Peter F. Orio III, DO, MS, presented “Update on the State of the Art Radiation Treatments for Prostate Cancer” during the 24th Future Directions in Urology Symposium in August 2024 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
How to cite: Orio III, Peter F. “Update on the State of the Art Radiation Treatments for Prostate Cancer.” August 2024. Accessed Dec 2024. https://grandroundsinurology.com/update-on-the-state-of-the-art-radiation-treatments-for-prostate-cancer/
Update on the State of the Art Radiation Treatments for Prostate Cancer – Summary
Peter F. Orio III, DO, MS, discusses radiation oncology for localized prostate cancer. He focuses on a range of advanced techniques aimed at delivering high-dose radiation to the tumor while minimizing toxicity to surrounding tissues. Key modalities include Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), and adaptive radiation therapy, each providing distinct advantages in precision and dose management.
Dr. Orio discusses emerging technologies like MR-guided linear accelerators (MR-Linacs), and controversial options like proton therapy and prostate brachytherapy. He also addresses evolving advanced radiation techniques, with artificial intelligence growing in treatment planning and execution.
Despite these advances, ongoing research is necessary to validate the clinical benefits of these technologies and ensure they effectively reduce toxicity and improve patient outcomes. The overarching goal remains to provide personalized, precision radiation therapy that maximizes tumor control while minimizing harm to patients.
The Future Directions in Urology Symposium (FDUS) is an annual urology think tank and non-CME educational summit that brings together industry figures and experts to discuss the current state of genitourinary care and define future directions in treatment. Dr. Dreicer delivered this educational activity during the 24th iteration of the meeting in August 2024 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Peter F. Orio III, DO, MS, is Vice Chair of Network Operations for the Dana Farber Brigham Cancer Centers in Boston, Massachusetts. He also serves as the Director of Prostate Brachytherapy for the Dana Farber Brigham Cancer Centers and is an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Orio earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology/Psychology from the College of the Holy Cross, his Master’s of Science in Public Health from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at the University of Washington Medical Center. Dr. Orio served in the US Army as Assistant Chief of Radiation Oncology at Brooke Army Medical Center, where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Dr. Orio is active in the American Brachytherapy Society (ABS) and the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), focusing his efforts on the advancement of brachytherapy for prostate cancer and the socioeconomics of medicine.
