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Friday Jul 13, 2018
Friday Jul 13, 2018
Dr. Christopher K. Livingston, M.D., F.A.C.S., P.A., who has been helping patients achieve their goals through state-of-the-art-technologies since he opened his private practice located in Houston, TX in 2003 joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Christopher K. Livingston discuss the following:
What is gynecomastia?
What are the factors that cause gynecomastia?
What happens during gynecomastia surgery?
Who is the ideal candidate for the gynecomastia procedure?
What is the recovery process like? What can patients expect?
At Livingston Plastic Surgery, renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon Christopher K. Livingston, M.D., F.A.C.S., P.A., has been helping patients achieve their goals through state-of-the-art-technologies since he opened his private practice located in Houston, TX in 2003.
A board certified member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) since 2005, Dr. Livingston was re-certified in 2015 and has extensive experience and expertise in multiple areas of plastic surgery. Dr. Livingston is also affiliated with the Memorial Herman Hospital System.
Dr. Livingston also serves as Assistant Clinical Professor, in the division of plastic surgery at University of Texas School of Medicine. His responsibilities include: teaching, training and lecturing to plastic surgery residents.
Providing cosmetic surgery to the Houston area for several years, Dr. Livingston and his staff understand the importance a positive plastic surgery experience can have on a person’s life. With an extensive list of surgical options for his patients, Dr. Livingston offers several cosmetic procedures for the face, breasts, and body.
Website: http://www.drchrislivingston.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivingstonPlasticSurgery Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivingstonMD G+: https://plus.google.com/+LivingstonPlasticSurgeryHouston
Saturday Apr 07, 2018
Saturday Apr 07, 2018
Dr. David Samadi, Chairman of Urology and Chief of Robotic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and the inventor of the “Samadi Modified Advanced Robotic Technique,” a minimally invasive robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy joins eHealth Radio and the Cancer Prevention and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. David Samadi discuss the following:
What are some of the unique and different skills you have, as a doctor?
How do you interact positively with support staff?
How do you remain current in your medical training?
How do you encourage patients to proactively manage their health and improve their habits?
Dr. David Samadi was born in Iran in 1964. He was forced to leave the Jewish community he was raised in because the country became embroiled in the Iranian Revolution in 1979. At the age of 15, Dr. Samadi made his way to Belgium and then London with his younger brother. When he was able to finally make it to the United States, he entered high school in Roslyn, New York. After he graduated from high school, Dr. Samadi attended Stony Brook University where he studied for a degree in biochemistry on a full scholarship. He attended Stony Brook School of Medicine and received his M.D. degree in 1994. While he was at Montefiore Medical Center, Dr. Samadi received training in urology. He obtained his training in proctology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center.In 2001, Dr. Samadi finished his oncology fellowship in the area of proctology while he was at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. In 2002, he traveled to France to study at Henri Mondor Hospital Creteil where he undertook a radical prostatectomy fellowship. During this time, he studied under Professor Claude Abbou. Dr. Samadi invented his own robotic technique for performing prostatic surgery, and he called it “Samadi Modified Advanced Robotic Treatment” or SMART. Ordinarily, this type of cancer is known to be extremely deadly, but when Dr. Samadi used his SMART technique to treat his patients, nearly 90 percent of them could be declared to be free of cancer. Because of his dramatic success as a surgeon, New York Magazine put his name on its “Best Doctors List.” His name is also on the Castle Connolly “America’s Top Doctors List.”
Website: http://samadimd.com | http://prostatecancer911.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidSamadi Twitter: https://twitter.com/drdavidsamadi
Wednesday Oct 25, 2017
Wednesday Oct 25, 2017
Dr. Greg Sommer, Chief Scientific Officer at Sandstone Diagnostics, the inventor of Trak’s Male Fertility Testing System joins eHealth Radio and the Mens Health & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Greg Sommer discuss the following:
What was the genesis of developing Trak?
Did you invent it?
How easy is it to use?
Can results vary over time?
What other medical devices have you worked on?
What does Sandstone Diagnostics specialize in?
Is there anything else like Trak on the market?
Do you have other new products on the horizon?
