Episode 97
Dr. Arthur Burnett, The Viagra Pioneer, on How Men's Sexual Health Problems Affect Their Partners
Dr. Arthur "Bud" Burnett is a legend in urology whose pioneering work on nitric oxide helped make Viagra possible. As a Professor at Johns Hopkins and author of "The Manhood Prescription," he brings nearly 40 years of research to understanding how men's sexual health impacts their partners.
We discuss why erectile dysfunction in male partners directly affects female sexual dysfunction, the treatments for Peyronie's disease that most couples don't know exist, and why testosterone replacement is straightforward for men but controversial for women. Dr. Burnett explains his holistic approach beyond just prescribing pills and shares insights on helping prostate cancer survivors recover sexual function.
The conversation covers healthcare disparities in men's sexual health and how implicit bias affects treatment outcomes. Dr. Burnett emphasizes that sexual health is a right and encourages advocating for comprehensive care.
Highlights:
- How nitric oxide research led to Viagra and revolutionized treatment.
- Why one in 10 men develop Peyronie's disease and available treatments.
- Nerve-sparing surgery techniques that preserve function after prostate cancer.
- Healthcare disparities that affect men of color in sexual medicine.
- Why advocating for yourself matters when providers dismiss concerns.
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