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The Prostate Health Podcast
Hosted by Garrett Pohlman, MD · EN
So the big question is this: how can men and those who care for them better educate themselves regarding prostate health, the conditions that affect the prostate, and the latest technology in managing these conditions? That is the question and this podcast will provide the answers. My name is Garrett D. Pohlman, MD, founder and host of The Prostate Health Podcast. On a weekly basis I will be chatting with experts, innovators, and leaders in the field of Urology – sharing useful information with the general public to improve their lives and increase their overall health.
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104: Improving Prostate Cancer Detection with Innovative OnQ Prostate MRI Software - Brittany Hunt
Aug 15, 202400:11:04Tap to summarizeWe are delighted to partner with Cortechs.ai to bring you this episode of the Prostate Health Podcast. Prostate MRI has become a valuable tool in enhancing the detection, localization, and staging of prostate cancer. However, current protocols come with various challenges, like inconsistent accuracy, a significant rate of missed clinically significant prostate cancers, and considerable variability in how different radiologists interpret the results. We are thrilled to have Brittany Hunt, the head of Prostate Business Development at Cortechs.ai, joining us on the show today to introduce OnQ Prostate, an innovative new prostate MRI solution. OnQ Prostate is an FDA-cleared software solution, designed to improve the precision, consistency, and reproducibility of prostate MRI. It will enable more accurate targeting and, ultimately, better treatment outcomes. Join us as Brittany dives into this groundbreaking new technology, highlighting its advantages for patients and urologists, and explaining how it will help connect patients, referring physicians, and radiologists far more effectively. Disclaimer: The Prostate Health Podcast is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as medical advice. By listening to the podcast, no physician-patient relationship has been formed. For more information and counseling, you must contact your personal physician or urologist with questions about your unique situation. Show Highlights: Brittany reviews some of the ongoing limitations of existing prostate MRIs Brittany explains what OnQ Prostate is How OnQ Prostate makes it much easier for prostate lesions to be seen The benefits of OnQ Prostate for urologists and their patients How OnQ Prostate works as a software add-on for existing MRI systems The multiple advantages of using the OnQ Prostate system for prostate cancer detection Why OnQ Prostate will help to bridge the gaps between patients, referring physicians, and radiologists How OnQ Prostate will help urologists become more accurate in detecting clinically significant prostate cancer Links: Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram - @gpohlmanmd Get your free What To Expect Guide (or find the link on our podcast website) Join our Facebook group Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitterand Instagram Go to the Prostate Health Academy to sign up. You can access Dr. Pohlman's free mini webinar, where he discusses his top three tips to promote men's prostate health, longevity, and quality of life here. OnQ Prostate Website Brittany Hunt on LinkedIn Email Brittany Hunt: bhunt@cortechs.ai
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103: Using a Robotic Procedure to Remove Prostate Tissue with the Power of Water - Jennifer E. Lloyd-Harris, MD
Jun 27, 202400:16:28Tap to summarizeWe are delighted to partner with Procept BioRobotics to bring you this episode of the Prostate Health Podcast. The primary reason men consult urologists is due to an enlarged prostate. With June being Men's Health Month, we are thrilled to welcome urologist Dr. Jennifer Lloyd-Harris on the podcast today to discuss Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a significant health issue for men, and we are excited to inform listeners about a groundbreaking water-based technology to bring men relief from their symptoms. We also have Ken, a patient of Dr. Lloyd-Harris, joining us to share his journey with BPH and his experience with the innovative aquablation procedure. Dr. Lloyd-Harris is a board-certified urologist at the Penn Medicine Urology Center in Philadelphia. She completed her urology residency training at the University of Wisconsin and now manages both benign and malignant urologic conditions. She has received training in minimally invasive surgery and the medical and surgical treatment of urinary problems and benign enlargement of the prostate. Her goal is to provide high-quality, up-to-date, and comprehensive patient-centered urologic care, and she is committed to building meaningful relationships with her patients through communication and passion. Stay tuned as Dr. Lloyd-Harris shares her insights on BPH and utilizing the aquablation procedure for treating its symptoms. Disclaimer: The Prostate Health Podcast is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as medical advice. By listening to the podcast, no physician-patient relationship has been formed. For more information and counseling, you must contact your personal physician or urologist with questions about your unique situation. Show Highlights: Dr. Lloyd-Harris explains what BPH is Some of the