Kidney and bladder cancer care

Kidney cancer that hasn't spread is usually treated with surgery. You may see a medical oncologist if there is a higher chance of the cancer coming back after surgery, or if it has spread. Treatment may include immunotherapy, which helps your immune system fight the cancer, and targeted therapy, which blocks signals the cancer uses to grow.

Bladder cancer usually starts in the lining of the bladder. Similar cancers can start in the ureters or kidney (urothelial cancer). Treatment may include:

• Chemotherapy before surgery, or with radiotherapy instead of surgery for some people
• Immunotherapy
• Newer targeted treatments that deliver medicine directly to cancer cells

Dr Hurwitz works closely with your urologist, radiation oncologist and GP. Many cases are discussed at a meeting of specialists, so your plan brings together each of their views.

Dr Hurwitz is involved in kidney and bladder cancer trials, with a focus on the right trial for the right patient.