OBJECTIVE: To survey a sample of consecutive new prostate cancer patients attending the multidisciplinary clinic at the Toronto Sunnybrook Regional Cancer Centre (TSRCC). To assess the reason for their initial investigation, what treatment they received, the reason for their referral, their opinion and expectations prior to their referral to the TSRCC. To compare their choice of treatment with the reason for their referral, and the treatment recommended prior to their visit to the TSRCC.