A new prostate cancer diagnosis is overwhelming. Most prostate cancers are highly treatable, and the right approach depends on your tumor, your health, and your priorities. Dr. Weiner offers the full range of evidence-based options at Cedars-Sinai, with care tailored to you.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · 8635 W 3rd St, Suite 1070W, Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Most patients walk into their first cancer visit overwhelmed. WellPrept is a free tool Dr. Weiner uses to help you organize your questions, your records, and the things that matter most to you, before we sit down together. Spending 10 minutes here makes the visit work harder for you.
Dr. Weiner's practice spans every category of localized and advanced prostate cancer treatment. The plan is built around your tumor biology, your goals, and the best evidence available today.
For carefully selected men with low-risk disease, structured monitoring with PSA, MRI, and biopsy can safely defer treatment, sometimes indefinitely. Our protocol uses biomarkers and imaging to detect change early.
Minimally invasive removal of the prostate using the da Vinci surgical platform. Nerve-sparing techniques are used whenever oncologically safe to preserve continence and sexual function.
For select men with single-focus, intermediate-risk disease, high-intensity focused ultrasound treats only the cancer and spares the rest of the prostate. Dr. Weiner has published peer-reviewed research on genomic biomarkers that help identify the right candidates for focal therapy.
External beam radiation and brachytherapy are excellent options for many patients. Dr. Weiner partners closely with Cedars-Sinai radiation oncologists so you can compare options side by side.
For high-risk and locally advanced cancer, the best outcomes often combine surgery or radiation with hormonal therapy and access to clinical trials. We design these plans together with medical oncology.
Salvage surgery, advanced imaging (PSMA PET), genetic testing, and clinical-trial access for biochemical recurrence, oligometastatic, and castration-resistant disease.
Cedars-Sinai is one of the country's most active prostate cancer research centers. Below are three trials currently enrolling. If one of them looks relevant, mention it at your consultation or contact the study team directly.
Who it's for: Patients on active surveillance with a biopsy scheduled in the next 3 to 6 months.
This Phase 2 study tests whether a commonly used cholesterol-lowering medication (typically Vytorin) can help the body's own immune cells (CD8+ T cells) move into prostate tumors and attack them. Participation involves taking the medication, routine blood work, short questionnaires, and the standard-of-care biopsy you were already planning.
PI: Hyung Kim, MD · Site: Cedars-Sinai, Beverly Hills
Who it's for: Patients with confirmed prostate cancer (Gleason 7 or higher) planning a radical prostatectomy.
This Phase 2 study looks at whether eating two ounces of walnuts daily in the weeks before surgery slows prostate cancer growth. Researchers compare biopsy and surgical tissue to measure changes in the cancer cell proliferative index. The study does not change the timing or type of your surgery.
PI: Stephen Freedland, MD · NCT: NCT03824652
Ana Martin · ana.martin@cshs.org
Who it's for: Patients planning a radical prostatectomy at Cedars-Sinai.
This Phase 2/3 study tests Nizaracianine Triflutate (ZW800-1), an IV medication that makes the ureters glow under a near-infrared camera. The goal is to help surgeons see and avoid the ureters during pelvic surgery, lowering the risk of injury. All participants in the current phase receive the active medication.
NCT: NCT06101745 · Site: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Final eligibility for any trial is determined by the study team after a brief screening conversation. General clinical trials inquiries: clinicaltrials@cshs.org.
Most consultations last 45 to 60 minutes. We review your imaging, pathology, and prior testing together and discuss every reasonable option, the trade-offs, and what an evidence-based plan looks like for someone in your specific situation.
Our team gathers your records in advance and confirms your insurance. If you would like a second opinion only and do not plan to transfer your care, that is welcome.
Expect a thorough discussion of your tumor's biology and risk, the role of additional testing if any, and a side-by-side comparison of treatment options. You will not be rushed into a decision.
You receive a written summary of the discussion and recommended next steps. We coordinate any additional imaging, genetic testing, or sub-specialist visits before treatment is scheduled.
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"About a year and a half ago I was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. I had to make an important decision about surgery, and which surgeon to use. Dr. Weiner was my choice. He does a robotic 'nerve sparing' procedure that resulted in me having a very good outcome. I am very happy with the professionalism and talent of Dr. Weiner as a urologist and as a surgeon."Verified patient review · Robotic prostatectomy
"Dr. Weiner was informative, confident, patient and never condescending. He provided a sense of comfort and security before, during and after the procedure. And as I recall, he laughed at my jokes, a clear indicator of superior intelligence."Verified patient review
"My husband was seeing a urologist for a mass on his kidney. Dr. Weiner performed surgery on my husband and we can't thank him enough for his skill, professionalism, kindness and compassion. He is extremely thorough in explaining the condition and surgery. We were extremely confident we were in good hands."Verified patient review · Kidney cancer surgery
"By far the best and most caring doctor. He thrives on perfection and care for his patients. With most doctors you would be fortunate if they return your call after a week. Dr. Weiner was so caring that he would call and check up on me constantly making sure that my recovery was on track after surgery."Verified patient review · Robotic prostatectomy
"Dr. Weiner is an exceptional, compassionate and dedicated doctor who took the time to listen to my elderly mother's concerns about her surgery and put her at ease. He explained the surgery to her in great detail, and after her surgery, Dr. Weiner diligently followed up to ensure her full recovery."Verified patient review · Family member
"Dr. Weiner provided exceptional care in the whole process from beginning to end. He took the time to explain procedures, aftercare, and follow ups were constant. I had such a great experience and feel confident my life has been extended thanks to God and the great work of Cedars medical staff and of course Dr. Weiner."Verified patient review
Often, no. Many low-risk prostate cancers are best managed with active surveillance, where we monitor the cancer over time with PSA, MRI, and periodic biopsy. Treatment is added only if there is meaningful evidence of progression.
This is an individual discussion. Recovery of urinary continence and erectile function depends on your age, your baseline function, your tumor's location, and how much of the nerve tissue can be preserved. We talk through realistic expectations for your specific case before any decision is made.
Both are excellent options for localized prostate cancer with similar long-term cancer control in many cases. The right choice depends on your tumor characteristics, your other health conditions, and how you weigh the side-effect profiles. Dr. Weiner partners with radiation oncology so you can hear both sides honestly.
Plans accepted include Aetna, Aetna HMO, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross of California HMO, Blue Shield of California, Blue Shield of California HMO, Cigna, Humana, Humana HMO, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, and UnitedHealthcare HMO. Our team will verify your benefits before your visit.
Yes. Many of our patients come for a second opinion only. We provide a written summary of our recommendations that you can take back to your local team if you choose to stay with them.
Yes. Telehealth visits are available for established patients in California and for select consultations. Some pre-operative and post-operative visits can also be done virtually.
Cedars-Sinai is an active research center, and Dr. Weiner's lab partners with the broader prostate cancer trial portfolio. If a trial is a fit for your situation, we will discuss it openly.
The first conversation is the hardest. Once you have a plan, everything gets easier.