February 7, 2024 -

 

October 7, 2022 - Dr. DiGiorgio, MD - Dr DiGiorgio gave an excellent presentation on ED and ways to treat. Rarely do we find in medicine a treatment that is 98% effective, but Dr. DiGiorgio can do it. He also discussed incontinence and how it can be successfully treated. One of the great benefits of having a personal guest speaker come to us is that our questions can be answered in a private confidential setting. Another great benefit is a way to navigate through the call/appointment center at Cleveland Clinic which has become difficult to say the least. When doctors come to us to speak, they usually provide a means for our members to gain access to them much easier and much quicker. Call me, Dave Shore (772-708-6696) if you want to get an appointment with Dr. DiGiorgio.

February 6, 2020 - Dr. Antonio Beltran, MD - Dr. Beltran will discuss the use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments. Hyperbaric Oxygen treatments have been shown to be very effective in helping heal damage done by radiation treatments. 
Dr Beltran will also spend extra time at our meeting to answer any questions you may have PC diagnosis and treatment.  

October 2, 2018 - Bonnie Gulko - Oncology Dietician (Bonnie had to cancel - will try to reschedule)

August 2, 2018 - Dr. Ricky Siegel, PhD Sexology, LMHC, AASSECT Certified Sex Therapist

July 5, 2018 - Erica Gold will discuss Pelvic Floor PT to help with incontinence. This a new specialized field.  

February 1, 2018 - Dr. Michael Lustgarten, MD - Surgical treatments for Prostate Cancer

July 9, 2017 - Dr. Antonio Beltran, MD - Discussed incontinence issues and surgical procedures.

October 6, 2016 - Dr. Seeger, MD will discuss treatments for ED including the use of testosterone. Testosterone use has been one of our most requested subjects.

June 2, 2016 - Dr. Antonio J. Beltran, MD Martin County urologist who will discuss surgical options for PC.

January 7, 2016 - Bonnie Gulko, oncology dietician. Bonnie spoke on how important diet can be for the cancer patient.

July 2, 2015 - Dr. Michael Lustgarten, MD Martin County urologist. Dr. Lustgarten spoke on the use of mesh/slings for incontinence after prostate surgery.

March 5, 2015 - Dr. Stuart Shipe, DOM, PA. Dr. Shipe will speak on the benefits of traditional Chinese healing. Acupuncture will also be discussed in detail.

June 4, 2014 - Crystal Stokes, acupuncturist. Crystal will discuss how acupuncture can relieve many of the symptoms associated with cancer.

May 1, 2014 - Dr. Abesada, MD  is board certified in medical oncology. Dr. Abesada will discuss the medical treatment of prostate cancer. (Chemotherapy)

September 5, 2013 - Dr. Steven Lofton, MD  Dr. Lofton is a pathologist at Martin Hospital. He will explain to our group in detail, everything you ever wanted to know about the pathology of prostate cancer. He is also very knowledgeable on the different approaches to prostate cancer treatments.
 
April 4, 2013 - Our guest speaker was urologist, Dr. Michael Lustgarten, MD. Dr. Lustgarten discussed in detail the various surgical treatments for prostate cancer. Members of the group were able to ask questions pertaining to their personal issues which was not only helpful to the member asking the question, but to the entire group.

 

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Patient and Family Support Group Preamble 

This support group meeting is a place of refuge for those affected by cancer. To preserve the safe space that our meetings provide, we remember that each one of us is on a journey all our own, and we honor the decisions of others as being exactly right for them. We also afford all members the opportunity to finish the thoughts they choose to share. We ask members not to cross talk which includes several people talking at once or engaging in conversations back and forth between two people, thus not giving the broader group an opportunity to share. This mutual respect is central to the support and strength that our meetings are meant to provide. We also ask that you respect the anonymity and confidentiality of each member. What you hear here, and whom you see here, let it stay here.

 

Notices

Friday October 21, 2022.  I spoke to Dr. Seeger's office today and it looks like he will be able to give a presentation on the use of Testosterone in prostate cancer patients either in December or January. I will keep you posted.. This has become one of the most interesting developments in the use of this hormone in many years. You don't want to miss this one guys.

