Through a simple PSA blood test, Dr. Mark Allen, MD (972.612.8037), a urologist with North Dallas Urology Associates, was able to quickly diagnose Michael* with prostate cancer. As an active 48-year old husband, father and president of a mid-size manufacturing plant, the diagnosis came as a complete shock. With no real symptoms, Michael's prostate cancer [...]
Positive Feedback on da Vinci Robotic Surgery Dr. Mark Allen, urologist serving the communities of Plano, Frisco and Dallas, Texas, recently offered some current reviews and feedback from specialists who have performed da Vinci robotic surgery, as well as patients who have undergone the robotic prostatectomy and other da Vinci related surgeries. To read the [...]
An Overview of da Vinci Prostatectomy and Calypso Radiation Therapy As one of Plano, Frisco and Dallas, Texas area's leading providers of innovative prostate cancer treatments, including da Vinci prostatectomy and Calypso radiation therapy, Dr. Mark Allen discusses prostate cancer symptoms and treatment options. Prostate Cancer: The "Prevalent" and "Inconspicuous" Cancer Prostate cancer is the [...]
An Overview on a 3-Piece Penis Implant for Erectile Dysfunction Dr. Mark Allen, urologist serving the communities of Plano, Frisco and Dallas, Texas, utilizes the AMS medical devices to treat erectile dysfunction. The below information on the 3-piece inflatable penis implant for erectile restoration is provided courtesy of American Medical Systems. For more information on [...]
AMS Penile Implants as an Erectile Dysfunction Treatment Plano, Frisco and Dallas, Texas area urology specialist, Dr. Mark Allen uses AMS penile implants for erectile dysfunction treatment. The below information is courtesy of American Medical Systems. For more information, please visit www.americanmedicalsystems.com Penile Implants-The Satisfying Solution AMS has been a leading innovator in the field [...]
With the help of sister company North Dallas Radiation Oncology Center, Dr. Mark Allen of North Dallas Urology Associates brings a new technology to North Texas prostate cancer patients to help reduce the side effects of prostate cancer radiation therapy. According to CBS 11 News Dallas, "North Dallas Radiation Oncology, in Plano, is one of [...]
Prostate motion documented in the daily report demonstrates motion of the prostate of greater than 1cm over 6 minutes. Prostate Cancer Radiation Treatment and Organ Motion Overview If you are considering prostate cancer radiation treatment, it is important to know about organ motion. Organ motion is prevalent, variable, and unpredictable during radiation therapy. [...]
Expectations of Robotic Prostate Surgery as a Prostate Cancer Treatment If you are considering a da Vinci robotic prostate surgery as your prostate cancer treatment, here is what you can expect from initial appointment to follow-up care with Dr. Mark Allen, urology specialist serving the communities of Plano, Frisco and Dallas, Texas. 1. Initial Appointment [...]
Surgical Side Effects Cut with Robotic Surgery as a Prostate Cancer Treatment ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN, Aug. 5 2008) -- As 3D images illuminate the viewfinder, a joystick delicately maneuvers a pair of robotic arms. It may sound like a video game, but Dr. Nikhil Shah is actually performing cancer surgery. In this case, the surgeon [...]
Dr. Mark Allen Treats Numerous Urology Disorders and Offers Innovative Urological Surgery Options Dr. Mark Allen of North Dallas Urology Associates, located in the Plano, Frisco and Dallas, Texas area, has been providing urologic evaluations, treatments and surgical services in the North Texas market for over 15 years. Dr. Allen is committed to staying current [...]