About the Event
Every survivorship journey is unique, yet no one walks it alone. Join the Department of Urology at Mount Sinai for an inspiring in-person seminar dedicated to life after a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Hear from world-renowned specialists, including Dr. Ash Tewari, System Chair of Urology, as they share strategies for thriving physically, emotionally, and mentally beyond treatment.
Engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion and participate in a live Q&A to share your experiences, ask questions, and gain guidance tailored to survivors and their families.
The Mount Sinai Prostate Cancer Screening Unit will be on-site offering free PSA tests, because staying proactive is key to long-term well-being.
This event offers both in-person and virtual attendance options (virtual link to be shared later). Seats are limited, so please register today to reserve your spot and connect with others who share your journey.
Together, we can move from surviving to thriving.
Hear from world-renowned specialists, including Dr. Ash Tewari, System Chair of Urology, as they share strategies for thriving physically, emotionally, and mentally beyond treatment.
Engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion and participate in a live Q&A to share your experiences, ask questions, and gain guidance tailored to survivors and their families.
The Mount Sinai Prostate Cancer Screening Unit will be on-site offering free PSA tests, because staying proactive is key to long-term well-being.
This event offers both in-person and virtual attendance options (virtual link to be shared later). Seats are limited, so please register today to reserve your spot and connect with others who share your journey.
Together, we can move from surviving to thriving.
Location
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai - Goldwurm Auditorium
1425 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10029
1425 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10029
Date & Time
September 17, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Registration starts at 5:00 PM
PSA (blood test) starts at 4:30 PM
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Registration starts at 5:00 PM
PSA (blood test) starts at 4:30 PM
Program Director & Speaker
Dr. Ash Tewari is a renowned urologic oncologist and robotic surgery pioneer, serving as the System Chair at the Milton and Carroll Petrie Department of Urology, Icahn School of Medicine. He also holds leadership roles, including Director of the Center of Excellence for Prostate Cancer and Surgeon-in-Chief at the Tisch Cancer Hospital. Conducting over 9,000 robotic surgeries, his research spans surgical prostate anatomy, genetic risk profiling, and integrating AI in healthcare. His innovative nerve-sparing technique has significantly advanced sexual and urinary function.
Dr. Tewari's achievements include launching the Mount Sinai Robert F. Smith Mobile Prostate Cancer Screening Unit, screening over 9,000 patients in underserved communities. A prolific scholar, he has authored over 250 peer-reviewed papers and received accolades, such as the American Urological Association Gold Cystoscope Award and Golden Robot Surgical Award for Excellence in Surgical Innovations for Cancer Patients. Dr. Tewari's work has placed him in prestigious lists like America's Top Doctors and New York Magazine's Best Doctors.
Confirmed Speakers
| Leon Telis, MD |
Dr Telis is the Director of the Men’s Health Program at Mount Sinai Hospital and assistant professor of urology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. In addition to general urology, he specializes in male reproductive and sexual medicine, including the medical and surgical management of erectile dysfunction, male infertility, Peyronie’s disease, and low testosterone.
He received advanced training in microsurgical techniques including varicocelectomy, testicular sperm extraction and vasectomy reversal, as well as inflatable penile prosthesis placement, medical and surgical management of Peyronie’s Disease, and complex prosthetic revision surgeries. His expertise extends to the management of general urological conditions including enlarged prostate (BPH), kidney stones and urinary dysfunction.
He received advanced training in microsurgical techniques including varicocelectomy, testicular sperm extraction and vasectomy reversal, as well as inflatable penile prosthesis placement, medical and surgical management of Peyronie’s Disease, and complex prosthetic revision surgeries. His expertise extends to the management of general urological conditions including enlarged prostate (BPH), kidney stones and urinary dysfunction.
| Adriana Pedraza, MD |
| Gregory Amend, MD |
Assistant Professor of Urology at Mount Sinai.
| Daniel R. Dickstein, MD |
Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He specializes in prostate and other genitourinary cancers, with a focus on survivorship and sexual health after treatment.
Free PSA Test
Early detection saves lives. Take advantage of free PSA tests provided on-site by the Mount Sinai Robert F. Smith Mobile Prostate Cancer Screening initiative—available from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Mobile Unit Walkthrough
Click the video to get an inside look at where we conduct PSA tests in the mobile unit.
Get Your Questions
Answered Live
Answered Live
Engage in enlightening Q&A sessions with our specialists, where they'll address your inquiries and provide expert guidance. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge, take proactive steps towards prostate and sexual health, and interact with true visionaries in the field.
Schedule
| 5:00 pm
Coffee and Conversation - Registration
Simply arrive, check in at the registration desk, and help yourself to some refreshments as you get ready for the event.
| 5:30 pm
Welcome and Introduction
Ash Tewari, MBBS, MCH, FRCS (HON.)
| 5:35 pm
Expert Discussion #1
Ash Tewari, MBBS, MCH, FRCS (HON.)
| 6:00 pm
Survivorship After Prostate Cancer: Keys to best Outcomes
Adriana Pedraza, MD
| 6:10 pm
Expert Discussion #3
Leon Telis, MD
| 6:20 pm
Erectile Dysfunction Following Prostate Cancer Therapies
Gregory Amend, MD
| 6:40 pm
Life After Prostate Radiation Therapy
Daniel R. Dickstein, MD
| 7:00 pm
Q&A Session
Feel free to ask questions to our experts!
| 7:25 pm
Event Closure
Location
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Goldwurm Auditorium
1425 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10029
Date & Time
September 17, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
