Dr. James A. Eastham

Dr. James Eastham, MD, is a distinguished urologic oncologist and internationally recognized expert in the surgical management of prostate and other genitourinary cancers. He is Chief of the Urology Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Professor of Urology at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Eastham earned his medical degree from the University of Southern California School of Medicine, completed his residency at the University of California, Los Angeles, and received fellowship training in urologic oncology at Baylor College of Medicine. Board-certified in Urology, he provides expert care for patients with prostate, bladder, kidney, and testicular cancers, with a particular focus on robotic and open surgical techniques.

Dr. Eastham is known for his contributions to improving outcomes in radical prostatectomy and his research on prostate cancer progression, biomarkers, and quality-of-life outcomes. He has led and collaborated on numerous clinical trials assessing surgical innovations and treatment strategies for localized and advanced prostate cancer. His work has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals, and he is frequently invited to lecture at international conferences. He plays a key role in national cancer treatment guidelines and clinical protocol development, advancing best practices in genitourinary oncology.

Beyond his clinical and research excellence, Dr. Eastham is a dedicated mentor and educator to medical students, residents, and fellows. He is an active member of several professional societies, including the American Urological Association and the Society of Urologic Oncology, where he contributes to leadership, education, and advocacy efforts. Through his commitment to surgical precision, compassionate patient care, and translational research, Dr. Eastham remains at the forefront of innovation in urologic oncology.