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Prostate Cancer & Sexual Health Videos in Farsi, French, Korean, Mandarin & Punjabi (Videos)

Patient Education and Support for All We are committed to providing accessible patient education. We are pleased to offer our educational video sessions in several translated languages to support diverse communities. These resources cover essential topics on prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. Find the YouTube playlist in your preferred language below. Prostate Cancer […]

Sexual Health and Prostate Cancer: Men Who Have Sex With Men (Video)

Key Considerations, Partnering With Your Care Team, and Common Sexual Consequences This video provides focused guidance for men who have sex with men (MSM) following treatment. This video covers: Who MSM includes: People who identify as gay, homosexual, bisexual, two-spirited, transgender, or other. Key considerations: Sexual identity, relationships, unique experiences, values, and roles. Re-framing sexual […]

Sexual Health for Single Men with Prostate Cancer (Video)

Dating Readiness, Communication About Sexual Changes, Relationship Tips, and Solo Sexual Health This video addresses the unique needs of single men following treatment. This video covers: Being single with prostate cancer: It’s challenging, but treatments and information apply to you; sexual activity and feeling attractive still matter; support and resources are available. Common dating concerns: […]

Guidelines for Single Men

Research for Healthcare Providers This article, published in Supportive Care in Cancer, reports on a feasibility study of an online Sexual Health and Rehabilitation eClinic (TrueNTH SHAReClinic) designed for prostate cancer patients. The study evaluates the practicality and potential benefits of delivering sexual health support through a virtual platform, offering valuable insights for clinicians and […]

Guidelines for Gay Men

Navigating Your Journey with Confidence For men who have sex with men (MSM), a prostate cancer diagnosis can bring unique challenges and concerns related to sexual health, identity, and overall well-being. Treatment can cause changes in erections, ejaculation, anal sensation, sex drive, and body image, all of which can profoundly impact your life. Key Considerations […]

Men and Their Partners Affected by Prostate Cancer Workbook

Rebuilding Intimacy and Resiliency Together This workbook is an interactive tool designed to help men and their partners navigate the long-term effects of prostate cancer treatment together. It is structured as a 6-week program that can be used by a couple on their own or with the guidance of a healthcare professional. The workbook focuses […]

Orgasm After Prostate Cancer Treatment (Video)

What orgasm is, treatment-related changes, and ways to improve or recover orgasm This video covers: What is orgasm: Considered the height of sexual excitement; men can be orgasmic without an erection, and orgasm isn’t required to experience sexual pleasure. How treatments can affect orgasm: Active surveillance: Possible changes if anxiety is present. Prostatectomy: No ejaculation […]

Intimacy Tips for Prostate Cancer Survivors (Video)

Why It Changes and Steps to Reconnect and Enhance Closeness A concise look at defining intimacy, reasons it changes, and how to rebuild connection. This video covers: What intimacy is: Familiarity based on trust, unconditional love, acceptance, open sharing, and mutual emotional closeness. More linked to communication than sexual function. Types of intimacy: Intellectual, Experiential, […]

Optimizing Your Sexual Adaptation After Prostate Cancer Treatment (Video)

Sexual Changes, Adaptation and Rehabilitation A concise outline of common sexual changes after treatment and how to adapt. This video covers: Sexual changes: Possible effects on erection (ED), ejaculation, orgasm, genital sensation, continence, sexual drive, and sexual self-view. Sexual adaptation: Treatment can affect body image/masculinity and intimacy; consequences may disrupt prior patterns but also create […]

Treating Urinary Leakage with Sexual Activity (Video)

Why It Happens and What You Can Do This short video explains why leakage can occur after treatment and the main options to reduce distress. This video covers: After surgery (prostatectomy): Bladder-neck disruption means continence relies on the external sphincter; may cause stress incontinence with activity or coughing. Leakage is often worst just after catheter […]

Monita Sundar, MA

Provincial Program Manager, Prostate Cancer Supportive Care Program

Monita Sundar is the Provincial Program Manager for the Prostate Cancer Supportive Care Program, where she leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing integrated clinical care, patient education, and research-driven support.

With a strong commitment to improving the lives of older adults, Monita is passionate about empowering patients through education and implementing innovative strategies that promote well-being and enhance quality of life.

Her leadership reflects a patient-centered approach that bridges clinical excellence with compassionate care.

Steven Guirguis, MA

Project Manager & Clinical Research Coordinator, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Steven is a Project Manager and Clinical Research Coordinator at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, with academic training in Psychology and Kinesiology.

His work focuses on supporting prostate cancer patients in managing sexual health challenges related to treatment. He brings a strong interest in the mind-body connection to his clinical and research efforts, particularly within survivorship and rehabilitation care.

Outside of work, Steven enjoys spending time with family, staying active, and brings the same passion to the basketball court as he does to his research.

Dr. Ryan Flannigan

Dr. Ryan Flannigan is an Associate Professor, and surgeon-scientist within the Department of Urologic Sciences at the University of British Columbia.

He is the Director of the Urologic Supportive Care Program, Director of the Reproductive & Sexual Medicine Centre within the M.H. Mohseni Institute of Urologic Sciences, and Director of the Male Infertility, Sexual Medicine, and Microsurgery Fellowship Program. His practice is subspecialized in Sexual and Reproductive Medicine, and his research program is focused on developing translational technologies and engineering solutions to advance therapeutics in both sexual medicine and infertility.

He has received national and international awards including the American Urologic Society Rising Star Award, American Society of Andrology Matthew Hardy Young Andrologist Award and has been funded by the Canadian Institute of Health Research, Canadian Foundation for Innovation, Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, Canadian Urologic Association Scholarship Foundation, American Urology Association, American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the Sexual Medicine Society of North America. 

Dr. Andrew Matthew

Dr. Matthew is a Health and Clinical Psychologist as well as a Clinician-Investigator in the Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, and an Associate Professor in both the Departments of Surgery and Psychiatry at the University of Toronto.

He serves as the Lead Psychologist, Director of the Sexual Health Program, Director of Psychology Training, and Head of the GU Survivorship Program at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Matthew has been instrumental in shaping national and international guidelines for sexual healthcare in cancer (ASCO/CCO, Movember).

His clinical care and research are centered on urologic cancers, focusing on prevention, sexual health, survivorship, and improving patient quality of life.