symptoms men may experience from BPH. Complications that could occur in men with an enlarged prostate The issues Dr. Lloyd-Harris has seen with some of the initial treatment options for men with BPH The factors Dr. Lloyd-Harris takes into account when guiding men with treatment selections for BPH Dr. Lloyd-Harris explains how aquablation technology works. Dr. Lloyd-Harris shares her initial motivation for utilizing aquablation technology. Which men would be considered appropriate candidates for aquablation? What men can expect with the aquablation procedure Some of the risks that may be associated with the aquablation procedure Ken shares his experience with aquablation therapy and explains how he was able to return to work just two weeks after having the procedure done. Links: Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram - @gpohlmanmd Get your free What To Expect Guide (or find the link on our podcast website) Join our Facebook group Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram Go to the Prostate Health Academy to sign up. You can access Dr. Pohlman's free mini webinar, where he discusses his top three tips to promote men's prostate health, longevity, and quality of life here. Procept BioRobotics Penn Medicine Urology Center
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102: Penile Rehab: Erectile Dysfunction after Prostatectomy – Helen L. Bernie, DO, MPH
Jun 20, 202400:23:25Tap to summarizeMen have many challenges to deal with when battling prostate cancer, including managing the side effects of their treatment. One common issue men face after a radical prostatectomy is erectile dysfunction. As June is Men's Health Month, we are fortunate to have men's health expert Dr. Helen Bernie joining us today to provide a modern perspective on restoring erectile function post-prostatectomy through penile rehabilitation. Dr. Bernie is a board-certified and fellowship-trained urologist. She is the Director of Sexual and Reproductive Medicine, the Andrology Fellowship Program Director, and the Assistant Professor of Urology at the Indiana University School of Medicine, where she teaches medical students. She is passionate about men's health, cancer survivorship, and fertility preservation, and she treats all aspects of men's health, including male sexual dysfunctions and infertility. Dr. Bernie completed her residency in urology at the University of Rochester Medical Center and did a two-year fellowship in sexual and reproductive medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre and New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical College. She has presented award-winning research on sexual medicine, testosterone replacement, prostate cancer, and male fertility. Stay tuned as Dr. Bernie shares her expert insights and practical advice on how men can reclaim their sexual health after prostate cancer treatment. Disclaimer: The Prostate Health Podcast is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as medical advice. By listening to the podcast, no physician-patient relationship has been formed. For more information and counseling, you must contact your personal physician or urologist with questions about your unique situation. Show Highlights: How prostate removal or prostate cancer may affect men's sexual function How often does erectile dysfunction occur after a radical prostatectomy? Dr. Bernie shares some of the many options available for men to regain erectile function after a prostatectomy. Some of the barriers that exist in instituting penile rehabilitation Dr. Bernie shares her current approach to penile rehabilitation. Why it is crucial for anyone diagnosed with prostate cancer or experiencing erectile dysfunction to find out what a penile rehabilitation program is and what it involves. Links: Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram - @gpohlmanmd Get your free What To Expect Guide (or find the link on our podcast website) Join our Facebook group Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram Go to the Prostate Health Academy to sign up. You can access Dr. Pohlman's free mini webinar, where he discusses his top three tips to promote men's prostate health, longevity, and quality of life here. Indiana University School of Medicine Indiana University Andrology Fellowship Program Indiana University Urology Services
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101: Reshaping the Way We Manage BPH – Rahul Mehan, MD
Jun 6, 202400:20:26Tap to summarizeWe are delighted to partner with Olympus America for this episode of the Prostate Health Podcast. Minimally invasive surgical therapies (MIST) have revolutionized treatment options for men suffering from symptoms of an enlarged prostate. So, we are excited to have urologist Dr. Rahul Mehan joining us today to bring our listeners up to speed on the iTind™ procedure. Dr. Mehan is a nationally recognized expert in minimally invasive urology treatments and the Founder of East Valley Urology Center in Mesa, Arizona. In his practice, he provides state-of-the-art urologic care, using the latest technology to improve the quality of life of his patients. He led several workshops at the national meeting of the American Urologic Association in San Antonio earlier this year and frequently gets invited to teach surgery across the US. He is also a social media influencer, providing enjoyable educational content. Stay tuned as Dr. Mehan shares the low-down on the iTind™ procedure, highlighting its safety and explaining how it provides rapid symptomatic relief while preserving the sexual function of men with enlarged prostates. Disclaimer: The Prostate Health Podcast is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as medical advice. By listening to the podcast, no physician-patient relationship has been formed. For more information and counseling, you must contact your personal physician or urologist with questions about your unique situation. Pertinent disclosure for today’s episode – Dr. Mehan is a paid consultant for Olympus. The following are the opinions of Dr. Mehan based upon his education and personal experiences and are not those of Olympus. Show Highlights: Explanation of what the iTind™ device is Dr. Mehan was one of the first urologists to utilize the iTind™ technology in his region. How men have recently been taking a stance against medications with sexual side effects Which men are ideal iTind™ candidates? What are the risks associated with theiTind™ procedure? How the iTind™differs from other currently available MIST interventions Expectations from the iTind™procedure What recovery looks like after the iTind™ procedure, in terms of device removal, potential limitations, and symptomatic improvement Dr. Mehan shares some of the clinical pearls he gained from his iTind™ experience. Links: Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram - @gpohlmanmd Get your free What To Expect Guide (or find the link on our podcast website) Join our Facebook group Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram Go to the Prostate Health Academy to sign up. You can access Dr. Pohlman’s free mini webinar, where he discusses his top three tips to promote men’s prostate health, longevity, and quality of life here. Olympus America iTind™ East Valley Urology Center, Mesa, Arizona
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100: ProudP Uroflow Mobile App: Measuring Prostate and Urinary Health - Catherine Song, Ph.D.
May 2, 202400:21:08Tap to summarizeWe are delighted to partner with Soundable Health for our milestone 100th episode of the Prostate Health Podcast! Did you know that you can now monitor the health of your prostate and bladder in the comfort of your home? We have a special guest, Dr. Catherine Song, joining us today to introduce and guide you through the features of a cutting-edge new mobile app called proudP, which has demonstrated its value for men as a personal prostate health monitor, and for urologists, providing valuable uroflow data without the need for expensive and cumbersome equipment. Dr. Song is the Founder and CEO of Soundable Health, a digital health startup developing digital audible biomarkers. Dr. Song has a Ph.D. in electrical and electronics engineering from Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. She brings a wealth of experience to the show, having served previously as the Chief Operating Officer at HUINNO, a Boston Seoul-based digital health startup, and as a member of the digital health advisory committee at the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety for two years. She also spent over ten years as a Senior Strategic Operations Manager at Lam Research Corporation, a NASDAQ company and global leader in semiconductor equipment, and in various technology and product leadership roles in LG Electronics in the high technology and consumer electronics field. Stay tuned to learn all you need to know about the innovative new proudP mobile app. Disclaimer: The Prostate Health Podcast is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as medical advice. By listening to the podcast, no physician-patient relationship has been formed. For more information and counseling, you must contact your personal physician or urologist with questions about your unique situation. Show Highlights: Dr. Song explains how AI detects subtle changes in urine flow and sound to measure flow speed and amount with proudP Dr. Song shares the story behind proudP The limitations of office-based uroflow practices The accuracy of the uroflow data captured with proudP Why objective data is essential for BPH treatments The implications for urologists of implementing the proudP technology within the urology space Where can the proudP app be obtained? Links: Get your free What To Expect Guide or find the link on our podcast website. Join our Facebook group. Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram. (@gpohlmanmd) Go to the Prostate Health Academy to sign up. You can access Dr. Pohlman’s free mini webinar, where he discusses his top three tips to promote men’s prostate health, longevity, and quality of life here. Soundable Health proudP
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99: Key Takeaways: Society of Benign Prostate Disease 2024 Annual Meeting - Kevin C. Zorn, MD, FRCSC, FACS
