It has now been a year since Dr. Canes performed my robotic prostatectomy. Since my surgery my PSA tests have been undetectable. Three months after my surgery I was back working out and doing everything I did before. Dr Canes and his team are the best. I feel very fortunate that he had been recommended to me for my surgery. I would highly recommend Dr Canes.

PWS

Submitted Jan. 19, 2023

Dr. Canes performed my prostate surgery September 1st at Lahey hospital in Burlington. I had interviewed both Dr. Canes and a Dr. from the radiation department. Both interviews were very informative about each procedure. At 62 years young I decided on the surgical option. Dr. Canes staff was very helpful from day one explaining everything from catheter bag maintenance, the surgery and recovery process. My cancer was stage 3 with a Gleason score of 7. Surgery was a success, and my PSA levels are currently undetectable 3 months post-surgery. Recovery, the first week is uncomfortable mostly due to the catheter. The second week after catheter removal was also uncomfortable due to 2 hours intervals to urinate. Tylenol was used for pain mitigation; a 2 hour nap each day was required for me. Week 3 I went back to work on a stay at home and work schedule and week 4 just about back to normal. I get up once a night now and occasionally not at all to urinate, I have full control. Great thanks to Dr.Canes and staff.

Submitted Jan. 5, 2022

In early June 2021 a prostate biopsy confirmed that I had localized prostate cancer, gleason 9. I had to choose radiation or surgery. Being a medical professional, a doctor myself, I consulted with radiologists, surgeons and oncologists. I was most impressed with Dr. David Canes, a surgeon at Lahey Urology. He was comfortable to be with, explained, answered questions, had done a vast number of these surgeries, great patient reviews and recommended by his peers. My surgery was in August at Parkland Medical Center in Derry, NH, which I recommend. When it comes to a caring bedside manner, Dr. Canes has it in spades. Off all of his attributes, surgical skill is most important. My surgery went extremely well. He was able to save the nerves, no incontinence, erections returning. The biopsy showed stage 2, gleason 9, but self contained, no lymph node involvement, clean surgical margins and my PSA is now undetectable. The best possible news! Excellent surgeon. I will be forever grateful, and recommend him without hesitation.
Sincerely,
Dr. M
Portsmouth, NH

Submitted Nov. 8, 2021

Knowledgeable, professional, and explains things completely to patient to help you make the best decisions. Would recommend to anyone.

Submitted June 11, 2021

I am a 57 year old man who presented with a PSA of 5.4 and no other symptoms. Dr.Canes proceeded with an MRI, biopsy and I chose radical prose to you. I had stage 3 cancer with 70% of my prostate filled with cancer. Dr.Canes spared all my nerves and 6 weeks post op no pain, back to work, full functionality and no urinary leakage and my PSA is undetectable. Dr.Canes is an excellent surgeon and I highly recommend him.
Regards
Joe M

Submitted July 17, 2019

Dr Canes is all you could ever hope for once you find that you have prostate cancer where watchful waiting or active surveillance are no longer sufficient. There aren't enough superlatives to describe the experience of having Dr Canes treat PC from the initial consultation, through the actual robotic surgery, to the immediate and 3 month follow-up. He is calm, clear, deliberate, precise, friendly, detailed, very experienced, and technically deep. Ultra PSA 0 after 3 months. No incontinence.

Submitted March 14, 2019

It was an amazing experience in my robotic radical prostatectomy performed by Dr. Canes in July 2018 at Parkland Medical Center NH. Pre-operation consultation was thorough and informative, nice facility, kind people and well planned schedule. The procedure was very smooth with no pain. I didn't take any painkiller post surgery. Catheter was out in 7 days, no leakage and smooth urination. Very lucky to have Dr. Canes to perform the procedure!

Submitted Sept. 24, 2018

I had an excellent outcome from the prostate surgery performed by Dr. Canes at Lahey Hospital. My family and I were extremely pleased with his bedside manner and his thoroughness, and he always made himself available for any questions. His staff was knowledgeable and courteous throughout the entire experience.

Submitted Sept. 9, 2018

Dr. Canes removed my prostate in September 2017 as I had aggressive prostate cancer with a Gleason score of 7. It's been a year since my surgery and I couldn't be happier. My PSA test scores since surgery have been zero, meaning he got all the cancer. I never had a continence problem, no significant pain, back at work in 2 weeks, and I'm riding my road bike, kayaking and lifting weights with no problems. Dr. Canes is very patient, explains everything and answers all your questions. He's an expert at prostate surgery and I highly recommend him.

Submitted Aug. 25, 2018

Dana Booth, DMD, 75, Concord, Ma,
On November 15, 2017, Dr. Canes successfully performed a Robotic Assisted radical prostatectomy on me at Lahey Burlington. He has the expertise, the meticulous drive for perfection plus he will take the time to prevent possible side effects. He personally called me at my home as soon as he had the post surgical pathology report - which was good news !!
He demonstrated his compassion by facilitating and expediting my treatment - I went to Parkland, Derry, N.H. so he could do the prerequisite biopsy.
I unconditionally recommend his care.
My family and I are profoundly grateful - Thank you, Dr. Canes and staff.

Submitted Jan. 15, 2018