Every year in the United States, more than a half million men make the decision to have a vasectomy, ostensibly deciding to eliminate the chances of causing a pregnancy in the future. But statistics show about five to 10 percent of those men wind up changing their minds later, opting to undergo a second procedure […]
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If you read the other two articles in this newsletter, you probably realized that I had two heaping helpings of music to feed my insatiable appetite. However, I did spend a lot of time learning along the way. Going to medical meetings is one of the many ways a physician keeps his skills honed. Although […]
I was recently at a medical meeting in Nashville, and I had the opportunity to see Mark Moyad, MD, MPH. Dr. Moyad is a leading expert in dietary supplements and is the author of “The Supplement Handbook.” During his lecture, he said, “If a supplement has an effect, than it’s a drug; if it doesn’t […]
The Internet is always right, except on April 1st. At least that’s what my son says. Earlier this month, he pointed out something interesting: April Fools’ Day is the only day that people seem to question the Internet. Of course he was joking, but when should we question what we read online? We are so […]
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Advanced prostate cancer usually means men with metastatic prostate cancer that has spread far from the prostate or shows signs of growing after using hormone therapy. Being diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer can be both shocking and overwhelming. If you receive this diagnosis, we recommend following these steps. 1. Ask any questions you may have. […]
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A few different events, such as childbirth or pelvic surgery, can place a woman at a higher risk for a vaginal prolapse. This is a medical condition when the support system in the vagina fails to do its job, allowing the upper part of the organ to drop down into the vaginal canal, or outside of […]
The testes and prostate are essential parts of the male reproductive system. Both organs can develop cancer, with differences in symptoms, growth, and treatment. Testicular Cancer Testicular cancer is a relatively uncommon cancer that would typically occur in males who are between the ages of 15 and 34. When diagnosed early, it is very treatable. An […]
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in ten individuals in the United States have some form of chronic kidney disease. The disease is growing among people aged 60 and older. In many cases, you can lose a significant amount of your kidney function before you even experience any signs or […]
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Although finding blood in your urine can be frightening, it does not necessarily point to a serious issue. This medical condition, known as hematuria, can be caused by a number of different factors, some more serious than others. Only a medical professional will be able to definitively say which one is impacting a particular patient. […]
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All men can develop prostate cancer, and the level of risk increases with age. However, some men are more likely to get prostate cancer than others. According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, African-American men are 1.6 times more likely to develop prostate cancer than their Caucasian counterparts. They are also 2.4 times more likely to […]
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Vasectomy Reversal: One step at a time
/in BlogEvery year in the United States, more than a half million men make the decision to have a vasectomy, ostensibly deciding to eliminate the chances of causing a pregnancy in the future. But statistics show about five to 10 percent of those men wind up changing their minds later, opting to undergo a second procedure […]
How Surgeons Learn
/in Blog, Innovations in Minimally Invasive SurgeryIf you read the other two articles in this newsletter, you probably realized that I had two heaping helpings of music to feed my insatiable appetite. However, I did spend a lot of time learning along the way. Going to medical meetings is one of the many ways a physician keeps his skills honed. Although […]
Are Supplements Drugs In Disguise?
/in Blog, Health and WellnessI was recently at a medical meeting in Nashville, and I had the opportunity to see Mark Moyad, MD, MPH. Dr. Moyad is a leading expert in dietary supplements and is the author of “The Supplement Handbook.” During his lecture, he said, “If a supplement has an effect, than it’s a drug; if it doesn’t […]
The Internet Is Always Right
/in Blog, From Dr. MillerThe Internet is always right, except on April 1st. At least that’s what my son says. Earlier this month, he pointed out something interesting: April Fools’ Day is the only day that people seem to question the Internet. Of course he was joking, but when should we question what we read online? We are so […]
What to do when diagnosed with Advanced Prostate Cancer
/in BlogAdvanced prostate cancer usually means men with metastatic prostate cancer that has spread far from the prostate or shows signs of growing after using hormone therapy. Being diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer can be both shocking and overwhelming. If you receive this diagnosis, we recommend following these steps. 1. Ask any questions you may have. […]
Vaginal Prolapse: symptoms and treatment options
/in BlogA few different events, such as childbirth or pelvic surgery, can place a woman at a higher risk for a vaginal prolapse. This is a medical condition when the support system in the vagina fails to do its job, allowing the upper part of the organ to drop down into the vaginal canal, or outside of […]
How is testicular cancer different from prostate cancer?
/in BlogThe testes and prostate are essential parts of the male reproductive system. Both organs can develop cancer, with differences in symptoms, growth, and treatment. Testicular Cancer Testicular cancer is a relatively uncommon cancer that would typically occur in males who are between the ages of 15 and 34. When diagnosed early, it is very treatable. An […]
The importance of early detection when treating kidney disease
/in BlogAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in ten individuals in the United States have some form of chronic kidney disease. The disease is growing among people aged 60 and older. In many cases, you can lose a significant amount of your kidney function before you even experience any signs or […]
What does it mean if blood is in your urine?
/in BlogAlthough finding blood in your urine can be frightening, it does not necessarily point to a serious issue. This medical condition, known as hematuria, can be caused by a number of different factors, some more serious than others. Only a medical professional will be able to definitively say which one is impacting a particular patient. […]
Are African-American men more at risk for prostate cancer?
/in BlogAll men can develop prostate cancer, and the level of risk increases with age. However, some men are more likely to get prostate cancer than others. According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, African-American men are 1.6 times more likely to develop prostate cancer than their Caucasian counterparts. They are also 2.4 times more likely to […]