EXPERT
Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar, MD
Radiation Oncologist
Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar is the founder of the newly formed Prostate Cancer Institute of Arizona (PCIA) as the only practice of its kind in the state of Arizona focusing exclusively on low dose rate prostate brachytherapy in the treatment of prostate cancer. With superior precision, Radiation Oncologist Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar performs the approximate one-hour procedure in surgery centers in Phoenix and offers virtual consultations to anyone interested in the treatment nationwide.
Practicing evidence-based medicine, Dr. Bhatnagar treats prostate cancer by implanting seeds in the prostate gland to kill cancer at its source while minimizing damage to the nearby healthy tissue. The procedure (also known as radioactive seed therapy) yields high cure rates with minimal side effects and has been shown to have the best rates of erectile function preservation.
Born in London, England, Dr. Bhatnagar received his BS in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating magna cum laude. He received his MD and MBA from the University of Pittsburgh as well as postgraduate medical training in Radiation Oncology. He has been in clinical practice for more than 20 years, performing prostate brachytherapy at his private practice in Casa Grande since 2007. He currently serves on the board of the Arizona Medical Association and was previously the president of the Arizona Radiology Society.
He is a consultant to the Arizona Medical Board and an active member of the American Brachytherapy Society. Through partnerships with urologists in Phoenix, Dr. Bhatnagar founded PCIA to take a multi-disciplinary team approach in driving radical change in the treatment of prostate cancer. By using the most advanced techniques in prostate cancer brachytherapy, while providing compassionate patient care, Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar delivers superior patient outcomes.
Practicing evidence-based medicine, Dr. Bhatnagar treats prostate cancer by implanting seeds in the prostate gland to kill cancer at its source while minimizing damage to the nearby healthy tissue. The procedure (also known as radioactive seed therapy) yields high cure rates with minimal side effects and has been shown to have the best rates of erectile function preservation.
Born in London, England, Dr. Bhatnagar received his BS in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating magna cum laude. He received his MD and MBA from the University of Pittsburgh as well as postgraduate medical training in Radiation Oncology. He has been in clinical practice for more than 20 years, performing prostate brachytherapy at his private practice in Casa Grande since 2007. He currently serves on the board of the Arizona Medical Association and was previously the president of the Arizona Radiology Society.
He is a consultant to the Arizona Medical Board and an active member of the American Brachytherapy Society. Through partnerships with urologists in Phoenix, Dr. Bhatnagar founded PCIA to take a multi-disciplinary team approach in driving radical change in the treatment of prostate cancer. By using the most advanced techniques in prostate cancer brachytherapy, while providing compassionate patient care, Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar delivers superior patient outcomes.
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Experience
Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar, MD
- Chandler, ARIZONA
- University of Pittsburgh
- Accepting new patients
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Is prostate cancer treatment done under anesthesia?
It depends on the specific treatment such as removal of prostate is typically done under general anesthesia. Prostate seed implant is also done under general anesthesia but can READ MORE
It depends on the specific treatment such as removal of prostate is typically done under general anesthesia. Prostate seed implant is also done under general anesthesia but can also be done under local anesthesia.
How long do you have fatigue after radiotherapy?
Fatigue from radiotherapy can often last for a month after completing radiation therapy,
Can you fly after radiotherapy?
Yes, you should be able to fly.
Can radiotherapy cure prostate cancer?
Yes, radiotherapy has an excellent chance of curing men with localized prostate cancer.
How long after radiotherapy can you drink alcohol?
It depends to what body site is receiving radiation therapy. If you are having radiation therapy to your pelvis, then alcohol can worsen your side effects so I would recommend READ MORE
It depends to what body site is receiving radiation therapy. If you are having radiation therapy to your pelvis, then alcohol can worsen your side effects so I would recommend holding off on alcohol till at least a month after completion of your radiation therapy.
What is the success rate of radiation therapy?
It depends on what is being treated. For example, radiation therapy has a very high success rate (over 90%) for those with early stage localized prostate cancer.
Is radiation therapy for breast cancer painful?
Radiation therapy to the breast can cause skin irritation and possibly skin break down which can be painful.
Prostate radiation psa?
The PSA response following radiation therapy can take awhile. It can take 12-18 months for PSA to reach its nadir (lowest value).
How do you prevent hair loss during radiation treatments?
Radiation therapy to the breast should not cause hair loss on your head.