Wednesday, October 12, 2022.  Finally back updating our website. COVID did a real number on our group. At first we had to shut down our meetings as in person meetings were strongly discouraged in Florida and prohibited in many other states. I did find a temporary solution by having our meetings at Indian River Park which was actually pretty successful to my surprise. Some of our group liked meeting at the park so it was a success. However. most of our members prefer evening meetings and we are back at Molly's House. Once again I have to express our thanks and gratitude to Molly's house for letting us meet there. We couldn't be the success we are with their support. Also, Martin / Cleveland Clinic for their support for our group. I have been busy arranging for speaker to come to our group and last month we were very fortunate to have Dr. DiGiorgio speak to our group. If you missed his presentation you missed a great opportunity to learn and profit from his knowledge. I am currently trying to arrange to have Dr. Seeger come to a future meeting. for those of you that missed Dr. Seeger's presentation on testosterone a few years ago you will get another chance. As   most of you are aware, testosterone has become a very hot topic with interesting changes on how the medical establishment is reviewing the data. I won't spoil the presentation but I know EVERY one in our group will find the subject interesting especially those of you that have not keep up to date on the subject.

On another note, UsToo has now combined resources with ZeroCancer.org.  (ZeroCancer.org)
Take a look at the website. UsToo has not been forgotten, but is now the support portion of the larger organization.

Wednesday, November 28, 2018.  Today, Cleveland Clinic announced a new regional leadership structure in Florida, anticipated to begin in January 2019. This new leadership team will provide oversight for its current Florida hospital in Weston and its facilities including Coral Springs Family Health Center, Palm Beach Gardens, Parkland, West Palm Beach, and Wellington and pending regulatory review and approval, Martin Health System and Indian River Medical Center.
The regulatory review process overseeing the addition of Martin Health System and Indian River Medical Center to Cleveland Clinic is expected to be completed in January 2019.

“As we continue to extend our presence in Florida, this new structure will further Cleveland Clinic’s mission and allow us to stay true to improving the lives of as many patients as possible,” said Cleveland Clinic CEO and President Tom Mihaljevic, M.D. “Working as a team, our caregivers place the patient at the center of everything we do. ‘Patients First’ is not just a motto; it’s a commitment to providing exceptional care in an exceptional way to every patient.”

Martin Health Systems and Cleveland Clinic will continue to support our Prostate Cancer Support Group.

On November 28th, 2017 our support group, The Prostate Support Group of the Treasure Coast became affiliated with Us TOO International. We are proud to be part of the Us TOO organization which has extended many benefits to our group. The monthly newsletter along with access to the Us TOO website has provided our group with invaluable support on the many issues facing our members.

As of August 31, 2013, the American Cancer Society (ACS) dropped sponsorship of all Man to Man support groups in the US.  No reason was given.
The name of our support group will change to the "Prostate Support Group of the Treasure Coast" and we will continue to provide support, education and encouragement to all men as we have done in the past.
All are welcome. Our goal is to reach and provide support to all men and their caregivers who are concerned about their prostate health who are looking for information, or those diagnosed with prostate cancer needing support. Our members are willing to share their experiences, or to help those seeking information on treatment options.  Each person makes their own decisions based on personal experiences and needs.  We are here to support your decisions, answer your questions and provide information. We extend a hand of friendship to those that could benefit from our experiences and welcome you to join us. If you would like to be on our e-mail or mailing list, please submit your contact information, including e-mail address, to David Shore - bd-shore@comcast.net  Your name and contact information will be held in the strictest confidence and is never shared. 

If you would like more information about our group, you may contact me at:

B. David Shore 
(772) 708-6696
bd-shore@comcast.net

 

* Note:
We receive a tremendous amount of support from the organizations listed below. Support & donations to these organizations are encouraged.

Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center*
501 East Osceola St.
Stuart, FL 34994
772.288.5858
www.martunhealth.org

Martin Health Systems*
Martin Health System
200 SE Hospital Ave,
Stuart, FL 34995
772.287.5200
www.martinhealth.org

Us Too International*
2720 S. River Road
Suite 112
Des Plaines, IL 60018
800.808.7866
www.ustoo.org

Molly's House*
430 E. Osceola Street
Stuart, FL 34994
772.223.6659
www.mollyshouse.org