Men's Health
Men’s health at TidalHealth centers on the prevention, diagnosis, and care of health concerns that commonly affect men throughout their lives. Our approach looks after your physical, mental, and sexual well-being. We emphasize routine checkups, keeping an eye on blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes risk, and ensuring you have recommended immunizations. Screenings for cancers such as prostate and colorectal, along with early detection of heart disease risks, are a key focus.
Our team addresses both urgent and long-term health issues, including erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, male infertility, enlarged prostate (BPH), urinary symptoms, metabolic syndrome, obesity, and mood disorders.
We tailor care to every stage of life. For teens and young adults, we provide advice on sexual health, vaccinations, and sports or orthopedic needs. Men of reproductive age receive guidance on fertility and contraception. For men in midlife and beyond, we focus on managing ongoing health conditions and prostate care.
A multidisciplinary approach brings together your primary care provider and specialists from urology, endocrinology, nutrition, mental health, physical therapy, and more. This helps ensure your care is well-coordinated, evidence-based, and designed with your needs and comfort in mind.
We know some topics can be hard to talk about. Our visits are confidential and patient-focused, ensuring a welcoming space to discuss sensitive issues, from sexual function to mental health, substance use, and relationships. We embrace shared decision-making, working with you to choose screenings, treatments, and lifestyle plans that fit your goals and values.
When should I see a men’s health specialist or urologist?
It is a good idea to see a specialist if you have ongoing urinary problems, blood in your urine, erectile dysfunction affecting your quality of life, concerns about fertility, lumps or pain in the testicles or groin, or if you have several chronic conditions that need special attention. Your primary care provider at TidalHealth can help decide if a referral fits your needs.
How often should men get screened for prostate cancer?
Screening timing depends on your age, family history, and personal risk factors. Many guidelines suggest talking about prostate screening (PSA testing) with your healthcare practitioner around age 50 if your risk is average, and earlier, at ages 40 to 45, if you are at higher risk. Our team will help you weigh the pros and cons so you can make an informed choice.
Are visits confidential? Will my information be shared?
Yes. All visits to our men’s health services at TidalHealth are confidential according to healthcare privacy laws. Information is shared with other care providers only with your permission or when needed for your care, except in special legal circumstances.
Can you help with low testosterone or erectile dysfunction?
Yes. Our specialists look for the causes, which may include heart health, diabetes, medicines, sleep problems, emotional concerns, and hormone levels. We review treatment options, lifestyle steps, and when to consider hormone therapy or a referral to another specialist.
Do you offer fertility testing and treatment referrals?
TidalHealth provides initial fertility evaluations, orders semen analysis when needed, and coordinates referrals for advanced testing or treatment with reproductive specialists as appropriate.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Please bring a list of current medications and supplements, your medical and family history, any recent test results, and a list of symptoms or questions. If you have sensitive issues to discuss, writing them down ahead of time may help you remember to cover everything.
Do you offer mental health services for men?
Yes. TidalHealth’s men’s health team screens for concerns like depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, and relationship issues. We work with mental health professionals for counseling, therapy, or medication management if needed.
Are telehealth visits available?
Telehealth is available for many follow-up visits, medication or counseling sessions, and some initial consultations. An in-person visit is best for physical exams or specific tests and treatments.
How do I prepare for tests like PSA or semen analysis?
Preparation depends on the test. For PSA, you may need to avoid ejaculation or certain exams before testing. For semen analysis, two to five days of sexual abstinence is often best. Your TidalHealth team will give you clear instructions before your test.
What lifestyle changes help improve men’s health?
Eating well, staying active, getting enough sleep, managing stress, avoiding tobacco, limiting alcohol, and keeping up with your blood pressure and blood sugar can make a big difference. Even small, steady changes can lead to better health over time.
