As one of the world’s leading health care systems, Johns Hopkins Medicine in the U.S. is at the forefront of prostate cancer research and treatment. We offer:
- World-renowned experts in urology, medical oncology, radiation oncology and imaging
- Advanced options for localized and advanced prostate cancer
- The latest minimally invasive, image-guided and targeted therapies
Why choose Johns Hopkins Medicine in the U.S. for your prostate cancer care?
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Through our Precision Medicine Center of Excellence for Prostate Cancer, specialists across urology, medical and radiation oncology, radiology, pathology and supportive care collaborate to build a personalized plan designed for you.
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The Johns Hopkins Brady Urological Institute — the first urologic hospital in the U.S. — is home to internationally recognized experts. Our experienced physician-scientists advance prostate cancer research and translate insights into better patient care and outcomes.
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We offer robot-assisted, nerve-sparing prostatectomy; highly targeted radiation (IMRT, SBRT, brachytherapy) and proton therapy for select cases; plus systemic options such as androgen-deprivation (hormonal) therapy and chemotherapy — designed to treat cancer while helping spare healthy surrounding tissue.
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The Surgical Learning and Education (SLICE) Lab at Johns Hopkins helps surgeons prepare for complex procedures using lifelike 3D models based on real patient scans. These models enable our experts to rehearse unique surgeries in advance — improving safety, precision and outcomes.
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Eligible patients may access innovative therapies through Johns Hopkins’ research studies and the National Cancer Institute-designated Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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We pair you with an international care coordinator who schedules appointments, explains cost estimates and arranges interpretation — helping to ensure a seamless experience from start to finish.
Robotic Prostatectomy | Cal Ripken Jr.’s Story
When Major League Baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr. was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he trusted Johns Hopkins for the best care. After a successful robotic prostatectomy, he returned home the same day and is now cancer-free.
Receiving Care at Johns Hopkins Medicine in the U.S.
The international patient services team at Johns Hopkins Medicine helps patients from around the world connect all the pieces of their health care journey, ensuring the experience is as seamless as possible. You’ll be matched with a dedicated care coordinator — your single point of contact — who will guide you through every step — from your first request and treatment at Johns Hopkins Medicine to follow-up care after you return home.
Request an Appointment / Refer a Patient
Please complete the form below to request an appointment. Your multilingual care coordinator (Arabic, Español, Português, 中文 and more) will respond in one to two business days to review your request and collect any additional information needed.
Have general questions in the meantime?
If you’d like to connect with a member of our International Patient Services team, you may reach us via WhatsApp at +1 443-745-8267.
Please note that to protect your privacy, specific health information should not be shared through WhatsApp, as it is a third-party application not under the control of Johns Hopkins that may present privacy and security risks. You can view more information about WhatsApp's privacy policy here: https://www.whatsapp.com/legal/privacy-policy. For more information or to choose to communicate with us through a different mechanism, please visit our International Patient Services website.