. Patients interested can be screened for eligibility by the cancer researchers at Scott & White 254-724-1053.

Prostate Cancer Support Groups

Temple
The Prostate Cancer Support Group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Ronald McDonald House located at 2415 South 47th Street in Temple, Texas. For more information please contact the Center for Cancer Prevention and Care at 800-882-4366 or 254-724-1053.

Georgetown
The Prostate Cancer Support Group of Sun City/Georgetown meets on the second Thursday of each month at 3:00 p.m. at the Scott & White Georgetown Clinic, 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown, Texas. For more information please contact Mr. Rowe Mackey at 512-864-7948.

Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group – Fort Hood
The Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support Group meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Fort Hood Fisher House on the corner of Santa Fe Avenue and Wratten Avenue. For more information, please contact Edna Figueroa-Dias at 254-286-7851 or 254-288-8845.

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