Greg Sommer, PhD is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Sandstone Diagnostics, a Bay Area diagnostic and digital health company developing sophisticated connected wellness products that allow consumers to measure, monitor, and improve key health markers at home. Sandstone's Trak® Male Fertility Testing System allows men to measure, track, and improve sperm count at home to boost a couple's chances of conception.Dr. Sommer was recognized as a 2015 Bay Area "40 Under 40" by Diablo Magazine and has won numerous entrepreneurial competitions including the 2017 MedCity Invest Pitch Competition, 2016 Molecular Med Tri-Con Swimming with the Sharks Competition, the 2015 UPS X-Port Challenge, and the 2013 Sierra Nevada Innovation Challenge. Sandstone was also named a 2014 "Most Innovative Life Science Company" by the San Francisco Business Times.Prior to founding Sandstone, Dr. Sommer was a Senior Research Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories where he led R&D in point-of-care diagnostic technologies for biodefense and emergency preparedness applications, most notably the Sandia SpinDx system. He is a co-inventor on 18 patents in microfluidic and clinical diagnostic technologies, has secured $6M+ in research grants as Principal Investigator for NIH, DOE, USDA, and DOD projects, and co-authored 11 peer-reviewed publications.A North Dakota native, Dr. Sommer received his PhD and MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, and BS from Iowa State University.
Website: www.trakfertility.com
Social Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SandstoneDiagnostics Twitter: https://twitter.com/TrakHQ
Thursday Oct 12, 2017
Thursday Oct 12, 2017
Kelli Young, a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Sex Therapist, and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist in Toronto, Canada and developer behind the bee2gether vibe joins eHealth Radio and the Family and Marriage Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Kelli Young discuss the following:
What is the bee2gether vibe and why did you create it?
What kind of research did you do when you developed bee2gether vibe?
In your practice, what are some of the most common issues couples have regarding intimacy?
What are some of the tips you give your clients on a regular basis regarding increasing sexual pleasure?
How do men enjoy the bee2gether vibe?
Kelli Young MEd, BScOT, OTReg.(Ont), RP, RMFT, RST is a Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Sex Therapist, and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist. She is also a Registered Occupational Therapist and a well-respected clinician with more than 25 years of experience, both in the public and private sectors.As a strong believer of the importance of life-long learning, Kelli routinely participates in courses and training activities to enhance her therapeutic skills. Additionally, she has authored articles in both professional journals and the media, lectured internationally on topics related to sexuality and couple relationships and has received numerous awards for her excellence in the field of sex therapy.
Kelli practices in Toronto, Canada where she works with individuals and couples, helping them to overcome obstacles and build intimacy and connection in their relationships.
Kelli has been happily married for more than 22 years and lives in Toronto with her husband and two teenage daughters. For more information on Kelli Young and her practice, please visit www.kelliyoungtherapy.com.
Website: www.feelthebuzz.com
Wednesday Jun 28, 2017
Wednesday Jun 28, 2017
Dr. Douglas S. Steinbrech, of Male Plastic Surgery NYC & LA, who is a Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon joins eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel to talk about Male Plastic Surgery.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Douglas S. Steinbrech discuss the following:
Why the rise in Male Plastic Surgery?
How did you know to capitalize on this wave?
What are common Male Plastic Surgery procedures?
Why are you so passionate about Men's Aesthetics?
You expanded into LA, tell us a little about that.
Dr. Douglas Steinbrech is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon under the American Board of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Steinbrech’s practice specializes in cosmetic procedures customized for men, including both surgical and non-surgical options. His passion for male plastic surgery led him to establish The Institute of Male Plastic Surgery in early 2016, which will provide an educational foundation for current and future physicians to learn about and help further this subspecialty.
Dr. Steinbrech is one of a very few surgeon’s in the United States that has a practice that focuses on procedures that are most important to men. His techniques, attention to detail, and approach to cosmetic procedures are customized to the male anatomy. Dr. Steinbrech has been recognized as being one of the top plastic surgeons for men in the Los Angeles area in his field by multiple media sources.
In addition to his busy surgical practice, Dr. Steinbrech in often called upon to speak both nationally and internationally about his techniques and the unique differences he has implemented in his practice to accommodate the desires and body structures of men.
Along with a highly skilled team of physicians, Dr. Steinbrech is currently editing the first textbook focused solely on the unique techniques used in cosmetic procedures designed just for men entitled Anesthetic Plastic Surgery for Men. The textbook is expected to be in circulation by Spring, 2017.
For more on Dr. Douglas Steinbrech click here.
