SexMed
Talking to a patient about sexual health can be as uncomfortable for the medical professional as it may be for the patient. This groundbreaking series is dedicated to helping healthcare professionals address the needs of the estimated 30-45 percent of patients who may be suffering from issues related to this under-discussed but critical aspect of patient care. SexMed presents the latest advances and current perspectives in this field, reminding us all that sexual health is integral to general health. Topics examine a wide range of physical, psychological, and sociocultural issues that impact sexual function and health.
Episodes
Guest: Megan Arnot
Menopause is an inevitable transition in every woman’s life, but what if engaging in a basic physiological need like sex could delay its onset? Researching this potential connection is Megan Arnot, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Anthropology at the University College London. As the lead author of the study, she walks us through her findings and the range ...
Guest: Alexander W. Pastuszak, MD, PhD
Put your knowledge of male infertility diagnosis and treatment strategies to the test with Dr. Alexander Pastuszak, an Assistant Professor at the University of Utah School of Medicine, as he breaks down its common causes and how we can improve care for our male patients.
Guest: Alexander W. Pastuszak, MD, PhD
Even though hypogonadism is common among men, there are still some misconceptions surrounding it. So to learn more about how we can better diagnose and treat hypogonadism in our male patients, Dr. Paul Doghramji sits down with Dr. Alexander Pastuszak, an Assistant Professor at the University of Utah School of Medicine.
Providing the best care to your patients goes hand in hand with being aware of all the updates surrounding sexual health disorders, but unfortunately, this is often easier said than done. To help you make the most out of your limited time with patients, Founder and Director Emeritus of the Columbus Center for Women’s Health Research Dr. David Portman shares tips on how you can stay curr...
While at the ReachMD Innovation Theater in Chicago, Founder and Director Emeritus of the Columbus Center for Women’s Health Research Dr. David Portman provided us with his perspective on using PRP injections and alprostadil topically for patients with anorgasmia.
For the one in eight women who will develop breast cancer in their lifetime and for the three million breast cancer survivors, what’s the best way to manage genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM)? Founder and Director Emeritus of the Columbus Center for Women’s Health Research Dr. David Portman explains the rationale behind his approach.
Guest: David J. Portman, MD
Recorded live during ReachMD's Innovation Theater in Chicago, Illinois, Founder and Director Emeritus of the Columbus Center for Women’s Health Research Dr. David Portman joins Dr. Matt Birnholz to share his tips for getting past the taboo and providing sexual health counseling and treatment to your patients.
Guest: Neilanjan Nandi, MD
From the ReachMD studios in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, host Dr. Robert Frankel talks with Dr. Neilanjan Nandi, Assistant Professor in the Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology and Associate Director of the Gastroenterology Fellowship program at Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Nandi shares new insights on how to approach sexual a...
Guest: Aiden Harrington, ANP, CNM
Current CDC Treatment Guidelines include transgender men and women as special populations. These guidelines recommend risk assessment based on current anatomy and sexual behaviors and screening for asymptomatic STIs based on the patient's history and sexual practices. At a recent live event recorded in Chicago, moderator Dr. Matt T. Rosenberg ...
Feminine hygiene, though an important part of daily life, is rarely discussed openly,not even in clinical settings. Host Dr. Michael Krychman sits down with Dr Alyssa Dweck, practicing gynecologist in New York and Assistant Clinical Professor at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine. They give essential tips for clinicians on how to talk to patients about feminine hygiene.
The primary purpose of contraception is to separate sex from procreation. However, sexual function is rarely addressed or considered in the context of making contraceptive choices. Dr. Michael Krychman speaks with Dr. Rachel Perry, Assistant Professor of OB/GYN at the University of California-Irvine, about the various complex sexual health impacts of oral contraceptives, IUDs, condoms, a...
Dr. Michael Krychman welcomes Mary Jo Rapini, a psychotherapist specializing in intimacy, sex and relationships who maintains a private practice in Houston, TX. Ms. Rapini co-authored RE-COUPLING: A Couple’s 4-step Guide to Greater Intimacy and Better Sex.
Flibanserin was one of the first FDA-approved medications for treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in pre-menopausal women. But the drug's effectiveness has frequently been called into question, and the known side effects such as fainting, dizziness, and low blood pressure, many of which were found to be exacerbated by alcohol and hormonal contraception, created concerns f...
Ovarian cancer is among the most highly prevalent and deadly cancers in existence, and in the struggle to care for patients and protect their quality of life, clinical standards in diagnostic screening and treatment protocols must change frequently. Joining host Dr. Michael Krychman to discuss advances in treatment and prevention of ovarian cancer, with special focus on sexual health pri...
There are many herbs and supplements that have gained popularity as natural sexual aphrodisiacs. While many are sold over the counter nationwide to enhance sexual function, a surprising number of supplements can cause ranges of serious side effects. Which aphrodisiacs have been proven effective, which are safe, and which are potentially deadly? Host Dr. Michael Krychman joins Dr. Elizabe...
Clinicians play an important role in helping patients understand and navigate issues around the use of sexual accessories to help improve sexual health for both men and women. With expertise in underlying issues such as vaginal dryness and discomfort with sex, health experts can better advise patients on which products to seek versus avoid. Host Dr. Michael Krychman joins guest Dr. Barb ...
Women who experience low libido often feel embarrassed, lonely, and unsure where to turn or with whom to confide. Left unaddressed, this issue can have devastating effects on relationships. Dr. Michael Krychman sits down with Amanda Parrish, nationally recognized patient advocate for women's sexual health, to talk about hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) and the need for clini...
Monogamous relationships are firmly embedded in the framework of our society, and yet the divorce rate and common failures of intimacy in long-term relationships challenges the efficacy of this paradigm. Oddly, the concept of monogamy has been virtually ignored by health professionals. Why are issues in sexual relationships getting the silent treatment in healthcare, and what can be done...
Dr. Michael Krychman interviews Dr. Brett Worly, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Ohio State University School of Medicine. Dr. Worly talks about successful integrations of sexual medicine into evaluative, diagnostic, and treatment protocols in women's health practice, and how this progression led to the formation of a novel women's sexual health clinic a...
Host Dr. Michael Krychman welcomes Dr. Risa Kagan to discuss the intimacy and sexuality issues that patients face when they are dealing with fragility fractures. Dr. Kagan is Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco. Since October 2005, she has been practicing gynecology with the East Bay Physicians Medical Gro...
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