Meet Dr. Pohlman
I am a board-certified Urologist still actively practicing in a busy private Urology group in the Midwest. Every day I am helping men in diagnosing and managing their prostate issues. Since finishing Urology residency training in 2013, I have already treated over 4,000 men with various prostate conditions.
Welcome to The Prostate Health Podcast
The Prostate Health Podcast is aimed at giving men the tools they need to be proactive about their healthcare, taking the initiative to maintain their health and to be ready and educated to manage the problems that may come along the way.
Many men refuse to go to the doctor regularly typically waiting to see a medical provider until their symptoms are severe. At times, particularly for many prostate disorders, waiting too long may result in negative outcomes. In the case of benign enlargement of the prostate, potentially suffering irreversible damage to the bladder when left untreated for a period of time. And for prostate cancer screening, potentially missing a window of cure if prostate cancer is not diagnosed early on.
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77: 10 Vasectomy Myths Debunked – Jay Sandlow, MD
Vasectomy is a minimally invasive procedure and an excellent form of birth control for couples. There are, however, many myths and misconceptions that surround a vasectomy, making some men feel reluctant to have it done. For that reason, Dr. Pohlman felt it vital to address those myths once again.
Today, we are bringing Episode 11 back out of the vault. In that episode, the board-certified urologist, Dr. Jay Sandlow joined us to debunk ten of the more common myths regarding a vasectomy. One of those myths is that a vasectomy is the same as castration. That will be one of the ten myths that we will debunk in this episode. Stay tuned for more!
76: So What Is A Prostate Anyway? – J. Brantley Thrasher, M.D.
So, what is a prostate anyway? Where is it located?
Today, we circle back and bring our very first podcast, Episode 1, out of the vault. It was an informative interview with the urologist, Dr. Brantley Thrasher, who explains everything you need to know about the prostate. This episode forms the foundation for your understanding of the prostate gland and what could go wrong with it. The information in this episode is vital to grasp, no matter which stage you are at in your prostate journey. Dr. Thrasher will bring you fully up to speed with all you need to know about the prostate gland, its function, and what could go wrong with it. Stay tuned for more!
75: Ejaculation-Preserving Transurethral Resection of the Prostate – Garrett Pohlman, M.D.
There is a continuous emergence of new and innovative techniques that help to preserve men’s sexual function after undergoing surgical therapy for an enlarged prostate. Those newer techniques have contributed significantly to our field, particularly for men who might not be candidates for less invasive approaches. When compared with the traditional technique for Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (or TURP), two of the newer techniques have been providing a significant improvement in the sparing of men’s ejaculatory function, as well as improving their symptoms and quality of life. In this episode, Dr. Pohlman reviews the two ejaculation-preserving TURP techniques.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition for many men as they age. Approximately half of all men between the ages of fifty-one and sixty, and up to ninety percent of men over eighty have it. BPH is a benign or non-cancerous condition that does not lead to prostate cancer. BPH and prostate cancer can co-exist simultaneously, so men getting evaluated for BPH should still get screened for prostate cancer when appropriate. Listen in today to hear about the new and innovative techniques that help to preserve sexual function for men undergoing surgical therapy for an enlarged prostate.
Today, we circle back and bring Episode 47 out of the vault. It covers a topic that is getting more attention because more men are doing the research and seeking treatment options for an enlarged prostate that will preserve their sexual function. Since airing that episode, Dr. Pohlman has continued to successfully utilize a technique that can spare ejaculatory function when performing a transurethral resection of the prostate.
74: The Importance of Preserving Your Bladder Health – Dr. Elizabeth Mobley
Today, we are replaying the interview with Dr. Elizabeth Mobley from Episode 29, where she spoke about the importance of preserving bladder health.
Many men don’t realize that ignoring the symptoms of prostate problems could result in damage caused to their bladders, and that could affect their overall bladder health. In his practice, Dr. Pohlman has often come across men with noticeable damage to their bladders when they go in to see him for their initial consultation. That was why he felt it vital to circle back to that topic.
In this episode, Dr. Mobley, a urologist, talks about the continuing shifts in treating an enlarged prostate. She also covers some of the potential symptoms of BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), for which men need to keep a lookout. Stay tuned for more!
73: When Conservative Options Are No Longer Working for Erectile Dysfunction – L. Dean Knoll, MD
Today we will address a sensitive topic that men often feel afraid to talk about. We will be talking about the very common condition of erectile dysfunction.
We are honored to have Dr. Dean Knoll joining us on the show. Dr. Knoll is a urologist and an expert in men’s sexual health. In this episode, he talks about a very viable and satisfactory option for men when more conservative options are no longer working.
Dr. Dean Knoll is a board-certified urologist, currently practicing at Urology Associates PC in Nashville, Tennessee. He completed his residency in urology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Knoll is a frequent contributor to the medical press and has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He has delivered numerous lectures and operated both nationally and internationally. Dr. Knoll has been a principal investigator in over 110 basic science and clinical trials of new devices and pharmacotherapies for various urology conditions. These include new devices and pharmacotherapies for the diagnosis and treatment of male erectile dysfunction, male and female urinary incontinence, and benign prostatic hypertrophy. To date, he is recognized as one of the leading penile prosthetic surgeons in the world.
72: Newly Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer – Now What? Simon Kim, MD
One of our more popular episodes was with Dr. Simon Kim in Episode 7. For today, we are bringing that episode out of the vault.
Receiving a prostate cancer diagnosis can be a frightening experience that could cause much anguish for men and their loved ones. We are fortunate to have Dr. Simon Kim, a urologic oncologist, as our guest for the show today to walk you through the process. In this episode, Dr. Kim explains what it all means. He discusses the various options and clarifies where to go from there. Stay tuned for more!
Dr. Kim is a board-certified urologic oncologist at the University of Colorado’s Anschutz Medical Campus. He has worn many hats including Director of Robotic Surgery. Dr. Kim’s clinical practice focuses on the surgical management of prostate, bladder, kidney, testes, adrenal, and penile cancer. He has been independently funded by the NIH to develop decision aids for men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer. He has published more than 180 manuscripts and serves as assistant editor for the Journal of Urology. Be sure to listen in today to get Dr. Kim’s expert advice.