Western Radiation Oncology – Experts in Prostate Cancer Treatment
WRO is a multi-physician, multi-location cancer treatment practice specializing in advanced, targeted radiation therapy for prostate cancer.
WRO Introduction Video
Meet the Physicians

Steven Kurtzman, M.D.
Director of Prostate Brachytherapy
Dr. Steven Kurtzman is a board certified Radiation Oncologist in practice since 1996. Dr. Kurtzman is nationally renowned for his expertise in ‘real-time’ prostate brachytherapy.

Ankit Agarwal, M.D.
Director of Radiation Therapy
Dr. Ankit Agarwal is a distinguished radiation oncologist specializing in innovative prostate cancer treatments. He has treated over 1,000 men using intraoperatively planned prostate brachytherapy.

John Shumway, M.D.
Radiation Oncologist and Prostate Brachytherapist
Dr. Shumway is a skilled and accomplished radiation oncologist. He specializes in the use of multiple modalities, including SRS, SBRT, image-guided and adaptive radiotherapy, and brachytherapy.

Shahil Mehta, M.D.
Radiation Oncologist
Dr. Shahil Mehta is a dedicated radiation oncologist treating a diverse range of cancers, including breast, prostate, lung, head and neck, gastrointestinal, non-melanoma skin cancer, and gynecological cancers.
Our Articles
Early Detection of Prostate Cancer: Why It Matters and How to Take Action
Catching cancer early can make all the difference – and this is especially true for prostate cancer, one of the most common cancers among men....
Radiation therapy for prostate cancer is highly effective, but it can cause urinary side effects for some patients. If you’re experiencing issues like frequent urination, urgency, or discomfort while urinating during or after treatment, you’re not alone – these...
Who Is at Risk for Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the U.S., with over 165,000 new cases annually and more than 1.2 million cases worldwide. Although many men do not...
Prostate cancer is a common diagnosis and men in the San Francisco Bay Area often seek multiple opinions to find the best treatment option for them. There are many innovative and less invasive treatment options available to...
Metastatic prostate cancer is a form of prostate cancer that has spread beyond the prostate gland to other parts of the body such as the bones, lymph nodes, or other organs. It is a serious condition that...
Low Dose Rate (LDR) brachytherapy is a common treatment that uses radioactive isotopes to treat prostate cancer. Many patients with earlier stage prostate cancer (such as favorable intermediate risk prostate cancer) can be treated with LDR brachytherapy...
Overview
Besides non-melanoma skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer, among men, in the United States. For many men, the work-up of prostate cancer starts with a routine PSA blood test at their primary care...
Experience the Best in Prostate Cancer Care: Introducing the Comprehensive Treatment Program at East Valley Urology Center and Western Radiation Oncology in Arizona
We are excited to announce the launch of a new multi-disciplinary practice for prostate cancer...
We are excited to announce the expansion of Western Radiation Oncology to the Southern California region with the opening of our new clinic in Palm Desert. Our medical practice has a focus on prostate cancer treatment, and...
Finding out you or a loved one has been diagnosed with prostate cancer can be a scary thing to hear. The first thing many men ask is, what does this mean, and is my prostate cancer curable....
Exercise has a multitude of benefits. However, starting or maintaining an exercise program is especially important for men undergoing treatment for prostate cancer! Multiple studies have shown the benefit of a structured exercise program for men with...
One of the most significant impacts of prostate cancer treatment is on sexual health. All forms of treatment for prostate cancer – including surgery (prostatectomy), external beam radiation therapy, and brachytherapy can have an impact on erectile...
Men with prostate cancer have many treatment options. Active surveillance, surgery, external beam radiation therapy, and brachytherapy (seed implant) are options for many patients. How should patients compare treatment options?
Key Questions Men Should Ask About Prostate Cancer...
The Importance of Seeking Multiple Opinions
Over 160,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States each year. These men face the daunting task of choosing a treatment. Multiple options are available, but most men are...
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