Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The 3rd of 4 in our Prostate Cancer Conversation series in partnership with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. In this discussion, Dr. Ewan Cobran discusses treatment for Prostate Cancer and Prostate cancer survivors shares their experiences.
What happens after a prostate cancer diagnosis, and how do patients decide which treatment is right for them?
In this Mayo Clinic Cancer Conversations event, prostate cancer expert Ewan Cobran, Ph.D., explains the stages of prostate cancer and reviews common treatment approaches, including active surveillance, surgery, radiation therapy and hormone therapy. He also discusses why early detection and open conversations with a healthcare professional are so important.
Prostate cancer survivors Nate Carrington and the Rev. Dr. Sidney Crudup share their personal experiences with rising PSA levels, biopsies, robotic surgery, recovery and life after treatment. Their honest stories highlight the importance of family support, asking questions and becoming an active participant in your healthcare.
The conversation also covers:
• How prostate cancer stages affect treatment decisions
• What active surveillance means
• Robotic prostate surgery and recovery
• Radiation and hormone therapy
• Possible treatment side effects
• Prostate cancer risks for Black men
• Questions to discuss with your healthcare team
• Support, research and community engagement opportunities
This program is presented through a collaboration between Mayo Clinic’s Community Outreach and Engagement team and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
This video is intended for educational purposes and does not replace medical advice. Talk with your healthcare professional about screening, symptoms and treatment options that may be appropriate for you.0:00 Welcome and Cancer Conversation Overview
1:39 Program Goals and Audience Pre-Survey
6:10 Meet Prostate Cancer Expert Ewan Cobran
8:12 Prostate Cancer Stages and Early Detection
10:50 Treatment Options and Active Surveillance
12:08 Prostate Cancer Surgery and Robotic Procedures
13:52 Radiation and Hormone Therapy Explained
17:02 Nate Carrington Shares His Cancer Journey
25:20 Sidney Crudup Shares His Survivor Experience
32:11 Key Lessons From Survivor Stories
34:21 Advances in Prostate Cancer Treatment
37:25 Survivor Questions and Lifestyle Changes
45:23 Active Surveillance and Prostate Cancer Risk
49:44 Community Research and Engagement Opportunities
56:38 Friend-to-Friend Prostate Cancer Support Program
1:02:04 Upcoming Cancer Education Events
1:05:35 Vitamin D Prostate Cancer Research Study
1:08:56 Closing Remarks and Staying Connected
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The 3rd of 4 in our Prostate Cancer Conversation series in partnership with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. In this discussion, Dr. Ewan Cobran discusses treatment for Prostate Cancer and Prostate cancer survivors shares their experiences.
What happens after a prostate cancer diagnosis, and how do patients decide which treatment is right for them?
In this Mayo Clinic Cancer Conversations event, prostate cancer expert Ewan Cobran, Ph.D., explains the stages of prostate cancer and reviews common treatment approaches, including active surveillance, surgery, radiation therapy and hormone therapy. He also discusses why early detection and open conversations with a healthcare professional are so important.
Prostate cancer survivors Nate Carrington and the Rev. Dr. Sidney Crudup share their personal experiences with rising PSA levels, biopsies, robotic surgery, recovery and life after treatment. Their honest stories highlight the importance of family support, asking questions and becoming an active participant in your healthcare.
The conversation also covers:
• How prostate cancer stages affect treatment decisions
• What active surveillance means
• Robotic prostate surgery and recovery
• Radiation and hormone therapy
• Possible treatment side effects
• Prostate cancer risks for Black men
• Questions to discuss with your healthcare team
• Support, research and community engagement opportunities
This program is presented through a collaboration between Mayo Clinic’s Community Outreach and Engagement team and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
This video is intended for educational purposes and does not replace medical advice. Talk with your healthcare professional about screening, symptoms and treatment options that may be appropriate for you.0:00 Welcome and Cancer Conversation Overview
1:39 Program Goals and Audience Pre-Survey
6:10 Meet Prostate Cancer Expert Ewan Cobran
8:12 Prostate Cancer Stages and Early Detection
10:50 Treatment Options and Active Surveillance
12:08 Prostate Cancer Surgery and Robotic Procedures
13:52 Radiation and Hormone Therapy Explained
17:02 Nate Carrington Shares His Cancer Journey
25:20 Sidney Crudup Shares His Survivor Experience
32:11 Key Lessons From Survivor Stories
34:21 Advances in Prostate Cancer Treatment
37:25 Survivor Questions and Lifestyle Changes
45:23 Active Surveillance and Prostate Cancer Risk
49:44 Community Research and Engagement Opportunities
56:38 Friend-to-Friend Prostate Cancer Support Program
1:02:04 Upcoming Cancer Education Events
1:05:35 Vitamin D Prostate Cancer Research Study
1:08:56 Closing Remarks and Staying Connected
From Mayo Clinic to your inbox (free):
mayocl.in/3e71zfi
Visit Mayo Clinic:
mayocl.in/2COVmlm
Connect with Mayo Clinic:
Facebook: facebook.com/mayoclinic
Instagram: instagram.com/mayoclinic
X: https://x.com/MayoClinic
Threads: threads.net/@mayoclinic
