In this special Legends in Urology episode, guest host Dr. Niraj Badhiwala sits down with world-renowned urologist Dr. Gerald Andriole to discuss the past, present, and future of prostate cancer management. Dr. Andriole reflects on his early life in Northeastern Pennsylvania, his accelerated medical training at Penn State and Jefferson Medical College, and the formative experiences that drew him to urology.
He recounts his pioneering work in prostate cancer screening, including the development and interpretation of landmark studies such as the PLCO Cancer Screening Trial. The conversation explores how screening approaches, biomarkers, and diagnostic techniques have evolved over the decades—shaped by scientific progress, public health debates, and technological innovation. Dr. Andriole also discusses modern treatment strategies and emerging therapeutic avenues, offering guidance for the next generation of clinicians navigating a rapidly advancing field.
Contributors:
Dr. Gerald Andriole is a urologist and Chief Medical Officer of Prostatype Genomics AB in St. Louis, Missouri.
Dr. Niraj Badhiwala is a urologist at Texas Urology Specialists in Arlington, Texas.
