Your care at Winship
Our prostate cancer program offers cutting edge treatment for prostate cancer patients in Georgia and the Southeast.
The Winship prostate cancer and genitourinary cancer teams include urologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, advanced practice nurses and social workers. They work together to provide the most appropriate individualized approach to treating prostate cancer patients.
Our collaborative approach to care offers a number of benefits to our patients, including:
- Access to nationally and internationally renowned as well as community-based experts in prostate cancer.
- Weekly review of patient cases by the full team of experts.
- Coordinated scheduling for appointments among various specialties.
- Access to support services and programs for you and your caregivers.
- Availability of new treatment options within our clinical trials program.
Meet some of the members of our multidisciplinary team of prostate cancer specialists.
Our prostate cancer program is located at Winship Cancer Institute (Clifton campus), Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.
Request an Appointment
If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, we are ready to help you. Call us at 1 (888) 946-7447 or (404) 778-1900 to request an appointment with a prostate cancer specialist. Winship experts are available to provide a second opinion.
We understand that this is a very stressful time. We welcome your questions and requests for help.
Learn what to expect on your first visit to our clinic.
Diagnosing Your Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells in the prostate gland, a walnut-sized organ found only in men.
Although the prostate is made up of several cell types, almost all prostate cancers develop in the glandular cells. Cancer of gland cells is known as adenocarcinoma.
Most men will not experience any symptoms of prostate cancer if it is caught early. However, some men do, and these symptoms may include the following:
- A need to urinate frequently, especially at night
- Difficulty starting urination or holding back urine
- Weak or interrupted flow of urine
- Painful or burning urination
- Difficulty in having an erection
- Painful ejaculation
- Blood in urine or semen
- Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs
Men who experience any of these symptoms should speak to their doctor.
These are some of the tests that may be used to confirm a diagnosis:
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Tests: a blood test is used to assess the level of PSA in the blood. A higher-than-normal level of PSA might indicate a problem with the prostate, including cancer.
Digital Rectal Exam (DRE): a physician inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into the rectum to feel for abnormalities of the prostate.
An abnormal age-adjusted prostate specific antigen (PSA) test or abnormal digital rectal (DRE) exam is an indication of prostate cancer, but does not mean cancer is present. Abnormal findings should be followed by a biopsy of the prostate cells to determine whether they are in fact cancerous.
Biopsy: a biopsy is a procedure in which a sample of tissue is taken from the prostate and then viewed under a microscope to check for abnormalities.
Prostate Health Index (phi): still being studied, phi is a new, more precise blood test that better distinguishes an aggressive cancer from a low-risk cancer.
Specialty imaging uses powerful modalities to provide for better diagnosis and treatment of various cancers. At Winship, our highly experienced radiologists offer the most advanced imaging available for all phases of prostate cancer including multiparametric (3D) prostate MRI to guide biopsies more precisely. Our radiology program is home to the only PET-MR in Georgia which combines the power of MRI and PET in one machine.
Ask your doctor if specialty imaging may benefit you.
Your Treatment Options
When it comes to choosing a treatment for prostate cancer, each patient's situation is unique.
That's why it is important to make an informed decision about the best treatment with your healthcare team.
Older patients with health problems and those with slow-growing cancers often treat prostate cancer as a chronic or long-term disease and take a disease management approach with just watchful waiting.
Sometimes combinations of therapies like radiation therapy following surgery, or external radiation following brachytherapy implants is the best way to go.
Learn how we determine a treatment plan for our patients with prostate cancer.
Surgical options:
- Radical Perineal Prostatectomy
- Robotic Prostatectomy
- Open Retropubic Prostatectomy
Radiation therapy options:
- Brachytherapy (internal radiation therapy)
- External beam radiation therapy
- Three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy
- Intensity modulated radiation therapy
- Proton beam therapy
Hormone therapy (also called androgen deprivation therapy) may be used if surgery or radiation is not an option. Chemotherapy is sometimes considered if prostate cancer has spread outside the prostate gland and hormone therapy is no longer effective.
Interventional radiology uses imaging to guide minimally invasive non-surgical procedures such as laser ablation to treat prostate cancer, or prostate artery embolization to treat benign prostate hyperplasia, a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate.
Nuclear medicine uses radiotracers or radioactive drug therapies to diagnose, evaluate, and treat various diseases including prostate cancer. Winship specialists have pioneered the use of fluciclovine in combination with PET imaging to better plan treatment decisions for patients with recurrent prostate cancer.
Clinical Trials
Through clinical trials, you may have access to treatments for prostate cancer at Winship that are not widely available. Winship specialists were the first in Georgia to use PSMA-targeted PET scans in guiding radiation therapy in clinical trials to better identify spread of disease.
Consider talking with your doctor about participating in a clinical trial at Winship.
Supportive Oncology and Urology Care
In addition to delivering the highest quality medical care, we recognize the importance of the psychological and emotional aspects of living with a cancer diagnosis and of dealing with treatment. Our supportive oncology team address these issues in a timely manner with additional support from counselors, nurse navigators, dietitians and social service professionals.
Additionally we recognize that urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction can be important factors in prostate cancer survivorship and our team of urology experts offer multiple options to help you manage these conditions. To request an appointment, contact our urology team at (404) 778-4898.
Sexual Recovery
Some men may experience sexual changes after treatment for prostate cancer. Winship experts worked with colleagues from other institutions to create an online, tailored interactive program to support men and their partners on their journey toward sexual recovery after prostate cancer treatment. Visit the Movember Foundation's Sexual Recovery Program website to learn more.
Your Treatment Team
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Blythe Argenbright LMSW
- Social Worker

