Dr. Stephen M. Scionti MD
Urologist
5741 Bee Ridge Rd Suite 500 Sarasota FL, 34233About
The Scionti Prostate Center is fcoused on providing advanced prostate cancer diagnostic services and non invasibe prosate cancer treatment.
Prostate Cancer diagnosis incorporates the use of biomarkers such as PSA, 4K, PCA3 with advanced prostate MRI imaging to define the risk of prostate cancer BEFORE subjecting a man to prostate biopsy. If aclinically significant prostate cancer is supected, thsen MRI Fusion targeted or "Smart " biopsy is used. The Artemis technology allows prostate MRI images to be fused or regsitered to ultrasound images so that tumor regions suspected on MRI images  can be precsely targeted for biopsy.
If cancer is discovered, genomic testing is often used to characterize the behavior of the cancer cells. A personalized pathway is then created for every patient so that a balance can be achived between cancer treatment and maintain quality of life.
I have over 10 years of expereince with prostate cancer HIFU treatment and have been a pioneer in the use of MRI Fusion Guided HIFU treatment.
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Education and Training
MD at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Urology
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- National Public Speaking -
- Medical Director, Vituro Health (the Leading HIFU Services Provider in the US) -
Professional Society Memberships
- American Urological Association- Southeast Section, Sarasota County Medical Society
What do you attribute your success to?
I continually strive to find better ways to diagnose and treat prostate cancer. I am never satisfied with the status quo and I believe that we can use advanced technology to imporve how we diagnose, characterize, and treat prostate cancer.
Teaching and speaking
I was formerly Clinical Associate Professor of Urology at NYU School of Medicine inNew York City
Currently Medical Director Vituro Health. I am responsible for HIFU training and certification of Vituro Health affiiliate urologists across the US.
I participate regularly as invited faculty in prostate cancer sympsoia across the US.
Areas of research
Minimally Invasive Prostate Cancer TreatmentDr. Stephen M. Scionti MD's Practice location
LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL 34240Get Direction
Dr. Stephen M. Scionti MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Scionti
- Charles
Excellent personal services. Very well organized One on one attention and care
- David
After checking out my options and getting opinions from 5 different urologists I feel I made the right decision by having HIFU treatment. When I was first diagnosed I was only 49 years old. Very concerned about the cancer and my quality of life with the treatment choices I was given. Surgery to remove prostate and possible side effects. Incontinence, damage to nerve bundles or complete loss of sensation. The other was radiation with similar side effects. I was only 49 and was told it grows more quickly in men under age 65. Long story short I met Dr. Scionti who discussed HIFU treatment with me and I couldn't be more pleased with the result.
- John
The procedure went even better than expected. Dr. Scionti communicated that he felt confident that he got all of the cancer was was feeling very positive with the results. John was able to walk around, as usual, after leaving the hospital and resumed all normal activities. HE followed the post op instructions re: catheter and medicines and did not experience any challenges. John believed he had the sensation and ability to start and stop urine e same day as the procedure and this continued to be apparent despite leaving the catheter in for 7 day period. John also experienced morning erections in his normal manner without any post op changes. He is so pleased with the procedure results, the team of professionals who assisted in the operation, and Dr. Scionti himself. Our family would highly recommend Dr. Scionti and his team for services. Marilyn and John Burke
- Carl
Dr. Scionti was a real pleasure. As was his staff. Great bed side manner. Gave us very complete analysis and never made us feel rushed in our meetings. Would recommend him to anyone with prostate issues. And I have had experience with four urologists prior to Dr. Scionti, including two failed HIFUs over eight years with my prostate cancer coming back twice. He is probably the most knowledgeable urologist in the world when it comes to HIFU. My research taught me to avoid radiologists doing HIFU and avoid urologists who are not experienced enough with HIFU. Dr. Scionti is the doctor that other doctors go to learn from on HIFU. I can't say enough good about him.
- David
Had HIFU in February. In September I completed an ironman triathlon race. My function is very good and I am very pleased. Dr. Scionti is excellent to work with and can be trusted.
- Lee
I am very happy to have found Dr. Scionti. I feel so much better about my treatment plan. I know I am good hands for my prostate cancer HIFU procedure. i work in the medical field, and I recommend him highly!
- Patrick
Dr Scionti is outstanding. He takes time to personally discuss your healthcare as a whole. Could not be more impressed by any other physician I have seen for my current issue.
- Tom
My treatment was explained before receiving MRIs and a biopsy was only done when needed. The guided biopsy gave me peace of mind that the correct area was sampled.
- Charles
Fantastic experience can great group of attentive and experienced medical personal. Dr.Scionti is the best, he explains the process in great detail and is very open to questions.
- Marvin
Very nice friendly staff Dr. Scionti. Is extremely well informed about my problem.
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