Patients’ Prostate Cancer Stories

Greg’s Story

Early Detection, Convenient Care Helps Local Man Beat Cancer
Prostate cancer survivor Greg Jager of Chesterfield, Mo., had a higher-than-average risk of developing prostate cancer due to his family history of men with the disease.

Bob’s Story

Screening Leads to Man’s Diagnosis, Survival
Bob Washington says he had no symptoms when a biopsy revealed he had prostate cancer. The biopsy was recommended due to his family history of the disease.

Charles’ Story

Local Man Fights Dual Cancer Battle and Wins with Help from Siteman
From an early age Charles Watkins has been an advocate for his own health. So when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in late 2010, he played a crucial role in deciding his treatment.

Milton’s Story

External-Beam Radiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Siteman Cancer Center patient Milton Smith discusses his prostate cancer treatment. After looking at his options, Smith chose to undergo external-beam radiation therapy and was very pleased with the results. He was treated by Siteman radiation oncologist Jeff Michalski, MD.