Blythe Argenbright LMSW
- Ms. Argenbright works with radiation oncology patients who have received proton therapy treatment.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- Proton-SocialWork@emoryhealthcare.org
- (877) 621-1820
Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C
- Social Worker

Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C
- Ms. Arnold works with patients of all cancer types providing resource referrals and counseling services.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Wendy Baer MD
- Psychiatric Oncologist

Wendy Baer MD
- Dr. Baer helps patients and their families deal with the stress of receiving a cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment.
- Director of Psychiatric Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Tiffany Barrett MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Tiffany Barrett MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Ms. Barrett leads the nutritional services team at all Winship locations providing personalized nutrition advice to patients who are undergoing cancer treatment.
- Manager of Winship Dietitians, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- tiffany.barrett@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5646
Anna Bausum ND
- Integrative Oncology Specialist

Anna Bausum ND
- Dr. Bausum supports patients with cancer by incorporating a variety of integrative medicine tools alongside patients' conventional oncology care regimens.
- Integrative Oncology Specialist, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- integrativeoncology@emory.edu
- (404) 778-0600
Morgan Bettini MS, RD, LD, E-RYT
- Nutrition Advisor

Morgan Bettini MS, RD, LD, E-RYT
- Ms. Bettini has a passion for connecting with patients through evidence based nutrition.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- morgan.bettini@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 251-0745
Mehmet Asim Bilen MD
- Medical Oncologist

Mehmet Asim Bilen MD
- Dr. Bilen is actively involved in clinical research and patient care in the area of genitourinary cancers.
- Director, Genitourinary Medical Oncology Program, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Whitney Bond RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Whitney Bond RD, LD
- Ms. Bond offers personalized nutrition advice to optimize health throughout the stages of cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- whitney.e.bond@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Laura Brachman MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Laura Brachman MD
- Dr. Brachman provides patients with cancer with relief from their symptoms and helps improve their quality of life throughout their journey.
- Assistant Medical Director, Outpatient Palliative and Supportive Care, Emory Healthcare
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Jacqueline Brown MD
- Medical Oncologist

Jacqueline Brown MD
- Dr. Brown specializes in treating patients with genitourinary cancers.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Brendan M. Browne MD
- Urologist

