Men's Health

It’s crucial to schedule routine men’s health checkups. Regular exams and preventive screenings can alert you to underlying health problems and increase your longevity. At Excellent Ultimate Medical Center in Belle Glade, Florida, board-certified family medicine and women’s health nurse practitioner Tania Richie, NP, and the team, offer various men’s health services, including treatment of low testosterone and prostate cancer screening. Call the office to book an in-person or telemedicine men’s health consultation, or request your appointment online today.

What is men’s health?

Men’s health is a medical subspecialty that diagnoses and treats health problems in people with male reproductive organs.

Research suggests men are less likely than women to visit the doctor regularly. As a result, they’re also more likely to experience chronic health problems, like heart disease and certain types of cancer.

Scheduling an annual men’s health exam at Excellent Ultimate Medical Center can provide peace of mind and help you age more gracefully.

What services does men’s health provide?

The Excellent Ultimate Medical Center team offers various men’s health services, including:

Hormone replacement therapy

After age 30, a man’s testosterone production declines by about 1% annually. Over time, low testosterone can trigger a variety of uncomfortable symptoms, including fatigue, unexplained weight gain, and erectile dysfunction.

Hormone replacement therapy can balance your testosterone levels and help you feel better. 

Weight loss management

Weight loss management uses exercise guidance, nutrition recommendations, and prescription medication to help you maintain a healthy weight. This type of treatment is especially beneficial for men with weight-related health problems like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

Preventive health

Preventive health uses physical exams, lab tests, and routine screenings to assess your general well-being. Visiting Excellent Ultimate Medical Center at least once a year for preventive care is one of the easiest ways to stay healthy.

Immunizations

Immunizations protect you from contagious pathogens, like viruses and bacteria. Getting an annual flu shot and staying up-to-date on your other vaccines can reduce your risk of serious illness and help protect those around you.

Prostate exams

A man’s prostate enlarges due to the natural aging process, but if the gland grows too large, it can cause potentially serious problems. A prostate exam is a quick and painless procedure that takes less than 10 minutes. 

Colorectal cancer screening

At age 50, it’s important to start screening for colorectal cancer. The Excellent Ultimate Medical Center team can refer you to a nearby imaging facility for a colonoscopy –– an outpatient procedure used to check for polyps or cancerous growths in your large intestine.

What should I bring to a men’s health exam?

The Excellent Ultimate Medical Center team recommends bringing the following items to your men’s health exam:

• Health insurance information
• Names of the medicines and supplements you take
• Questions or concerns you’d like addressed
• List of any unusual symptoms you’re experiencing
• Results from any relevant lab tests or medical procedures

Call Excellent Ultimate Medical Center to book a men’s health consultation, or request your appointment online today.