BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #188
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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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Abraham Morgentaler
Dr. Abraham Morgentaler is a urologist at Men's Health Boston in Boston, Massachusetts.
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
Resources
T4L Education
https://t4leducation.com/
Marius Pharmaceuticals
https://mariuspharma.com/
Testosterone Replacement in Prostate Cancer Survivors URO98
https://www.backtable.com/shows/urology/podcasts/98/testosterone-replacement-in-prostate-cancer-survivors
Men's Health & Testosterone Replacement Therapy URO114
https://www.backtable.com/shows/urology/podcasts/114/mens-health-testosterone-replacement-therapy
Testosterone & Hypogonadism: A Clinical Perspective URO124
https://www.backtable.com/shows/urology/podcasts/124/testosterone-hypogonadism-a-clinical-perspective
Testosterone: Navigating Options & Implementation in Clinical Practice URO 125
https://www.backtable.com/shows/urology/podcasts/125/testosterone-navigating-options-implementation-in-clinical-practice
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