Websites: MalePlasticSurgeryLA.com | MalePlasticSurgeryNewYork.com
Tuesday Mar 14, 2017
Tuesday Mar 14, 2017
Dr. Babak Dadvand, a Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Medical Director at Beverly Hospital and Olympia Medical Center, where he too, stands as Chief of Surgery in Los Angeles, California joins eHealth Radio Plastic Surgery Information Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Babak Dadvand discuss the following:
What is Gynecomastia?
What causes Gynecomastia
When do males develop Gynecomastia?
What are the symptoms of Gynecomastia?
Will chest exercises improve Gynecomastia?
What surgical procedures treat Gynecomastia?
Dr. Babak Dadvand grew up in Philadelphia. From a very young age he had an understanding of and fascination with the relationship between the arts and sciences. Indeed, when he went on to pursue an Ivy League education at the University of Pennsylvania, he double majored in chemistry and fine arts to further explore these areas. Dr. Dadvand concentrated his fine arts studies in the fields of oil painting and figure sculpture with a particular focus on portraiture. This has in turn served to hone his eyes and understanding of the human form, which was accentuated by his study of human anatomy in medical school. Dr. Dadvand brings his fine arts background, which above all else gives him a discerning eye when examining patients. He is able to pin point with gentle accuracy facial as well as body features that may be enhanced through his talents.
Dr. Dadvand graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania and was further recognized for his outstanding achievements by being named a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Dr. Dadvand went on to medical school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where he was drawn to the surgical specialties. After earning his doctorate of Medicine (MD) he went on to the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation where he completed a full General Surgery training program. He excelled both clinically and academically, with multiple publications upon completion of his training.
Dr. Dadvand passed both the written and oral examinations to become Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery. He was then accepted to the plastic surgery program at Indiana University Medical Center, a rigorous top-tier program. Here, he honed his skills in all facets of plastic surgery, including cleft-lip/palate repair, head and neck reconstruction, and breast reconstruction. Dr. Dadvand also utilized his time at Indiana University to pursue academic interests, including publications in peer review journals.
Dr. Dadvand drew from years of training and experience during his advanced aesthetic fellowship in Beverly Hills. He knew that all the additional years of training he pursued were necessary to gain true expertise in the field of aesthetic plastic surgery. Dr. Dadvand incorporated his aesthetic training to perform many aesthetic surgical procedures. He also has had extensive training in autologous fat grafting to the face and body, a technique with which most plastic surgeon have limited experience.
Dr. Dadvand enjoys all aspects of aesthetic plastic surgery, including facial rejuvenation, nose, breast, and body sculpting work. He has come full circle in incorporating his fine arts background and love for science and uses the latest innovations in plastic surgery to obtain the best results for his patients.
Websites: drdadvandplasticsurgery.com | LosAngelesGynecomastia.org
Tuesday Jan 31, 2017
Tuesday Jan 31, 2017
Rebecca DeLeon, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Intensive Program Coordinator at Optimum Performance Institute, a residential treatment program that promotes lasting independence for young adults utilizing a real world approach joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Rebecca DeLeon discuss the following:
What is Borderline Personality Disorder?
How does it present differently in males?
How can this be misdiagnosed in males at times?
How do the symptoms cause a failure to launch for these young men?
How does OPI treat this in your program?
Rebecca DeLeon holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology. Her Bachelor of Science in Family Studies was awarded by California State University, Northridge.
During her academic time with CSUN Rebecca worked in the Child and Family Studies Center which acknowledges the needs of the individual child and the values of the family with the provision of a safe and nurturing environment. She trained with New Directions for Youth during her graduate program working with court referred adolescents in therapy.
Rebecca participated in Behavioral Tech’s Dialectical Behavior Therapy 10-Day Intensive Training Course© as well as several other DBT trainings such as, Using DBT on the Front Lines.
Rebecca is a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and the American Psychological Association.
Website: www.optimumperformanceinstitute.com
Friday Dec 30, 2016
Friday Dec 30, 2016
Marcia Deutsch, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, of YO™, the first smartphone based home male fertility test kit joins eHealth Radio and the Men's Health, Technology & Sexual Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Marcia Deutsch discuss the following:
What is YO?
What is the difference between men testing their sperm count v men testing for their motile sperm count?
How did you create an at home, home test kit incorporating Smartphone technology?
How do you marry the two fields of health and technology?
