SEXUAL MEDICINE PROGRAM State-of-the-Art, Confi dential Healthcare • Have low testosterone or DHEA • Experience erectile dysfunction • Have used oral/patch contraceptives roblems with sexual health can impact all aspects • Have been treated for infertility/endometriosis/ Pof your life—from your medical condition to painful menstruation your intimate relationships. Yet, sexual health has only • Take anti-depressants or have anxiety recently been recognized as an important aspect of • Had prostate/bladder/breast cancer overall health. e Sexual Medicine Program at • Have given birth Alvarado Hospital was one of the rst in the United • Have had a hysterectomy States to diagnosis, treat and manage sexual dysfunction through a multidisciplinary hospital-based program led Our sexual medicine experts—which include by world-renowned expert Irwin Goldstein, MD. specialists from gynecology, neurology, oncology, psy- Our con dential program provides compassionate, chiatry, sexual therapy, and rehabilitation medicine— state-of-the-art, evidence-based clinical management of means you are being cared for by a team of profession- sexual health problems for men and women. als with special training. For men, the arteries of the penis are smaller than Not only do we handle common sexual problem in your heart. Experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED) diagnoses and treatments, but we specialize in complex is like having a heart attack in your penis. Taking care sexual dysfunction, including endothelial dysfunc- of your ED may literally save your life. tion, reconstructive/revascularization surgery for men For women, your sexual dysfunction also may and women, dyspareunia (sexual pain) in women, and cause mood swings, muscle weakness and even sexual dysfunction after cancer treatment. osteoporosis. Diagnosing and treating your sexual Sexual health problems and dysfunction can dysfunction may ultimately lead to better bone density impact your relationships and your lifestyle; treatment and muscle mass. can improve your overall health and life. Why not learn more about our Sexual Medicine You may experience sexual health problems if you: Program by visiting our website. • Have cardiovascular disease • Have diabetes Contact Us • Smoke For more information on the program and our free • Ride bicycles Alvarado Advantage Club, visit our website or call • Are peri- or post-menopausal (800) ALVARADO (800-258-2723). 6655 Alvarado Road 800-ALVARADO San Diego, CA 92120 AlvaradoHospital.com.