Alvin C. Goh, MD
Urologic Surgeon
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Meet MSK Urologic Surgeon Alvin Goh
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About Me
- Director, Robotic Urologic Surgery Technology and Education
I am a urologic surgeon who specializes in using minimally invasive techniques to care for people with urologic cancers. I care for people with bladder cancer, prostate cancer, kidney cancer, and adrenal tumors. My particular expertise includes robotic, laparoscopic, and endourologic procedures.
My research aims to develop better technologies and innovative techniques to optimize treatment outcomes and minimize side effects. I operate at the Josie Robertson Surgery Center and Memorial Hospital in Manhattan. I also see patients at the Sidney Kimmel Center for Prostate and Urologic Cancers, and MSK Nassau, on Long Island.
With a background in biomedical engineering, I helped to pioneer and refine a novel minimally invasive technique for removal of the bladder and urinary reconstruction. This is known as robotic cystectomy and intracorporeal urinary diversion. The entire operation is performed through small keyhole incisions. Technological advances like these aim to reduce side effects and facilitate faster recovery for our patients. I am investigating interventions before, during, and after surgery to continue to improve surgical outcomes. For example, I am studying how best to incorporate real-time imaging techniques during urologic procedures. The goal of this research is to target our patients’ disease with the highest level of precision and, ultimately, to help them live and function as normally as possible. In addition to my clinical work, I am deeply involved in education and training. I have directed surgical courses to educate other surgeons and have demonstrated operations domestically and abroad. Every person who comes to my office has a unique history and situation. That’s why I develop a systematic, evidence-based, personalized care plan for each of my patients. No matter which treatment options we pursue, I always strive to deliver care that has a strong foundation of compassion and understanding.
A urologic surgeon is a doctor with special training in surgery on the genitourinary (jeh-nih-toh-YOOR-ih-nayr-ee) (GU) system. This includes the bladder, kidney, penis, prostate, and testicles.
My Specialties
- Bladder Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Advanced Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery
- Image-Guided Surgery
Education
- MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Residencies
- Urology - Baylor College of Medicine
Awards and Honors
- Baylor College of Medicine Outstanding Faculty Teaching Award (2017)
- North American Robotic Urologic Symposium Best Video (2017)
- Houston Methodist Award for Academic Excellence (2016)
- American Urological Association National Meeting Best Abstract (2014)
- World Congress of Endourology Best Video (2013)
- University of Southern California Award for Outstanding Contribution to Teaching (2012)
Fellowships
- Advanced Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery - University of Southern California
Board Certifications
- Urology
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Dr. Goh sees patients at two locations.
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Clinical Trials
- Clinical Trials Co-Investigated by Dr. Goh
- A Phase 1b/2 Study of Immunotherapy-Based Treatments and Combinations in People With Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer
- A Phase 3 Study Comparing Intravesical BCG with Intravesical Docetaxel and Gemcitabine for Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer
Memorial Sloan Kettering's doctors and scientists are constantly developing new treatments for cancer. MSK is typically running hundreds of clinical trials at a given time.
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Search clinical trialsResearch and Publications
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Disclosures
Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.
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Alvin C. Goh discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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Medtronic
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