Men’s Clinic
The Men’s Clinic at Akasha serves the healthcare needs of all men during each phase of their life. We utilize advanced diagnostic testing along with evidence-based natural therapies, in conjunction with conventional medicine, to treat disease and to prevent future problems. Every patient coming to the men’s clinic is evaluated by one of the two physician directors of the program, Edison de Mello, MD or Myles Spar, MD. Both have particular expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of men’s health conditions.
Drs. De Mello and Spar can see patients for consultations on a particular concern or for a general evaluation in order to formulate an overall health optimization or healthy aging plan.
Annual Exam and Physical
At this 60-minute appointment, our doctors perform a thorough physical exam and order whatever tests or studies are needed to assess your current health status and to make recommendations for staying well throughout the year. It is the goal of the Men’s Clinic to make this a complete, comfortable and empowering experience, allowing time for questions and discussion.
Men’s Wellness Program
During your initial 60-minute consultation, our doctors listen to your specific health concerns, take a thorough health history and perform physical exams and laboratory tests in order to evaluate your current health and hormonal status. At your follow up appointment you will be provided with a personalized treatment plan that addresses both your current health concerns and provides the preventative strategies to optimize your health and wellness.
While many different conditions are treated at Akasha’s Men’s Clinic, some common conditions addressed are:
- Low testosterone / Hypogonadism
Testosterone is the primary male hormone and is vital for energy, feelings of well-being and libido. Levels of testosterone decline with age starting at age 35 and are lowered in men with many chronic health issues such as high cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, and HIV disease. Low testosterone can contribute to osteoporosis and problems with the cardiovascular system, as hormones have important effects throughout the body. There are safe and natural ways to increase testosterone levels, leading to profound improvements in your quality of life, mood, sexual interest and performance.
- Chronic prostatitis and other prostate disorders
Prostatitis is an infection of the prostate gland that can frequently go undetected, yet can contribute to ill health including pain and erectile dysfunction. Other prostate issues including benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) and prostate cancer are common and important that they be detected and treated. The Men’s Clinic at Akasha will educate you on symptoms to watch for and perform testing to be sure there are no prostate related issues requiring treatment.
- Low libido
Low libido is a common problem found in men. This can be due to physical factors, stress, nutritional issues or the presence of chronic medical conditions. Libido is important for a sense of well-being and because sex is an important way to achieve intimacy and fulfillment in general. The Men’s Clinic at Akasha will work with you to identify the underlying issues causing lowered libido and to address them with you.
- Depression
Male depression is a serious condition that is frequently undiagnosed. Depression can be triggered by financial stress, relationship issues or even changes in the seasons. Many men feel they should just be able to “deal with it” on their own, so don’t recognize the problem or seek help. This can lead to serious consequences and obviously impact a man’s entire sense of well-being. Depression does
affect physical health. It causes the stress system to stay activated which can damage the heart and generally leads to careless behavior. At Akasha we have a specific team including psychotherapists and medical doctors who will work together to identify and treat mild or major depression with or without western medications.
- Cardiovascular disease
Men are at higher risk for cardiovascular disease than women. Risk factors include poor diet, being overweight, family history of heart disease or stroke, hypertension, diabetes, HIV and age above 50. At the Akasha Men’s Clinic, we use advanced testing to identify early signs of cardiovascular disease. We utilize evidence-based natural therapies as well as western medications to work with you to
optimize your ability to prevent consequences such as heart attack or stroke or to help in the recovery and prevention of future problems if any heart problems have already arisen.
- Anal Cancer
Anal cancer is caused by the same virus (Human Papilloma Virus) that causes cervical cancer, and there are proven methods to screen for early pre-cancerous lesions. Every man who has a history of genital warts, of HIV or of having sex with men should be screened annually for such lesions, which can be easily treated if found early. Left unchecked, anal cancer can be disastrous. At the Men’s Clinic at Akasha, we utilize a more advanced technique than most, called anoscopy, to identify and treat even the earliest signs of anal cancer.
The Men’s Clinic at Akasha uses the following therapies:
- Allopathic medicine (western prescriptions, diagnostic imaging, hospitalization and/or co-management with specialists)
- Nutritional counseling, promoting a Mediterranean diet to decrease inflammation and reduce risk of cardiovascular disease
- Lifestyle modifications
- Detoxification
- Botanical Medicine
- Nutritional Supplements
- Homeopathy
- Psychotherapy
- Physical therapy and exercise counseling
- Physical Medicine: (including: Osteopathic assessment and manipulation;
- Craniosacral therapy; Massage; Reflexology)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs
- Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy