Dr. E. David Crawford interviews Dr. Neil Baum about his newly released book, Prostate Cancer: Expert Advice for Helping Your Loved One.
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Interview of Dr. Neil H. Baum, MD on Prostate Cancer: Expert Advice for Helping Your Loved One – Summary
Dr. E. David Crawford, the Jack A. Vickers Director of Prostate Research and Professor of Urology at the University of California, San Diego, interviews Neil H. Baum, MD, Clinical Professor of Urology at Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, Louisiana, about his newly released book, Prostate Cancer: Expert Advice for Helping Your Loved One, co-authored with Dr. Mobley and Dr. Garrett Key. In this 6-minute presentation, Dr. Baum explains that many partners feel uninformed and anxious when a diagnosis is made, as patients often return home unable to explain their condition or treatment plan. This communication gap can heighten emotional distress and strain relationships. The book aims to empower both patients and their partners by providing clear, accessible information free of medical jargon.
Each chapter of the book begins with a relatable vignette and covers key prostate cancer topics, such as treatment decisions between active surveillance and surgery, side effect management, and end-of-life planning. Importantly, the book includes guided questions for discussion with healthcare providers, encouraging shared decision-making. Mental health support is also addressed through contributions from Dr. Key, who offers insight into the psychological impact of a prostate cancer diagnosis. Dr. Baum emphasizes that the book is intended to be read by patients and their partners to facilitate mutual understanding and reduce caregiver burnout, which is a frequently neglected topic, he notes.
Dr. Crawford praises the book’s clarity and relevance, highlighting its usefulness for patients and caregivers alike. With the rapidly evolving landscape of prostate cancer diagnostics and therapies, Dr. Baum shares that a revised edition is being planned with Johns Hopkins Press. He also announces his new role as host of the UroLegends interview series for Grand Rounds in Urology, where he will feature influential figures and rising stars in urology. The book is available on Amazon and has received strong positive feedback from both patients and providers.