Brendan M. Browne MD
- Dr. Browne's primary clinical focus is in general urology and endourology, including treatment of urologic cancers.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD
- A Registered Dietitian, Ms. Buckley provides cancer patients who are undergoing treatment at Winship Cancer Institute with personalized nutrition advice.
- Clinical Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- valeriya.buckley@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0296
Nikita Burke LCSW
- Social Worker

Nikita Burke LCSW
- Ms. Burke works with Winship's medical oncology, radiation oncology and surgical oncology teams to provide psychosocial support to patients
- Social Worker, Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Suzy Cahn MMSc, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Suzy Cahn MMSc, CGC
- Ms. Cahn provides comprehensive genetic counseling services for individuals who are at risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University and Emory Decatur Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC
- Nurse Practitioner

Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC
- Ms. Caprara serves as lead nurse practitioner and co-investigator on early drug development trials in the Phase 1 Clinical Trials Unit at Winship.
- Lead Nurse Practitioner, Phase I Unit, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Bradley C. Carthon MD, PhD
- Medical Oncologist

Bradley C. Carthon MD, PhD
- As part of the genitourinary oncology team, Dr. Carthon treats patients with prostate, bladder, and renal cancers and other genitourinary malignancies.
- Associate Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Cara B. Cimmino MD
- Urologist

Cara B. Cimmino MD
- A board certified urologist, Dr. Cimmino addresses oncofertility and erectile dysfunction symptoms in male prostate cancer patients.
- Associate Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C
- Social Worker

Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C
- Ms. Cohen works with patients treated for all types of malignancies and disorders that may need consideration for radiation treatment.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Hannah H. Collins NP
- Nurse Practitioner

Hannah H. Collins NP
- Ms. Collins is a Nurse Practitioner for the Phase I Clinical Trial Unit at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Phase I Clinical Trials Nurse Practitioner, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Erica Crawford LCSW
- Social Worker

Erica Crawford LCSW
- Ms. Crawford works with radiation oncology patients who have received proton therapy treatment.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- Proton-SocialWork@emoryhealthcare.org
- (877) 621-1820
Kimberly A. Curseen MD
- Supportive Oncologist

Kimberly A. Curseen MD
- Board certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Palliative Care, Dr. Curseen is the primary provider for the Supportive Oncology Clinic at Winship.
- Director, Palliative Medicine Program, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Amir H. Davarpanah MD
- Radiologist

Amir H. Davarpanah MD
- Dr. Davarpanah is a board certified abdominal and cardiothoracic radiologist with a focus on oncologic imaging and cardiac MRI.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- amir.davarpanah@emory.edu
- (404) 778-9729
Vishal R. Dhere MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Vishal R. Dhere MD
- Dr. Dhere practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of cancers of the breast and prostate.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2391
Frank Eady LMSW
- Social Worker

Frank Eady LMSW
- Mr. Eady assists genitourinary, gastrointestinal and surgical oncology patients.
- Social Worker, GI/GU Cancer and Surgical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Adrien Edoo MTS
- Spiritual Health Provider

Adrien Edoo MTS
- Adrien provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers.
- Spiritual Health Clinician and Fellow, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- adrien.nikki.edoo@emory.edu
- (404) 991-8429
Fabienne Ehivet MS, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Fabienne Ehivet MS, CGC
- Ms. Ehivet provides comprehensive genetic counseling for individuals and families at increased risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Tony Y. Eng MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Tony Y. Eng MD
- Dr. Eng practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of gynecologic and prostate cancers.
- Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Jatin S. Gandhi MBBS, MD
- Pathologist

Jatin S. Gandhi MBBS, MD
- A board certified pathologist, Dr. Gandhi specializes in the review of genitourinary oncologic and bone-soft tissue pathology.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- jatin.gandhi@emory.edu
- (404) 712-5227
Heather G. Gatcombe MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Heather G. Gatcombe MD
- Dr. Gatcombe practices general radiation oncology at Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 501-6925
Karen Godette MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Karen Godette MD
- Dr. Godette specializes in brachytherapy, intraoperative radiation therapy and proton therapy for breast and prostate cancers, and soft tissue sarcoma.
- Medical Director of Radiation Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2391
Jamie M. Goldman MD
- Community Oncologist