Marcia Deutsch is CEO of Medical Electronic Systems (MES), the creator of YO, the first home sperm test powered by a smartphone platform. YO is an interactive sperm testing app that uses smartphone technology to analyze and report men’s motile sperm concentration with an easy-to-use at-home sperm testing kit. YO is the first consumer product offered by MES, which makes commercial-grade automated semen analyzers for hospitals and independent laboratories. YO is designed to help consumers access affordable at-home motile sperm testing to better assist them to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.
MES is aglobal medical device company and is widely respected in the industry as the gold standard in comprehensive automated semen analysis. The company has been an established manufacturer of commercial-grade automated semen analyzers for the past 20 years, and is wholly owned by Marcia and her husband, Gabriel Deutsch. Marcia has a unique career background, combining medical expertise as a registered nurse with years of entrepreneurial success. MES is her second successful business venture. Prior to MES, Marcia was the founder and CEO of MedCap Medical Cost Management, a company that provided hospital bill auditing services to major health insurance companies. Marcia founded MedCap in 1988 and grew the company to become the leading medical bill-auditing firm in the Western United States. She eventually sold MedCap in 1999 to Healthcare Recoveries, Inc. a public company.Previous to MedCap, Marcia worked as a Registered Nurse (RN) with a nursing degree from L.A. County USC Medical Center. Her strong core background in medicine and experience in a variety of areas of the healthcare industry inspired her to become an entrepreneur in the medical services field. Marcia’s unique management style is based on creating a family-like work environment, making strong investments in people, cross training employees to expand their skills, encouraging flexible hours and work locations, creating ongoing reconfigurations of work teams, and enjoying fun times and laughter every day at work. “Like any CEO, I can get really tough and demanding when our company results are on the line, but I truly have a warm, soft-hearted, humorous and caring side that is really genuine,” said Marcia. “And, I always believe in setting a good example and building credibility as the leader, because no job is too small to be worthy of a high level of performance. Being a CEO is not about glory and material rewards for myself, it’s about building a great and solid place to work that will provide for everyone’s livelihood in the future.”
Website: www.yospermtest.com
Thursday Dec 01, 2016
Thursday Dec 01, 2016
Dr. Terrence Keaney, expert Dermatologist for leading men’s grooming brand, Dove Men+Care joins eHealth Radio and the Dermatology & Skin Care Channels to talk about "Grooming Hacks for Fall and Winter Weather".
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Terrence Keaney discuss the following:
1. Does fall and winter weather affect my skin as much as summer weather?
As you think about skincare in the cooler months, one of the biggest factors that affects skin is the decrease in temperature and humidity. In the summer you might not need to moisturize as much, but the cold weather is very drying so you'll need to supplement your skin with a moisturizer. When choosing a body wash or facial moisturizer for the fall months, avoid products that contain strong chemicals such as benzoyl peroxide, which can be overly drying. If you typically use an acne product that contains these ingredients, it may be a good idea to dial back on use in the winter, since they can cause skin to be red and irritated.
2. Do I need to use sun protection in the fall or winter?
Just because it isn't summer anymore doesn't mean you're off the hook when it comes to sun protection. Fall and winter months are still full of sun exposure, and sun damage is the number one aging accelerator. To keep your skin looking young and healthy, use a moisturizer with SPF to protect against harmful sun damage – I would recommend a broad spectrum sunscreen that SPF 30 or greater.
3. Should I use the same deodorant all year long, no matter the season?
With the temperature dropping, you might not be sweating as much as the warmer months, so you could get away with swapping your strong summer antiperspirant for a lighter deodorant. However, a lot of guys forget that they still sweat between the layers caused by drastic temperature changes going from outside to inside, and back outside. If you're wearing a heavy wool sweater or another fabric that doesn't breathe, consider using a strong but gentle antiperspirant like Dove Men + Care Clinical Protection Antiperspirant Deodorant Solid to keep you dry.
4. Is bar soap bad for my skin?
There is a big misconception about bar soaps. People think they're dirty and foster germs but there are no reputable studies that say there's more bacteria growing on bars. However, there are some brands of soap that can be harmful to skin, if they contain harsh, aggressive cleansing ingredients that strip skin of natural oils and lipids. I recommend a bar with moisture built in, like the Dove Men+Care Clean Comfort Body & Face Bar, which has a mild formula that contains Dove’s signature ¼ moisturizing cream to replenish moisture in the skin’s outer surface layer.
