Ep. 22 – One Man’s Journey Ep. 3 – Radical Prostatectomy: Immediate Impact
In this third episode, Michael A. DiSpezio addresses the concept of quality of life and how one’s choice of treatment impacts the future. He profiles his own challenges with post-operative side effects including urinary incontinence, bowel issues, erectile dysfunction and the emotional turmoil associated with treatments. He addresses the surgical pathology report and how the results are interpreted in terms of cancer’s spread and if indicated, further treatment. He concludes this segment addressing challenges in depression and his return to a normal life.
Podcast Contributors
Michael A. DiSpezio
Prostate Cancer Survivor
Michael Anthony DiSpezio is an author, TV host, and international speaker. With a master’s degree in biology and doctorate in education, he is well known for his skill sets in demystifying complex scientific concepts. Michael's credits include co-authoring over fifty K-12 science textbooks along with writing dozens of trade books on topics that range from dinosaurs to Mensa puzzles. In addition, he has hosted numerous National Geographic broadcasts and ushered the Discovery Channel to their first Emmy Award nomination based on his landmark work in HIV education.
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