Fred Lacy is one smart man. He has a Ph.D. in history. He teaches Bible studies three times a week. And. he was smart enough to have a PSA test for prostate cancer every year. Ten years ago, he discovered he had prostate cancer. He was referred to EAMC.

“We are lucky to have an absolutely marvelous hospital. I have nothing but admiration for Dr. Rajan (urologist), Dr. Glisson (radiation oncologist) and the hospital staff. The doctors talked my wife and me through everything, outlining treatments and options so we could make an informed decision.”

At the time, surgical removal of the prostate was considered the way to go, but something new and less invasive was offered, and Dr. Lacy opted for it. Tiny radioactive “seeds” were injected around his prostate to kill the cancer. Dr. Lacy was only the second patient at EAMC to try the new treatment, but he made the right choice. Today, he is alive, well and active, and the cancer has never returned

“Men, be smart. Prostate cancer is among the most treatable cancers if caught early. A PSA is simple; it’s only a blood test.”

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