Prostate Cancer Institute of California

Advanced Technology. Compassionate Care. Effective results.

Effective Prostate Cancer Treatment

We place people over profit to drive radical change in the treatment of prostate cancer using the most advanced techniques in prostate brachytherapy that give the best outcomes to patients.

Our Approach

Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar | Prostate Cancer Institute of California

About PCIC

Meet Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar

The Prostate Cancer Institute of California (PCIC) is the only practice of its kind in the state of California, focusing exclusively on low-dose rate (LDR) prostate brachytherapy in the treatment of prostate cancer.

With superior precision, Radiation Oncologist Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar performs the approximate hour-long procedure at surgery centers in Southern California and offers virtual consultations to anyone interested in the treatment nationwide.

Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar brings more than 20 years of experience to the Prostate Cancer Institute of California, the only practice in the state that exclusively focuses on low-dose rate (LDR) brachytherapy. Dr. Bhatnagar specializes in LDR brachytherapy for men with localized prostate cancer performing this procedure for over 20 years. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Before entering private practice, he completed postgraduate medical training in Radiation Oncology at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Dr. Bhatnagar is a 2023 America’s Best Doctors and Marquis Who’s Who award winner. He also serves on the board of the Arizona Medical Association, is a consultant to the Arizona Medical Board, and member of the American Brachytherapy Society. In 2023, Dr. Bhatnagar was selected as an honored member of the Nationwide Registries Top Doctors of America.

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Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy | Prostate Cancer Institute of Arizona

Why Low Dose Rate (LDR) Brachytherapy?

Contact Prostate Cancer Institute of California to discover if this therapy is right for you.

Treats Prostate Cancer at the Source

Seeds are implanted in the entire prostate gland to kill cancer at its source, minimizing nearby healthy tissue.

High Cure Rates & Minimal Side Effects

Using the latest technology with real time brachytherapy planning, the one-hour procedure yields high cure rates with minimal side effects.

Evidence-Based Radiation Treatment

We only practice evidence-based medicine while giving the best treatment available.

Ensures Erectile Preservation & Vitality

LDR brachytherapy has shown to have the best rates of erectile function preservation.

Patient & Physician Success Stories

"It has been a pleasure to work with Dr. Bhatnagar for the past 15 years performing LDR prostate brachytherapy together. He is a very skilled brachytherapist with extensive experience translating to excellent clinical results for our patients. The patients really enjoy the multi-disciplinary team approach we are able to provide for them."

Dr. Biren Patel, Arizona Advanced Urology

We are Committed to Your Health

Our mission is to combine cutting-edge technology, business acumen, compassionate care and clinical expertise to drive radical change in the treatment of prostate cancer through low dose rate prostate brachytherapy.