Jamie M. Goldman MD
- Dr. Goldman practices general medical oncology and hematology with a focus on treating patients with genitourinary cancer at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Mohammad Hajiha MD, FRCSC
- Urologist

Mohammad Hajiha MD, FRCSC
- Dr. Hajiha is an expert in the treatment and surgery of genitourinary cancers with a focus on prostate, kidney and bladder cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Lara Harik MD
- Pathologist

Lara Harik MD
- Dr. Harik is a board certified pathologist specializing in genitourinary cancer and thyroid cancer.
- Associate Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- lharik@emory.edu
- (404) 712-5947
Wayne B. Harris MD
- Medical Oncologist

Wayne B. Harris MD
- Dr. Harris specializes in genitourinary cancers such as bladder cancer, kidney cancer, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.
- Section Co-Chief, Hematology and Medical Oncology, Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Tara Hearn LMSW
- Social Worker

Tara Hearn LMSW
- Ms. Hearn provides clinical social work to patients at various Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University locations.
- Social Worker, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Bruce Hershatter MD, FACR
- Radiation Oncologist

Bruce Hershatter MD, FACR
- Dr. Hershatter specializes in the treatment of prostate cancer at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-7004
Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C
- Nurse Practitioner

Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C
- Ms. Hitron is a Nurse Practitioner in the Phase I Clinical Trial Unit at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Phase I Clinical Trials Nurse Practitioner, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Andrea K. Huffman PA-C
- Physician Assistant

Andrea K. Huffman PA-C
- Ms. Huffman works in the genitourinary malignancy clinic alongside Dr. Omer Kucuk.
- Lead Advanced Practitioner, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Cengiz Inal MD
- Community Oncologist

Cengiz Inal MD
- Dr. Inal treats oncology and hematology patients with a wide array of malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Muta M. Issa MD, FACS, MBA
- Urologist

Muta M. Issa MD, FACS, MBA
- Dr. Issa's clinical and research interests include urological oncology, stones, endourology, minimally invasive surgery, clinical outcomes, and healthcare economics and operational strategies.
- Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Ashesh B. Jani MD, MSEE, FASTRO
- Radiation Oncologist

Ashesh B. Jani MD, MSEE, FASTRO
- Dr. Jani specializes in the treatment of genitourinary malignancies including cancer of the prostate, bladder, kidney, testes and urethra.
- Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Tatiana Johnson MMSc, LCGC
- Genetic Counselor

Tatiana Johnson MMSc, LCGC
- Ms. Johnson provides genetic counseling for individuals and families at increased risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Shreyas S. Joshi MD, MPH
- Urologist

Shreyas S. Joshi MD, MPH
- Dr. Joshi specializes in the surgical treatment of urologic cancers primarily involving the bladder, kidney and prostate.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Allison Kamm MSN, NP
- Nurse Practitioner

Allison Kamm MSN, NP
- Ms. Kamm collaborates with physicians to care for patients undergoing treatment at Emory Proton Therapy Center.
- Nurse Practitioner, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- proton-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 251-2960
Sandra Karem LCSW
- Social Services

Sandra Karem LCSW
- Ms. Karem works with patients of all cancer types providing resource referrals and counseling services.
- Social Worker, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Rachel Keller MS, RD, CSO, LDN
- Nutrition Advisor

Rachel Keller MS, RD, CSO, LDN
- Ms. Keller offers advice and counseling to help patients optimize their health and nutrition from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- rachel.keller@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-7115
Ashish Khanna MD
- Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist

Ashish Khanna MD
- Dr. Khanna focuses on the identification and treatment of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and other issues resulting from cancer and related treatments.
- Director of Cancer Rehabilitation, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Emma Kimball LCSW
- Social Worker

