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Testosterone Therapy Today: Clinical Advances & Safety

with Dr. Abraham Morgentaler

What is the role of testosterone therapy in prostate cancer? Urologist Dr. Abraham Morgentaler of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School joins host Dr. Jose Silva to discuss the evolution of testosterone therapies, modern testosterone treatments, and how to integrate testosterone replacement therapy into your practice.

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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, September 10). Ep. 188 – Testosterone Therapy Today: Clinical Advances & Safety [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Dr. Abraham Morgentaler discusses Testosterone Therapy Today: Clinical Advances & Safety on the BackTable 188 Podcast

Dr. Abraham Morgentaler

Dr. Abraham Morgentaler is a urologist at Men's Health Boston in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Jose Silva discusses Testosterone Therapy Today: Clinical Advances & Safety on the BackTable 188 Podcast

Dr. Jose Silva

Dr. Jose Silva is a board certified urologist practicing in Central Florida.

Synopsis

Dr. Morgenhaler starts by sharing his pioneering journey with testosterone replacement therapy starting in the 1980s, challenging long-held beliefs that it increases prostate cancer risk. He highlights key studies to debunk myths about testosterone’s dangers and emphasizes the ability to improve patients’ quality of life. Further, he discusses modern treatment options and provides practical advice for safely initiating testosterone replacement therapy. Finally, he discusses its use in patients with a history of prostate cancer and emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment plans.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
03:04 - Historical Perspectives on Testosterone and Prostate Cancer
21:31 - Evolution of Testosterone Treatments
31:16 - Testosterone and Prostate Cancer: A Controversial History
35:42 - Treating Prostate Cancer Patients with Testosterone
37:12 - A Case Study
43:05 - Shifting Perspectives
57:15 - Final Thoughts

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