Men’s Health (Hormones)

This course will focus on reviewing the root causes of testosterone deficiency in Men’s health. Providers will understand the key principles to make the diagnosis of low testosterone and guidelines for the management of hypogonadism. Reviewing the Role of Estrogen in Men’s Health, when to consider a referral to other specialties. Considerations in regard to preserving fertility, utilizing endogenous versus exogenous testosterone replacement options. Approaching sexual health options for Men, from commercial to compound, as well as peptide therapy finishing up with other modalities to include acoustic wave.

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Curriculum

Lecture 1-

• Explain the role of testosterone in men’s health and the symptoms associated with low testosterone.​
• Discuss the concept of andropause and how it relates to low testosterone.​
• Explore the causes of low testosterone, including lifestyle factors, environmental toxins, and underlying health conditions.​
• Describe the benefits of functional medicine in treating low testosterone, including personalized treatment plans, and addressing the root cause of the issue.​
• Discuss the role of estrogen in men’s health and how imbalances can impact overall health.​
• Explain the relationship between hormones and other health issues, such as metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease

Lecture 2- Labs and the Work Up

• Making the diagnosis
• Guidelines for Hypogonadism
• The Role of Estrogen in Men’s Health
• Prolactin levels in young men, when to refer
• Other Diagnostic pearls
• Labs to consider in young men with goals of fertility

Lecture 3- Types of Testosterone Replacement

• Understand the principles of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), including dosing strategies, monitoring parameters, and potential side effects.
• Learn how to differentiate between endogenous and exogenous testosterone replacement therapy and understand the implications of each approach.
• Understand the importance of clinical pearls in managing testosterone replacement therapy, including the use of aromatase inhibitors, monitoring hematocrit levels, and addressing potential fertility issues.
• Explore alternative approaches to testosterone replacement therapy, including the use of herbal remedies, dietary interventions, and lifestyle modifications.
• Understand the importance of ongoing monitoring and follow-up in patients undergoing testosterone replacement therapy, including the need for regular blood tests and clinical assessments.

Lecture 4-

• Review Sexual Wellness Data
• Establish Common causes of Erectile Dysfunction
• Determine treatment modalities from prescription, peptide, and manual options
• Evaluate Androgenic alopecia (male pattern) hair loss
• Analyze current treatment modalities beyond mainstream medicine