Posted by: Joe in phalloplasty on
Mar 18, 2010
A topic not much talked about -- at least not openly by men, is phalloplasty. Phalloplasty is a surgical procedure where a penis is enlarged in length and/or girth. Some men suffer from a specific medical condition which requires medical intervention so that they don't suffer ongoing difficulties with urination and difficulties with intercourse.
For other men, this is merely an esthetic procedure to enhance their appearance and sexual performance. The procedure is relatively safe, with minimal risk of complications. Today, the technique of performing phalloplasty is very well refined. For most men, the surgery can be a life-changing experience, giving them confidence and enjoyment they previously lacked. For some, it is a perceived enhancement for a psychological issue, and is therefore misplaced - it is not for everyone. For this reason and before this procedure is performed, a good personal consultation is provided by our office to screen out the men that are having this procedure for the wrong reason. In some cases, a referral to a good psychologists is more appropriate. For some, the surgery is truly a blessing. The decision is quite individual.
Posted by: Joe in Untagged on
Mar 9, 2010
Much of media coverage today is focused on the "Healthcare" debate. Our services are predominantly elective, meaning they are not covered by insurance reimbursements. I find that our clients are well-versed and are quite selective about our treatments, and in fact, they demand efficiency. Price of a treatment is frequently a decision point in receiving treatment, and people do shop around.
There is something to be said for taking the decision out of a bureacracy and allowing people to actually have a say on what they pay for, and what they decide to forego. I for one would love to see laser hair removal, fractionated laser, SMARTLIPO, and similar to be treated in the same manner as regular doctor visits like physicals. To me, a physicial is a preventative, and so is getting a shot of Botox. Many people's mental well-being has a lot to do with how they feel and that they retain their youthful appearance. After all - its your money and why should an insurance company tell you how to spend it and what to spend it on? One thing we can all agree on, the debat will continue - perhaps indefinitely.