Dr. Karamanian Introduces TULSA-Pro for Prostate Cancer Treatment
April 28, 2022
TULSA-Pro is a certified focal therapy and a minimally invasive treatment for men struggling with prostate cancer.
Prostate Cancer Info & Updates
Surgeon Champions Laser Focal Therapy Prostate Cancer Treatment
March 21, 2022
Dr. Terry Higgins, MD, FACS is a practicing board-certified plastic surgeon. He lives in Las Vegas, Nevada with his wife of 30 years and their four children. “My road to prostate cancer is kind of interesting. I had no symptomatology whatsoever at all. I’m a young man, 53, I’m active,
Who is at Risk for Prostate Cancer?
February 11, 2022
When it comes to defeating prostate cancer, know thy enemy. The quick and dirty answer to the question, “who is at risk for prostate cancer?” is this: every man on the planet. Are you a man reading this? Then you are at risk for prostate cancer. It’s the second most
Protein Plays “Active Role” in Prostate Cancer Progression
November 1, 2021
A new study may kickstart new prostate cancer therapies, especially for more aggressive forms of the disease. Prostate cancer is a leading cause of death in men worldwide. When patients stop responding to traditional therapies, they often fight an uphill battle against an aggressive form of the disease. Findings from
Prostate Cancer Blood Testing Predicts Mortality Among African American Men
October 29, 2021
African American men are 60% more likely to develop prostate cancer than Caucasian men. Now, a new study may help assess their risk. Researchers say two proteins found in the blood of African American men can predict the likelihood of dying of prostate cancer. A study measured 82 different biomarkers
New PSMA PET Aid at HALO Dx Helps Diagnose Prostate Cancer
September 22, 2021
Almost 20 years in the making, researchers say PYLARIFY® is a triumph for the field of molecular and diagnostic imaging. Another groundbreaking prostate cancer imaging tool is now available at HALO Diagnostics. The tool is an injectable contrasting agent called PYLARIFY® that targets prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA), a protein found
The Essential Prostate Cancer Risk Guide 2021
September 13, 2021
Before takeoff, flight attendants tell you to “put your oxygen mask on first” in case of an emergency. They tell you to do this so that you are able to breathe and survive while helping those around you. When it comes to prostate cancer awareness and prevention, knowledge is your
What’s the Difference Between TULSA-PRO & Laser Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer & BPH?
August 19, 2021
HALO Diagnostics is proud to now offer TULSA-PRO® as a treatment for prostate cancer and BPH. Dr. Ara Karamanian, head of HALO Dx’s Prostate Program, performs the procedure for the Prostate Laser Center, a HALO Dx company. For those with prostate cancer or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), TULSA-PRO® and Laser
My Gift to Dad This Father’s Day is For Me, Too
June 17, 2021
With Father’s Day approaching, I found myself in a bit of a melancholy state. I can’t imagine a day when I won’t be able to just pick up the phone and call my dad. I can’t imagine a day that I won’t need him, and I don’t want to. So,
The Role of the Primary Care Physician in Prostate Cancer Screening
September 28, 2020
Turning 40 years of age begets a number of rites of passage. For men of a certain age, and/or those with a history of cancer or other ailments in their family, it may be time to discuss prostate cancer screening with their primary care physician (PCP). In most cases, the
