Genitourinary Medical Oncology Clinic

(415) 476-4616

The UCSF Genitourinary Medical Oncology Clinic is home to some of the country's leading specialists in cancers of the genital and urinary systems. We provide the full spectrum of care, including screening exams, transrectal ultrasound and biopsy, diagnostic imaging, second opinions and treatments ranging from surgery to radiation therapy.

The clinic also offers education and support groups. In addition, patients may have access to the latest experimental therapies by participating in clinical trials.

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UCSF-John Muir Health Cancer Center in Berkeley

3100 San Pablo Ave., Suite 280
Berkeley, CA 94702

UCSF – Washington Cancer Center

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Clinical trials

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Disitamab Vedotin With Pembrolizumab vs Chemotherapy in Previously Untreated Urothelial Cancer ...

The time from randomization to first documentation of disease progression per RECIST v1.1 by BICR, or to death due to any cause.

Recruiting

A Study of Disitamab Vedotin Alone or With Pembrolizumab in Urothelial Cancer That Expresses HE...

The proportion of participants with confirmed complete response (CR) or partial response (PR) according to RECIST v1.1

Recruiting

Patient Decision-making About Precision Oncology in Veterans With Advanced Prostate Cancer

The Decisional Conflict Scale measures personal perceptions of : a) uncertainty in choosing options; b) modifiable factors contributing to uncertainty such as feeling uninformed, unclear about personal values and unsupported in de...

Recruiting

Enfortumab Vedotin and Pembrolizumab Combined With Radiotherapy in Muscle Invasive Bladder Canc...

The RP2D is the last dose cohort at which no more than one instance of a dose limiting toxicity (DLT) is observed among 6 participants treated. If the maximum tolerated dose (MTD) cannot be determined due to lack of DLT during the...

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Hyperpolarized (HP) 13C Pyruvate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) for Response Monitoring to Ne...

Mean changes in intratumoral kPL from baseline to 4 weeks will be reported. For participants with >1 intraprostatic lesions detected on baseline scan, change in kPL will be calculated on using the lesion with the highest initial k...

Recruiting

Abemaciclib Before 177Lu-PSMA-617 for the Treatment of Metastatic Castrate Resistant Prostate C...

If two or more patients in a cohort experience a dose-limiting toxicity (DLT), then the maximum tolerated dose (MTD)has been exceeded. The previous dose level will be considered the MTD and the recommended phase 2 dose. Per Invest...

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) With Hyperpolarized Pyruvate (13C) as Diagnostic Tool in Advan...

The metabolic flux of kPL within the target lesion will be determined for each participant enrolled in Cohort A. Descriptive statistics will be used to summarize the kPL measurements with the mean, standard deviation, and 95% conf...

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Study of CHS-388 (Formerly Known as SRF388) in Patients With Advanced Solid Tumors

Evaluation of DLT of CHS-388 as a monotherapy.

Recruiting

Predicting Cognitive Decline From Androgen Deprivation Therapy

Proportion with cognitive decline, defined as a decrease in >=1 neurocognitive test after ADT by >=1 standard deviation (SD) compared to baseline.

Recruiting

Hyperpolarized Pyruvate (13C) MR Imaging in Monitoring Patients With Prostate Cancer on Active ...

Assessed by multi-parametric magnetic resonance imaging (mpMRI) characteristics.

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Rankings & achievements

Among the top hospitals in the nation
Best in Northern California and No. 7 in the nation for cancer care
Best in Northern California for urology
Rated high-performing hospital for colon cancer surgery
in NIH funding for urology research

Accreditations & memberships

National Cancer Institute

The National Cancer Institute has designated UCSF a comprehensive cancer center, its highest ranking. This designation is awarded to centers that demonstrate scientific excellence and the ability to conduct cancer research across many disciplines.

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Commission on Cancer

UCSF's cancer programs have been accredited by the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer (CoC) since 1933. The CoC is a consortium of groups dedicated to improving cancer patients' survival and quality of life via research, education and better medical care.

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National Comprehensive Cancer Network

UCSF is a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, an alliance of the world’s top cancer centers. The network brings together leaders in treatment and research to improve the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of cancer care.

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Support services

Support Group

Art for Recovery

Creativity can help people with serious illnesses cope, heal and express what they're going through. Find out about our program and how to join.

Fitness

Cancer Exercise Counseling

Our one-on-one exercise training sessions, customized for your needs and abilities, can complement other cancer treatments and speed your recovery.

Patient Resource

Cancer Nutrition Counseling

UCSF Health offers free nutrition counseling to our patients with cancer, as well as nutrition seminars that are open to anyone. Learn more.

Support Group

Cancer Support Groups

These groups offered by the Ida and Joseph Friend Patient and Family Cancer Support Center are free and available to all patients, whether or not you get your health care at UCSF.

Fitness

Core & More Class for Cancer Patients

A strong body helps you fight cancer and enjoy life. Join this class to stabilize your core, strengthen your muscles and improve overall fitness. For cancer patients and caregivers!

Patient Resource

Friend to Friend Specialty Shops

A one-stop boutique for patients with cancer. Get professional help with wigs, prostheses, sun-protective clothing, makeup, skin care and more.

Class

Meditation & Guided Imagery for Cancer Patients

Drop in for a free class designed to help you heal, relax and find balance during your treatment. UCSF and non-UCSF patients are welcome.

Patient Resource

Oncology Social Work

Social workers offer support, problem-solving, help accessing UCSF cancer-related resources and more. Find out how to contact the social worker for your clinic.

Patient Resource

Patient & Family Cancer Support Center

The center offers wellness programming, community, support groups, classes, workshops and more at no cost to people facing cancer and their loved ones.

Support Group

Peer Support Programs for Cancer

Patients are matched with peer support volunteers according to criteria such as diagnosis, cancer stage, age or gender. Speak to someone who's "been there."

Plan your visit

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Preparing for your appointment

What to Bring

Recent radiology reports and images including X-ray, MRI and ultrasound films or CDs that relate to your condition
Pathology reports of any biopsies or tests. Please bring glass pathology slides from the lab or office where the test was performed.
Copies of all records relevant to your condition, including your last laboratory report and the most recent report or dictation from the doctor who referred you to UCSF. These items may include records from your primary care physician, oncologist or surgeon.
Copies of your insurance cards
A list of all your doctors, including their mailing addresses, telephone numbers and fax numbers

International Services

If you live outside the United States and are coming to UCSF for medical treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.

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Interpreting Services

UCSF offers interpreters in various languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), as well as services for deaf, hard-of-hearing and visually impaired patients.

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Hospital Stays

Make your hospital stay as smooth and comfortable as possible by finding out how to prepare and what to expect.

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Your Doctor Visit

See our top 10 tips for making your UCSF doctor’s appointment as stress-free and productive as possible.

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