How to Manage Anxiety

Practical Techniques for Finding Calm Feeling anxious during or after cancer treatment is a common experience. This guide is here to offer practical strategies to help you recognize the signs of anxiety and manage it effectively. The goal is to help you find a sense of calm and regain control over your emotional well-being. Simple, […]

Sexual Toys and Aids

Enhancing Pleasure and Intimacy Exploring sex toys and aids might feel new or even a bit overwhelming, but staying curious is the first step to discovering what can enhance your sexual life, whether you’re exploring on your own or with a partner. There is a wide variety of toys and aids available, each designed for […]

SHAReClinic Erection Medication Effectiveness Diary

A Tool for Monitoring Your ED Treatment If you are using medications or devices to manage erectile dysfunction (ED), keeping track of your experiences can be incredibly helpful for you and your healthcare provider. The SHAReClinic Erection Medication Effectiveness Diary is a simple tool designed for this purpose. This diary allows you to easily document: […]

VED Booklet

Understanding the Penis Pump A Vacuum Erection Device (VED), often called a penis pump, is a non-invasive tool used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) and support penile rehabilitation. It works by creating a vacuum around the penis, which draws blood into it to create an erection. Why Use a VED? Erectile Dysfunction Treatment: A VED […]

Xialla

A Device for Managing Venous Leak Xialla is a specialized loop tension band system designed to help men maintain an erection, particularly those who experience a “venous leak.” Venous leak is a condition where the penis is unable to trap enough blood inside it to sustain a firm erection. The Xialla system consists of four […]

Tension Bands and Tips for Comfort

A Guide to Comfort and Effectiveness Penile tension bands, also known as tension rings or cock rings, are simple but effective devices used to help maintain an erection. They are especially useful for men who have difficulty keeping an erection after prostate cancer treatment due to a condition called venous leak. How They Work A […]

MUSE Medicated Urethral System for Erections

A Medicated Urethral System for Erections MUSE (Medicated Urethral System for Erection) is a unique treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED). It works by having the patient insert a small, pre-filled applicator containing a medicated pellet directly into the urethra. Here’s a quick overview: How it Works: The medication is absorbed through the urethral walls, increasing […]

Inject-Ease

A Device to Make Injections Easier Self-administering a penile injection can feel daunting. For patients who find it challenging to stick a needle into their own body, assistive devices can make a world of difference. The Inject-Ease is one such device. This simple tool is designed to help you with needle placement. With the press […]

Penile Self-Injection Procedures

A Step-by-Step Guide for Patients This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions for self-administering penile injections, a common and effective treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED). It is designed for patients who have been prescribed medications like Alprostadil or TriMix. The goal of this resource is to help you feel confident and safe while performing injections at […]

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.