Mar 7, 202400:28:00Tap to summarizeI was recently honored to be a guest speaker among the innovators, stakeholders, and pioneering minds in managing benign prostate hyperplasia at the annual assembly of the Society of Benign Prostate Disease, held in Dallas this February. Today, I am delighted to have one of the Society of Benign Prostate Disease board of directors, Dr. Kevin Zorn, joining me to share an insider perspective as we review the key takeaways from the meeting and bring you up to speed on the latest technologies for evaluating and managing BPH. We will also offer a sneak peek into several new advancements coming down the pipeline. Dr. Kevin Zorn, from the BPH Canada Clinic in Montreal, is a board-certified urologist and former Associate Professor of Urology at the Universities of Montreal and Chicago, sub-specializing in robotic surgery and BPH surgical care. Throughout his career, Dr. Zorn has been committed to research and innovation. He was the first in Canada and Quebec to use many new BPH technologies, including Greenlight XPS, Rezum, ITind, Optilume, and aquablation. Dr. Zorn is a senior author of the BPH guidelines for the Canadian Urological Association, having authored 345 peer-reviewed publications and 12 book chapters on BPH and minimally invasive surgical care. He has lectured, taught, and practiced surgery globally and is intimately involved in developing several new pioneering BPH technologies. Stay tuned for the latest insights and breakthroughs as we unveil the future of BPH management. Disclaimer: The Prostate Health Podcast is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as medical advice. By listening to the podcast, no physician-patient relationship has been formed. For more information and counseling, you must contact your personal physician or urologist with questions about your unique situation. Show Highlights: Dr. Zorn shares some highlights from his presentation on the evaluation of BPH in the modern clinic setting How new technology, like mobile apps and point-of-care ultrasound, can improve the diagnosis and treatment times for BPH Explanation of the UroCuff technology Discussion of the latest technology that has been available over the last year for interventional management of BPH The importance of knowing the personal preferences of patients when selecting their treatment options for BPH The benefits of aquablation technology Dr. Zorn discusses the evolution of BPH treatment Why urologists must remain flexible in their approach to BPH care The importance stay up-to-date with the latest BPH technology and guidelines The potential of AI to empower urologists and improve patient care Links: Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram - @gpohlmanmd Get your free What To Expect Guide (or find the link on our podcast website) Join our Facebook group Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram Go to the Prostate Health Academy to sign up. You can access Dr. Pohlman’s free mini webinar, where he discusses his top three tips to promote men’s prostate health, longevity, and quality of life here. BPH Canada Society of Benign Prostate Disease
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98: Biodegradable Balloon System to Revolutionize Rectal Protection During Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy – Jonathan D. Tward, MD, PhD
Feb 1, 202400:26:51Tap to summarizeWeighing the possible side effects of prostate cancer treatments while considering various treatment options can be a daunting challenge for men and their loved ones. We are excited to partner with BioProtect for this episode, with our distinguished guest, Dr. Jonathan Tward, a Radiation Oncologist and tenured professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Utah Health. Dr. Tward will fill us in on a progressive new technology that aims to minimize both short and long-term side effects of radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Dr. Tward is a highly regarded authority and key opinion leader in the management of prostate cancer. He earned a Ph.D. in biochemistry at UCLA, a Medical Degree at Tufts University in Boston, and he completed his radiation oncology residency training at the University of Utah. He holds the Vincent P. and Janet Manzini Presidential Endowed Chair at Huntsman Cancer Institute in genitourinary malignancies. Dr. Tward specializes in delivering precisely targeted radiation therapy for numerous genitourinary malignancies, including prostate cancer. He utilizes various advanced technologies, including intensity-modulated radiotherapy, image-guided radiotherapy, stereotactic body radiotherapy, and low and high-dose-rate brachytherapy. Dr. Tward has contributed to over 100 published peer-reviewed journal articles. He also actively serves on the National Comprehensive Cancer Network clinical practice guidelines committees for prostate, bladder, and penile cancers. Disclaimer: The Prostate Health Podcast is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this podcast should be construed as medical advice. By listening to the podcast, no physician-patient relationship has been formed. For more information and counseling, you must contact your personal physician or urologist with questions about your unique situation. Links: Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram - @gpohlmanmd Get your free What To Expect Guide (or find the link on our podcast website) Join our Facebook group Follow Dr. Pohlman on Twitter and Instagram Go to the Prostate Health Academy to sign up. You can access Dr. Pohlman’s free mini webinar, where he discusses his top three tips to promote men’s prostate health, longevity, and quality of life here. Connect with Dr. Tward Dr. Jonathan D. Tward BioProtect BioTech Balloon Spacer Procedure Video Symmetry, Visibility, and Control: The Advantages of the BioProtect Balloon in Prostate Cancer Treatment - Edward Soffen VideoAvailable Rectal Spacer Options for Patients With Prostate Cancer Undergoing Radiation Therapy Video Urology Times Video
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