Emma Kimball LCSW
- Ms. Kimball assists patients who have been treated for breast cancer, melanoma or genitourinary cancer.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Omer Kucuk MD
- Medical Oncologist

Omer Kucuk MD
- A medical oncologist with a major interest in nutrition and cancer prevention, Dr. Kucuk mainly treats patients with prostate, bladder and kidney cancer.
- Professor and Correll Chair in Genitourinary Cancer, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Susan K. Kunihiro MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Susan K. Kunihiro MD
- Dr. Kunihiro works to improve quality of life for patients with cancer, no matter the stage of illness - from initial diagnosis, during treatment, in remission or closer to end of life.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Aaron H. Lay MD
- Urologist

Aaron H. Lay MD
- Dr. Lay's clinical expertise is in the advanced minimally invasive surgical treatment of genitourinary cancer and stone disease.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Jung-hoon Lee MD
- Community Oncologist

Jung-hoon Lee MD
- Dr. Lee sees oncology and hematology patients at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and The Emory Clinic at Buford
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Melissa Lester LCSW
- Social Services

Melissa Lester LCSW
- A social worker and EFTi Tapping Trainer, Ms. Lester works with radiation oncology patients who have received proton therapy treatment.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- Proton-SocialWork@emoryhealthcare.org
- (877) 621-1820
Rupeng Li MD, PhD
- Pain Management Specialist

Rupeng Li MD, PhD
- Dr. Li works with care teams at Winship to treat chronic pain symptoms in patients with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- rupeng.li@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
C. Adam Lorentz MD
- Urologist

C. Adam Lorentz MD
- Dr. Lorentz specializes in the surgical treatment of prostate, bladder and kidney cancers.
- Medical Director, The Emory Clinic Urology, Emory University Hospital Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Praphasiri "Nuit" Luangruangrong BBA, BSN, RN, CRNI
- Nurse Navigator

Praphasiri "Nuit" Luangruangrong BBA, BSN, RN, CRNI
- Mrs. Luangruangrong works with the multidisciplinary prostate and genitourinary cancer teams at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Nurse Navigator, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Viraj Master MD, PhD, FACS
- Urologist

Viraj Master MD, PhD, FACS
- Dr. Master is a renowned national expert in the surgical treatment of kidney cancer particularly a complex variety that extends into the main blood vessels and the heart.
- Director of Integrative Oncology and Survivorship, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Meredith Maxwell MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Meredith Maxwell MD
- Dr. Maxwell collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team at Winship to help patients address symptoms and improve their quality of life during their journey with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Andrea McCarthy NP-C
- Nurse Practitioner

Andrea McCarthy NP-C
- Ms. McCarthy cares for oncology patients and their families undergoing treatment at Emory Proton Therapy Center.
- Nurse Practitioner, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- proton-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 251-2960
Akanksha Mehta MD
- Urologist

Akanksha Mehta MD
- Dr. Mehta specializes in men's health and cancer survivorship care, including the preservation and treatment of fertility and sexual function.
- Associate Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW
- Social Worker

Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW
- Ms. Miller works with the medical oncology, hematology and radiation oncology teams to provide clinical social services for patients with cancer.
- Social Worker, Outpatient Oncology, Emory Decatur Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Stephanie L. Moody LMSW
- Social Services

Stephanie L. Moody LMSW
- As a Winship at Emory Midtown care team member, Mrs. Moody provides counseling and support services for patients with cancer.
- Oncology Social Worker, Winship at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Vikram M. Narayan MD
- Urologist

Vikram M. Narayan MD
- Dr. Narayan specializes in the surgical treatment of urologic cancers and has a research focus in the management of bladder and urothelial cancers.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Bassel Nazha MD, MPH
- Medical Oncologist

Bassel Nazha MD, MPH
- Dr. Nazha specializes in the treatment of genitourinary cancers.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR
- Interventional Radiologist

Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR
- Dr. Newsome's clinical specialties include uterine fibroid embolization, ablative and catheter-directed treatments for cancer, among others.
- Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4747
Kenneth Ogan MD
- Urologist

Kenneth Ogan MD
- Dr. Ogan's expertise lies in minimally invasive therapy including laparoscopic and robotic urologic oncologic surgery.
- Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Adeboye O. Osunkoya MD
- Pathologist

Adeboye O. Osunkoya MD
- Dr. Osunkoya is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in urologic pathology.
- Professor, Departments of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, and Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- adeboye.osunkoya@emory.edu
- (404) 712-5867
Sonal Oza MD
- Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist

Sonal Oza MD
- Dr. Oza is a board-certified physician in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) with fellowship training in cancer rehabilitation medicine.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Michelle Park MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Michelle Park MD
- Dr. Park helps improve quality of life for patients with cancer at any stage of their illness by addressing symptoms and collaborating with the multidisciplinary care team at Winship.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Sandra Parker NP-C
- Nurse Practitioner

Sandra Parker NP-C
- Ms. Parker is an advanced registered nurse practitioner in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Nurse Practitioner, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- referrals@radonc.emory.org
- (678) 843-7004
Pretesh Patel MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Pretesh Patel MD
- Dr. Patel specializes in the treatment of genitourinary and gastrointestinal malignancies as well as the use of high-dose rate brachytherapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy and proton therapy.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Sagar A. Patel MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Sagar A. Patel MD
- Dr. Patel has expertise in the treatment of genitourinary cancer including prostate and bladder cancer, and specializes in brachytherapy and proton therapy.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Radiation Oncologist

Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Dr. Patel treats patients with gynecologic, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, head and neck, and thoracic malignancies, and sarcoma, and specializes in brachytherapy and stereotactic body radiotherapy.
- Medical Director, Radiation Oncology, Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
John G. Pattaras MD, FACS
- Urologist

John G. Pattaras MD, FACS
- As the Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Dr. Pattaras started the laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery program at Emory University.
- Chief of Urology, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Jamie Paysour MMSc, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Jamie Paysour MMSc, CGC
- Ms. Paysour provides genetic counseling for individuals and families who are at risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Grady Memorial Hospital, Georgia Cancer Center for Excellence
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 616-1000
Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider

Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv
- Dr. Peacock leads the Winship Spiritual Health Team in the work of offering compassionate, inclusive, supportive, evidence based care to patients, families and staff.
- Director of Spiritual Health, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- caroline.peacock@emory.edu
- (404) 778-8029
John A. Petros MD
- Urologist

John A. Petros MD
- A urologist, Dr. Petros is a specialist in the treatment of prostate cancer and kidney cancer at the Atlanta VA Medical Center.
- Professor and Associate Chair of Research, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD
- Pain Management Specialist

M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD
- A cancer pain management expert, Dr. Qadri collaborates with oncologists at Winship to treat patients with cancer suffering from chronic pain symptoms.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- yawar.qadri@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Timothy P. Quinn MD
- Urologist

Timothy P. Quinn MD
- Dr. Quinn's clinical interests include cancers of the bladder, ureters, kidney, and prostate and testes as well as general urologic diseases.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Margaret A. Riso MD
- Pain Management Specialist

Margaret A. Riso MD
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- margaret.ann.riso@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Chad W.M. Ritenour MD, FACS
- Urologist

Chad W.M. Ritenour MD, FACS
- Dr. Ritenour's clinical and research interests include erectile and ejaculatory dysfunction and prosthetic surgery.
- Professor and Vice Chair of Education and Faculty Affairs, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
Missy Roberts MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider

Missy Roberts MDiv
- Missy provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers.
- Spiritual Health Clinician and Fellow, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- melissa.roberts2@emory.edu
- (404) 778-1900
Hiromi Terawaki Rosselli MD
- Community Oncologist