5. Will the change in seasons affect my hair?
Cooler temperatures can bring adverse effects to hair as well. Similar to your skin, hair is composed of a similar keratin protein, which can get dehydrated and become fragile if not cared for correctly. A hydrating and moisturizing shampoo like Dove Men+Care Complete Care Fortifying 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner can prevent breakage if you're growing out your hair and can help keep your hair's summer luster.
TIP: If there’s one thing that you’ll take away from our conversation today, and hopefully carry through to your grooming routine, it’s that the change is seasons does take its toll on hair and skin. Make sure to listen to your body and take note of any changes, such as dry skin, and think about how to add hydration and moisturization into your daily routine.
Terrence Keaney, M.D. is a Board certified dermatologist with specialized training in cutaneous laser, hair, and dermatologic surgery. Dr. Keaney graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine at the top of his class and was elected as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha national medical honor society. His comprehensive dermatology training included a dermatology residency at the University of Miami (FL), a clinical research fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and a fellowship in laser surgery at the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery. He currently practices as the Associate Director of W for MEN, the male-focused treatment center at the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery.
Dr. Keaney is an advocate for the “personalization” of dermatology. He recognizes the importance of customizing dermatologic care based on the individual characteristics, needs, and preferences of his patients. Most notably, Dr. Keaney has become a pioneer in gender-specific dermatology. Dr. Keaney begins the first step to treatment personalization by recognizing the importance of gender, specifically its influence on anatomy, skin function, and behavior. Utilizing the latest laser, light, and energy-based technologies, his innovative and differentiated approach to dermatologic treatment provides superior results for both men and women.
Dr. Keaney co-founded the nation’s first cosmetic, hair, and laser surgery center for men. His extensive clinical and research experience in the unique dermatologic needs of male skin and hair allows him to provide the most effective care to his patients. Dr. Keaney understands the needs of his aging male patients and offers the latest technologies to address hair loss, body contouring, and jawline enhancement. In the realm of hair regrowth treatments, Dr. Keaney is one of the few doctors in the world to offer robotic hair restoration surgery.
His expertise in the function of gender as it concerns dermatologic treatment has made him a frequent speaker at medical professional meetings and in the media.
Website: www.dovemencare.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: @DOVEMENCAREUS Twitter: @DOVEMENCARE
Thursday Oct 20, 2016
Thursday Oct 20, 2016
Dr. Richard Gaines, Chief Medical Officer of HealthGains, the leading age management medical institute joins eHealth Radio and the Men's Health and Sexual Health Channels to talk about the newest ground breaking ED treatment that addresses the root cause of ED.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Richard Gaines discuss the following: GAINSWave™, what is it & how does it work?What are the benefits and side effects?Who can benefit from GAINSWave™?Is there medical evidence that it treats sexual dysfunction in men?How does it compare to other ED treatments?
Conclusion: After the age of 40 it’s harder for men to achieve and maintain quality erections. GAINSWave™ is the first treatment that treats the root cause of ED. It is a non-invasive, drug free procedure with results that last over 2 years. Any man seeking better quality erection or cure erectile dysfunction without medications should consider GAINSWave™ as their first option.
The Founder and Chief Medical Officer of GAINSWave™ is Richard Gaines, MD, FAARM, ABAARM. Dr. Richard Gaines understands how sexual performance can affect your self-esteem, and impacts every aspect of your relationship. Over the years he has helped hundreds of men just like you with his ground breaking drug-free, surgery-free sexual wellness procedures such as the GAINS Enhancement ®.
Dr. Gaines has been administering Hormone Therapy and sexual wellness treatments since 1993. Through his proprietary sexual wellness techniques he has helped hundreds of men regain their self-confidence, and enjoy a happy and healthy sex life!
He and his assistant, Michael Lada, MPAS, PA-C, developed the GAINSWave™ therapy to provide all men, and not just men with Erectile Dysfunction, with an effective, drug-free, non-invasive way to improve their sex lives.
Michael served the U.S. proudly as an elite Army Ranger and Senior Medic, achieving the rank of Captain. Mike works closely Dr. Gaines, and was instrumental in developing the GAINSWave™ pulsed acoustical wave treatment for ED.
Together, they have recently co-authored the definitive book on ED and male sexual wellness, The Erection Connection.
Website: www.GAINSWave™.com
Social Media Links:
Facebook: facebook.com/HealthGAINS
Twitter: @healthgains