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Getting Out of the Fast Lane

Family, Fatherhood, Fertility, Masculinity, Parenting

The eggs didn’t fertilize. No sperm was found. The embryos fell apart in the dish. The pregnancy test was negative, again. To boot, you’re out of money and utterly and totally exhausted. Your mind is an empty room on a cold, gray day, filled only by the scattered noise of rustling leaves outside. And now... CONTINUE READING→

Beyond Hair Transplants: Top Plastic Surgeries for Men

Anxiety, Others, Psychology, Relationships, Well-being

When it comes to spending money to look good, women have got men beat, hands down. In 2014, of the 1.3 million cosmetic procedures–and the $12.9 billion Americans spent on them–women accounted for 90 percent. But things are changing: the number of cosmetic procedures (which include both surgical and non-surgical) men had is up 273... CONTINUE READING→

Pulling Specialists Together to Improve Lung Cancer Care

Advocacy, Other Cancers ,

During November, Lung Cancer Awareness Month, I’d like to share with you an example of how patient and caregiver engagement in clinical research can contribute to improving our knowledge of how best to care for patients with lung cancer. This example starts with the story of Mark Ill, a 68-year-old former owner of an air... CONTINUE READING→

8 Reasons to Ask Your Doctor for Your Electronic Health Records

Health, Public Policy, Regulatory

How EHRs Can Help You Take Control and Improve Your Health Care As medicine continues to advance and people live longer, a larger segment of the population will be pushing the boundaries of our health system. Medical professionals are squeezed for time as they try to keep up with regulations and documentation. In order to... CONTINUE READING→

Skeletons in Your Closet? Prevent the Past from Affecting Your Health Today

Health, Psychology , ,

You may be surprised when your doctor requests you get tested for Hepatitis C (HCV), but it could save your life. Chronic HCV typically goes without notice until it later causes liver disease and/or cancer. Many who have HCV have no idea, because their lifestyle has never matched the “risky” behavior linked to STD’s. However,... CONTINUE READING→

Making Mapping Matter

Family, Fatherhood, Fertility, Health, Masculinity, New Again , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

She approached the microphone slowly from the back of the room, appearing to float, wrapped in her colorful hijab. A doctor from Pakistan, she had some questions and a comment after hearing my talk. A Kind Interrogation “Your Sperm Mapping technique for azoospermic men” she stated softly, “is it done under just local anesthesia?” “Yes,” I responded.... CONTINUE READING→

Men: Tips To Improve Sexual Function

Nutrition, Sex, Sports, Stress , ,

Do you feel like your sexual function could use a boost? Fortunately, there are a number of ways men can enhance their sexual performance. This could be to either improve existing problems or find new ways to keep their partner happy. The good news is this can be done without the use of prescription medications... CONTINUE READING→

Bribery and Weight Loss: More Connected Than You’d Think

Cardio, Diabetes, Health, Nutrition

Just about anyone over the age of 10 can tell you the dangers of being overweight or obese: increased risk of developing arthritis, breathing problems (such as sleep apnea), cancer, diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, and more. Then then there are the quality of life issues: anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, sexual problems, discrimination (including lower... CONTINUE READING→