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About the Course

Welcome to Understanding Prostate Cancer. My name is Ken Pienta, Professor of Urology and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. I have been studying prostate cancer and treating patients with prostate cancer for over 25 years. Over 1,000,000 men worldwide and 230,000 men in the United States are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year. Three hundred thousand men worldwide and 30,000 men in the US are dying from prostate cancer every year. As people live longer, the incidence of prostate cancer is rising worldwide and prostate cancer continues to be a major health problem. Thanks to years of dedication and commitment to research we’ve made enormous advances in the treatment of prostate cancer, But there is still a lot of work to be done. In this Understanding Prostate Cancer course, I will provide an introduction to the biology of prostate cancer as well as how it is identified and treated at various stages of the disease. I've put together this course in order to introduce you to the essentials of prostate cancer. By the time you finish this course you'll be able to  Define risk factors for prostate cancer  Understand current prostate cancer screening guidelines  Understand prostate cancer staging  Understand treatments for localized prostate cancer  Understand treatments for advanced prostate cancer  Understand treatments to alleviate the symptoms caused by prostate cancer This Understanding Prostate Cancer Course should be helpful to anyone who wants to develop a deeper understanding of prostate cancer biology and treatment. It should be useful to students who are interested in a deeper understanding of the science of cancer. It should also be helpful to health care providers, data managers, and educators who wish to develop a better understanding of prostate cancer and how it affects individuals. The course is not designed for patients seeking treatment guidance. For those of you who might be thinking about a career in cancer research or patient care, I hope this course will inspire you to pursue that path! The course is divided into five modules organized to facilitate learning. I'm glad that you decided to join this course. I hope that you will develop a basic understanding of prostate cancer. I hope that it will help you in whatever field you work. If you are a student, I hope that what you learn here will help you begin a career in cancer biology research and contribute to the worldwide effort to save lives....

Top reviews

GS

Sep 12, 2025

I do not have a medical background but this course has helped me gain a better understanding of what prostate cancer is and how it can be treated. Thank you!!

GR

Aug 3, 2020

Complete and well organized course. In just three weeks it develops various topics related to prostate cancer in a clear and simple way. I consider myself satisfied.

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By Mirta D

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Mar 31, 2022

The course is on a good level for beginners and at the same time very informative.

I would recommend adding some more DIY assignments.

By Liza M

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Sep 6, 2024

Excellent course, although perhaps they can provide a list of definitions, especially treatments. They are difficult to remember.

By Noreen C

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Sep 23, 2020

This is a very informative course. I learned a lot regarding the different treatments and side effects regarding prostate cancer.

By N. F

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Aug 5, 2020

I love all the courses done by Dr. Penieta. Many thanks for this amazing and very informative course. Keep up the great work.

By Mildreth J A R

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Feb 28, 2021

Excelente curso, didáctico, abarca varios temas que orientan en el adecuado abordaje de un paciente con cáncer de próstata.

By Sophia G

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Jul 3, 2017

I LOVE THIS COURSE WAS WELL INFORMATIVE AND I LEARNT ALOT THANKS TO THE PROFESSOR WHO WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE IN HIS

By Amirreza M

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Oct 30, 2021

Important and key points in a short period of time and in an organized fashion. Good job Dr Kenneth J. Pienta.

By Asrar M

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May 15, 2020

This topic/ course was really amazing,i gained a lot of information about prostate cancer.

Thanks to coursera.

By Gerda S

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Jun 5, 2018

It is very advisable to take all 3 courses of Prof. Pienta. It is very good to understand and helpful if you

By Garima K S

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Apr 23, 2022

Great course! Highly recommended for introduction. Thanks a lot coursera and JHU for providing the course.

By JOHN Q

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Jun 5, 2017

Interesting and vital info as I've recounted endured prostate cancer surgery and am currently recovering.

By Pablo A L

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Jun 9, 2020

Muy buen curso, ayuda a comprender de manera sencilla los aspectos básicos del cáncer de próstata.

By Dominique H

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May 29, 2020

This course is incredible, the explanation is perfect, you can understand everything a proper way.

By Julian A G R

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May 18, 2018

I HAVE NEVER TRIED A ONLINE-COURSE BEFORE AND I THINK IT IS A GREAT TOOL TO BE BETTER AND UPDATED.

By Cynthia M

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Nov 18, 2017

Excellent course - the content and presentation are tops! Thank you for offering this course.

By Shipra S

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May 28, 2020

Very informative for beginner knowledge which covers most of essentials concepts and content.

By Helga I

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Aug 1, 2021

si bien esta un poco desactualizado cumple con enseñar lo basico del cancer de prostata

By Ericalynn B

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Jul 11, 2025

I have a better understanding regarding the diagnosis & treatment of prostate cancer.

By Pratyush A

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Sep 16, 2021

Pls include some of the symptoms of various types of cancers in your specialization.

By Ray H A L

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Jan 12, 2023

Interesting course with great description , rich knowledge and insight on the filed

By ksr K

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Jul 14, 2020

This course is just Awesome. Loved the way the instructor delivered the content.

By Yousef M M H

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Aug 29, 2017

very inserting and informative and so useful for students ,,Thanks and hope more

By Judhajit S

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Jun 19, 2023

Excellent course with material presented lucidly, with frequent concept checks

By Sharon M

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Oct 28, 2018

I have a cousin with prostate cancer and it good to know what is store for me.

By Ricky A C

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Feb 2, 2022

Thanks a lot Coursera and John Hopkins University, such a great lecture.