Men’s Health and Aging

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Kass Precision Medicine bridges the gap between functional and conventional medicine. Committed to finding solutions for sexual health and men’s wellness, we tirelessly seek out leading-edge technology and diagnostics. To get to the root of your symptoms, Dr. Kass and her team employ a wide range of resources and tools, including genetic testing, advanced testing for gut health, in-depth lab panels for treatment and early detection of disease, and specialty pharmacies for tailored medications.

MAINTAIN YOUR VITALITY AS YOU AGE – IMPROVE MOTIVATION, MOOD, LIBIDO & SEXUAL FUNCTION

The subtle changes that inevitably accompany aging can be challenging - and so many men feel they need to just “tough them out” - be strong and silent. Most men will experience shifts of varying degrees - whether it’s a slow decline in mood, motivation, or libido or noticing changes in body composition, erectile function, increased abdominal fat, or even changes in their sense of well-being. Many men say that they feel they are “past their prime” or have “reached their peak.

Oftentimes, an annual visit with a primary care physician compounds a man’s idea that there’s nothing to be done. Perhaps, after hearing complaints of a growing belly, decreasing energy, or lagging erectile function, a doctor explains that these are just normal effects of aging. Cholesterol levels might rise, blood pressure may creep up or acid reflux becomes a constant. A pill is likely prescribed - adding to an expanding medicine cabinet of pharmaceuticals that sometimes beget unwanted side effects.

FEELING BAD DOESN’T HAVE TO BE “NORMAL FOR YOUR AGE”

Kass Precision Medicine has worked with countless male patients to help optimize men’s health at any age and restore the youthful energy and vigor they used to depend on. We utilize the tenets of functional medicine, employing proactive tools and interventions to help men regain and maintain their quality of life. By employing a highly personalized approach to medicine, Dr. Kass and her team take into account each individual’s unique genetics, lifestyle obstacles, and personal priorities.

We believe that patients don’t have to live with symptoms that can be treated, reduced, and maybe even eliminated.

YOUR FIRST OFFICE VISIT AND A CUSTOMIZED TREATMENT PLAN

Your first office visit with Dr. Kass is generally sixty minutes during which she will discuss in detail your personal goals, symptoms, obstacles, past medical history, and family history. We believe there is no “one size fits all” solution and work closely with you to tailor treatments specific to you.

COMMON SYMPTOMS

Kass Precision Medicine’s male patients turn to us to treat a variety of symptoms, including:

DECREASING OR NO LIBIDO (I.E. SEX DRIVE)
DIFFICULTY ACHIEVING OR MAINTAINING AN ERECTION
NO MORNING ERECTION
FATIGUE, LACK OF ENERGY
CHANGE IN FAT DISTRIBUTION (ESPECIALLY AROUND THE MIDDLE)

DECREASE IN MUSCLE MASS
CHANGE IN FAT DISTRIBUTION (ESPECIALLY AROUND THE MIDDLE)
WEIGHT GAIN UNRELATED TO DIET
DECREASE IN MOTIVATION OR INABILITY TO CONCENTRATE
LACK OF SELF-ESTEEM
ANXIETY OR DEPRESSION

NIGHT SWEATS OR INSOMNIA
POOR MEMORY
GYNECOMASTIA (ENLARGEMENT OF MEN’S BREASTS)
IRRITABILITY
HAIR LOSS
SLEEP APNEA

If any of these symptoms strike a chord, you may have a testosterone decline, and you should seek out an expert for a comprehensive evaluation. As a specialist in men's hormones, Kass Precision Medicine believes that you don’t have to resign yourself to unwanted symptoms of aging. In our practice, we have helped male patients regain vitality and their libido, manage their weight, and improve their mood—and, in the process, help prevent chronic disease.

Kass Precision Medicine’s PILLARS OF FUNCTIONAL WELLNESS

For these treatments to work optimally, patients should shore up their foundation using Kass Precision Medicine’s Pillars of Functional Wellness as a guide. The five pillars are healthy gut function, emotional well-being, reduced toxin exposure, balanced hormones, and physical activity. The Pillars of Functional Wellness create a sustainable strategy for long-term health.

It could be your thyroid, leaky gut, side effects of medications, or elevated cortisol levels that are laying you low. And it could be low testosterone. Low testosterone affects your sexual function, but it can also be the root cause of fatigue, weight gain, sleep apnea, and a whole laundry list of less-than-desirable symptoms. But the good news is, if you seek out the right help, you can prevent disease and regain a sense of wellness and vitality.

Kass Precision Medicine specializes in functional medicine, age management, and men’s sexual wellness. We seek out cutting-edge therapies, tests, and protocols from the worlds of conventional and functional medicine to diagnose the root problem and create an effective treatment plan customized to your specific symptoms and concerns. (Read more about Kass Precision Medicine’s philosophy)

COMMON WORKUPS AND PATIENT EVALUATIONS

The goal of these comprehensive screening tools is to identify early signs of cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormone imbalances that might contribute to greater disease processes later in life. These assessments go beyond addressing disease prevention - a thorough evaluation of your cardiovascular and hormone health will allow for better identification and treatment of vexing symptoms including erectile dysfunction, fatigue, weight gain, low libido, and even brain fog. By thoroughly evaluating your health, your symptoms and challenges can be addressed, leading to an improved sense of well-being and a better quality of life.

A comprehensive lab typically includes:

FREE AND TOTAL TESTOSTERONE LEVELS
LUTEINIZING HORMONE
THYROID - TSH, FREE T3, FREE T4, THYROID ANTIBODIES (FOR APPROPRIATE PATIENTS)
LIPID PANEL (CHOLESTEROL)
LPPLA2

HOMOCYSTEINE
HS-CRP
HGA1C
INSULIN
VITAMIN D
DHEA

CBC
CMP
PSA
B-12
FOLATE
MTHFR (FOR APPROPRIATE PATIENTS)

PREVENTATIVE SCREENING AND IMAGING

Additional labs may be chosen for appropriate patients with specific personal risk factors or family histories, including:

CARDIAC CALCIUM SCORE
CIMT (CAROTID INTIMA-MEDIA THICKNESS)
HOME SLEEP STUDIES
BODY COMPOSITION TESTING

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