Rena Malik, MD Podcast

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Rena Malik, MD Podcast

Show Notes

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik was joined by Dr. Richard Natale, Dr. Rachel Mann, and Dr. Paul Rusilko and the conversation focused on the comprehensive evaluation and management of erectile dysfunction, including diagnostic workups, the role of penile Doppler, and the impact of underlying health conditions and medications. Several points were raised about the importance of individualized treatment plans, addressing pelvic floor dysfunction, and the effects of lifestyle factors like cycling and masturbation.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Diagnostic workup for ED00:44 Role of penile Doppler02:01 Venous leak discussion06:45 Treatment options for venous leak08:09 Clinic quality concerns11:08 Can reversing health conditions help ED?13:05 Medications causing ED14:55 Combination/off-label therapies15:50 Cycling and erectile dysfunction17:39 Pelvic floor dysfunction19:37 Depression and erectile dysfunction22:37 Death grip syndrome & masturbation habits27:13 Semen retention myths30:21 Oral medications and ED treatments

Stay connected with Dr. Richard Natale, Dr. Rachel Mann, and Dr. Paul Rusilko on social media for daily insights and updates. Don’t miss out—follow them now and check out these links!

Dr. Richard Natale INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/cltmenshealth/ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/DrRichardNatale/ YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7f0TcwCph3edIWVsXeyFRw

Dr. Rachel Mann INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/you_the_mann/ X - https://x.com/You_the_Mann?lang=en

Dr. Paul Rusilko INSTAGRAM:

https://www.instagram.com/drpaulrusilko/

https://www.instagram.com/upmcurology/

X:

https://x.com/UPMCUrolog

https://x.com/PaulRusilko

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