Dr. Mark D. Hurwitz

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Westchester Medical Center

Studies Prostate Adenocarcinoma
Studies Prostate Cancer
5 reported clinical trials
20 drugs studied

Affiliated Hospitals

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Westchester Medical Center
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Clinical Trials Mark D. Hurwitz is currently running

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Hormone + Radiation Therapy

for Prostate Cancer

This phase III trial compares less intense hormone therapy and radiation therapy to usual hormone therapy and radiation therapy in treating patients with high risk prostate cancer and low gene risk score. This trial also compares more intense hormone therapy and radiation therapy to usual hormone therapy and radiation therapy in patients with high risk prostate cancer and high gene risk score. Apalutamide may help fight prostate cancer by blocking the use of androgen by the tumor cells. Radiation therapy uses high energy rays to kill tumor cells and shrink tumors. Giving a shorter hormone therapy treatment may work the same at controlling prostate cancer compared to the usual 24 month hormone therapy treatment in patients with low gene risk score. Adding apalutamide to the usual treatment may increase the length of time without prostate cancer spreading as compared to the usual treatment in patients with high gene risk score.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 36 criteria
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Shorter vs Usual Radiation Therapy

for Prostate Cancer

This phase III trial compares stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), (five treatments over two weeks using a higher dose per treatment) to usual radiation therapy (20 to 45 treatments over 4 to 9 weeks) for the treatment of high-risk prostate cancer. SBRT uses special equipment to position a patient and deliver radiation to tumors with high precision. This method may kill tumor cells with fewer doses over a shorter period of time. This trial is evaluating if shorter duration radiation prevents cancer from coming back as well as the usual radiation treatment.
Recruiting2 awards Phase 310 criteria

More about Mark D. Hurwitz

Clinical Trial Related3 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 5 trials as a Principal Investigator · 4 Active Clinical Trials
Treatments Mark D. Hurwitz has experience with
  • Flutamide
  • External Beam Radiation Therapy
  • Histrelin
  • Bicalutamide
  • Leuprolide
  • Triptorelin

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need insurance to participate in a trial?
Almost all clinical trials will cover the cost of the ‘trial drug’ — so no insurance is required for this. For trials where this trial drug is given alongside an already-approved medication, there may be a cost (which your insurance would normally cover).
What does Mark D. Hurwitz specialize in?
Mark D. Hurwitz focuses on Prostate Adenocarcinoma and Prostate Cancer. In particular, much of their work with Prostate Adenocarcinoma has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
Is Mark D. Hurwitz currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Mark D. Hurwitz is currently recruiting for 4 clinical trials in Valhalla New York. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Mark D. Hurwitz has studied deeply?
Yes, Mark D. Hurwitz has studied treatments such as Flutamide, External Beam Radiation Therapy, Histrelin.
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Mark D. Hurwitz?
Apply for one of the trials that Mark D. Hurwitz is conducting.
What is the office address of Mark D. Hurwitz?
The office of Mark D. Hurwitz is located at: Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, New York 10595 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Westchester Medical Center.
Is there any support for travel costs?
The coverage of travel expenses can vary greatly between different clinical trials. Please see more financial detail in the trials you’re interested to apply.