Hiromi Terawaki Rosselli MD
- Dr. Rosselli specializes in diagnosing and treating a number of types of cancers with an interest in breast cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 501-7040
Greta Russler McClintock MSN, FNP-BC
- Family Nurse Practitioner

Greta Russler McClintock MSN, FNP-BC
- Ms. McClintock works with the genitourinary oncology team and sees patients with renal, prostate, and bladder cancers.
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Martin G. Sanda MD
- Urologist

Martin G. Sanda MD
- An internationally recognized prostate cancer surgeon, Dr. Sanda is an expert in robotic prostatectomy and robotic cystectomy.
- Professor and Chairman, Department of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4898
David M. Schuster MD, FACR
- Nuclear Radiologist

David M. Schuster MD, FACR
- Dr. Schuster is board certified in radiology and nuclear medicine, and specializes in molecular medicine and integrative imaging.
- Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- dschust@emory.edu
- (404) 712-4859
Nikhil T. Sebastian MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Nikhil T. Sebastian MD
- Dr. Sebastian specializes in the treatment of prostate and other genitourinary cancers, and lung cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Aarti Sekhar MD
- Radiologist

Aarti Sekhar MD
- Dr. Sekhar specializes in image-guided interventions for the treatment of gastrointestinal and genitourinary cancers.
- Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-9729
Renee Sevvy-Hasterok LMSW, OSW-C
- Patient Navigator

Renee Sevvy-Hasterok LMSW, OSW-C
- Ms. Sevy-Hasterok is a certified oncology social worker and a patient navigator assisting prostate cancer patients at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- renee.sevy@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-5665
Jamil A. Shaikh MD
- Interventional Radiologist

Jamil A. Shaikh MD
- Dr. Shaikh specializes in minimally invasive intervention for the treatment of prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and infertility.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4747
Jay Shelton MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Jay Shelton MD
- Located at the Loughlin Radiation Oncology Center at Grady, Dr. Shelton treats lung and genitourinary cancer patients.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 616-6343
Vinita Singh MD, MS
- Pain Management Specialist

Vinita Singh MD, MS
- Dr. Singh collaborates with oncologists to provide state-of-the-art therapies to cancer patients suffering from pain symptoms.
- Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- vinita.singh@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Jesse A. Soodalter MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Jesse A. Soodalter MD
- A palliative care specialist, Dr. Soodalter provides specialized outpatient medical care with a focus on relief from the symptoms and stress of cancer and other illnesses.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Christine Stanislaw MS, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Christine Stanislaw MS, CGC
- Ms. Stanislaw provides genetic counseling, including risk assessment and test coordination, for individuals concerned about the possibility of hereditary cancer susceptibility.
- Director of Genetic Counseling, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Alison Sturgill MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Alison Sturgill MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Ms. Sturgill works with patients receiving proton therapy to optimize their health and nutrition during and after treatment.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- alison.sturgill@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5646
Srinivas Sunkara MD
- Community Oncologist

Srinivas Sunkara MD
- Dr. Sunkara provides personalized care to patients with cancer at Emory Decatur Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Christine R. Tallo MMSc, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Christine R. Tallo MMSc, CGC
- Ms. Tallo provides genetic counseling for individuals and families at increased risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Anusha Vallurupalli MBBS
- Community Oncologist

Anusha Vallurupalli MBBS
- Dr. Vallurupalli practices general medical oncology and hematology with a focus on treating hematological malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC
- Spiritual Health Provider

Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC
- Raymond provides administrative leadership to the Winship Spiritual Health Team, supporting and assisting in their work of compassionate and inclusive care of patients, staff, and their loved ones.
- Process Improvement Specialist III, Senior Spiritual Health Clinician, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- raymond.walker@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Nan Xiang MD
- Pain Management Specialist

Nan Xiang MD
- Dr. Xiang specializes in managing chronic pain symptoms for patients with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- nan.xiang@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Palliative Oncologist

Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Dr. Zarrabi provides physical, emotional, and spiritual care for patients living with serious illness.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448