Prostate, Renal, Bladder and Testicular Cancers Team

At UNM Cancer Center, our Genitourinary Cancers Multidisciplinary Team has the expertise to treat cancers of all the organs of the genitourinary system. These include cancers of the prostate, bladder, kidneys, testis, penis, and adrenal glands. Comprising medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists, our team offers the latest, most advanced treatments, including novel immunotherapies, targeted therapies, and personalized cancer therapy.

The order in which you get your care can make a great difference in your cancer outcome. So, our team works closely with other teams, including cancer genetic counselors and cancer nutritionists, to create the best plan for you. Our team also conducts groundbreaking research to learn better ways to treat these cancers.

“The idea is to stimulate an immune response to the cancer. By using the body’s immune response to viruses, we incidentally create an immune response to the cancer.”

— Thomas Schroeder, MD
On a phase 3 clinical trial that tests a combination of immune therapy plus radiation therapy for prostate cancer.

2,290
estimated new cases of kidney and renal pelvis, prostate, testicular and urinary bladder cancers in New Mexico for 2021
Source: American Cancer Society

Meet the Team

Many experts collaborate to offer you the best care and treatment.

What Each Team Member Offers

Medical Oncologists

Medical Oncologists treat some of the most complex cancers using chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy, and manage clinical trials in these areas.

Urological Surgical Oncologists

At UNM Cancer Center, our urolgocial surgical oncologists performs minimally-invasive robotic surgery for quickest and easiest recovery. They also perform complex abdominal and pelvic surgeries.

Radiation Oncologists

Radiation Oncologists offer stereotactic body radiation, stereotactic surgery, intensity modulated radiation therapy and permanent seed prostate brachytherapy. They manage radiation oncology clinical trials as well.

Nurse Navigators

Nurse navigators guide you in your treatment and serve as your regular point of contact.

Oncology Pharmacists

Oncology pharmacists help the team choose the best treatment option for each patient. They answer drug-related questions and teach patients about their therapy.

Advanced Practice Providers

Advanced Practice Providers may perform certain medical procedures and may give medications or injections under the guidance of a physician. They may also take medical histories or perform medical exams.