Physician Referral Genitourinary Cancer
City of Hope offers the most innovative treatments and internationally recognized physician scientists. When treating a genitourinary cancer diagnosis, our dedicated team of experts takes a uniquely integrated, patient-centered approach to diagnose and treat the prostate, kidney, bladder, testicular and penile cancer to ensure optimal outcomes with minimal impact on quality of life.
Physician Referral Fax: 949-777-6750
Services
Uniquely integrated genitourinary care. Only at City of Hope.
- Fellowship-trained program leaders bring an extra level of education and specialization to genitourinary cancer care.
- Our specialists use research and technology to treat some of the most complex genitourinary conditions not treated at other facilities.
- City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center allows our team to collaborate on treatment plans and streamline patient visits.
- City of Hope Orange County’s dedicated care team for genitourinary cancers means quicker access to specialized care.
- Jeffrey S. Yoshida, M.D., named a top U.S. doctor by the consulting firm Castle Connolly for more than five years and has performed more than 3,000 surgeries and specializes in robotic surgery.
- Cory Hugen, M.D. M.S., named Physician of Excellence by the Orange County Medical Association, has led or co-led dozens of clinical trials and is a multi-decorated physician serving in the United States Air Force.
Access to personalized approaches, including leading-edge targeted therapies and immunotherapies, best-in-class genomic testing and more.
Our industry leading radiation oncologists utilize their advanced knowledge in combination with external beam radiation techniques to optimize treatment outcomes utilizing combinations of advanced treatment techniques such as IMRT and SBRT.
With expertise at the forefront of genitourinary and prostate medicine, City of Hope’s interventional radiology program provides the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic interventions available.
This specialized team works closely with City of Hope’s surgery, radiation oncology and supportive care medicine departments to provide coordinated, comprehensive cancer care to patients and caregivers.
Advanced surgical options include minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopic and robotic surgery, as well as complex surgical solutions for urologic malignancies for prostate, kidney, bladder, testicular, and penile cancers.
- Urinary diversions with NEO bladders, Indiana pouches and ileal conduits
- Partial and radical nephrectomy (kidney removal)
- Radical prostatectomy (prostate removal)
- Retroperitoneal lymph node dissection
Providing access to nearly 1,000 innovative Phase 1-3 clinical trials being conducted at City of Hope.
City of Hope’s nationally recognized supportive care services and programs that include social work, support groups, integrative medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Fills and dispenses prescriptions and offers over-the-counter medications, alleviating the burden of going elsewhere for medication.
Full-service salon and specialty shopping experience with oncology-trained cosmetologists.
Physician Resources
We provide referring physicians easy access to all pertinent information and needed resources.
City of Hope Orange County's expertise in infusion therapy extends beyond cancer-related drugs. We also administer non-oncology medications.
For more information about our comprehensive gastrointestinal program, or to schedule a one-on-one with a City of Hope cancer expert, please contact one of our physician liaisons.
City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center supports general x-ray, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, MRI, molecular/nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology service request.
Our Genitourinary Cancer Experts
Getting treated for genitourinary cancers at City of Hope Orange County puts patients in the hands of world experts in cancers affecting the digestive system.
Jeffrey S. Yoshida, M.D. recognizes that each of his patients carries a unique personality and background -- as does their cancer. For that reason, he believes that medical care should be customized and specific to the individual.
Dr. Hugen has expertise in treating patients with bladder, kidney, testicular, and penile cancers. He was drawn to City of Hope because of its singular focus on providing world-class cancer care.
Sandy Liu, M.D., has made it her mission to improve the lives of cancer patients by taking care of people in a meaningful way and advancing the field of medical oncology as a clinical researcher. She makes sure to treat all of her patients as though they were members of her own family.
Nishan Tchekmedyian, M .D., has been recognized by Greater Newport Physicians, a group that named him New Physician of the Year in 2017 and Specialist of the Year in 2019, 2020 and 2021 for his high-quality, patient-focused care. He finds inspiration in his patients' ability to continue with regular life, family events, work and social engagements despite the emotional and physical struggles of cancer.
Fluent in Mandarin, Luke Chen, M.D., has helped cancer patients in Southern California for nearly 20 years. Focused on both saving life and improving quality of life, he treats his patients as family and is inspired by their courage and humility. With many effective and safe treatments available today, Dr. Chen seeks, in turn, to inspire people under his care to remain hopeful in their fight against cancer.
Sassan Farjami, M.D., lost his mother to multiple myeloma when he was 16 years old, an experience that shaped his life and treatment approach. He prides himself on offering personalized care, listening to his patients, providing the best treatments and being with them every step of the way as they fight cancer.
Sumanta (Monty) Kumar Pal, M.D., FASCO, is an internationally recognized leader in the area of genitourinary cancers, including kidney, bladder, and prostate cancer. He is co-director of City of Hope's Kidney Cancer Program and is the head of the kidney and bladder cancer disease team at the institution.
For Jason Salsamendi, M.D., patient care is a partnership where his role is to help people make informed decisions that best meet their needs. He followed his passion into interventional radiology in the field’s early days, when he was in medical school, after seeing the way doctors could seamlessly and artfully bring together leading-edge technology and established aspects of medical care.
For radiation oncologist Percy Lee, M.D., patients’ needs come first. He works closely with experts from other disciplines to offer each person an individually tailored treatment plan based upon both their clinical history and their emotional and social needs. An active listener, he aims to understand what is truly on a patient’s mind.
City of Hope believes that patients benefit from a collaboration between us and their referring physicians. We work in partnership with you, communicating with you frequently, and focusing on helping patients return to your care when they complete their treatment. Learn more about our programs and services.