Expert Insights

Stem cells pose risk, offer promise for ED, other diseases

November 5, 2019  |  Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility)  

No matter how much promise a new treatment method may hold, it’s important to look at the evidence. There are plenty of clinics that will sell a treatment based on potential rather than proven results. When seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction, you are always better served going to an actual urologist. Dr. Shaw lent his […]

What does a urologist treat?

October 15, 2019  |  Austin Urology  

At the Austin Urology Institute, we hear from a lot of people that they don’t know what a urologist does.  I often tell my patients that I am a “Plumber for People.”  What does that mean?  Well, we treat diseases involving the genitourinary tract.  That involves the kidneys and the ureters, which take urine down […]

Dr. Shaw on Dudley & Bob 2/22

October 15, 2019  |  Uncategorized  

Once again, Dr. Shaw has made his regular house call to KLBJ’s Dudley & Bob + Matt to help the people of Austin with their urologic issues. Dr. Shaw talked to the guys about men’s and women’s health issues, helped out some callers and even tried his hand at an ad read. Check out the full […]

Doc Talk: Why Are Men Generally Fertile at a Later Age Than Women?

October 15, 2019  |  Low Testosterone  Men's Health  

Testosterone in men peaks in your 20’s and can drop 1-2% every year from there, increasing your chance for infertility.

Why Are Men Shocking Their Penises

October 11, 2019  |  Erectile Dysfunction  Men's Health  

Shockwave Therapy for ED Affecting approximately 30 million men in the U.S., erectile dysfunction (ED) is common for men of all ages. Erectile dysfunction symptoms are two-fold. It includes difficulty achieving an erection and/or difficulty maintaining an erection. Oftentimes, the cause of ED is due to poor blood flow to the penis caused by a […]

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month – Fox Austin

October 8, 2019  |  Prostate Cancer  TV Appearances  Uncategorized  

Dr. Shaw joined Good Day Austin to raise awareness of prostate cancer and what you need to keep yourself (or the men in your life) safe.

The Hard Truth: 5 Misleading Myths About ED

August 23, 2019  |  Erectile Dysfunction  Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility)  

The Hard Truth It’s easy to be swooned by the several myths about erectile dysfunction that surface in bars and fantasy draft chat rooms. But given the sensitivity of the topic, men tend to lose their heads (the one on your shoulders). So before you start believing that things like shockwave therapy and Gainswave electrocute […]

4 Lifestyle Changes To Eliminate Self-Doubt

June 28, 2019  |  Men's Health  

Living with Low Testosterone With the growth of testosterone awareness recently, we see many patients for low testosterone treatment. Common symptoms of low testosterone, clinically known as hypogonadism, include fatigue, decreased motivation, low libido (sexual desire), difficulty sleeping, depressed mood, and erectile dysfunction. If a patient has these symptoms, we typically conduct several lab tests […]

This Lifestyle Might Make You Unable to Reproduce

June 22, 2019  |  Men's Health  Women's Health  

If you were to take a look at Infertility statistics, you may be surprised. Infertility is a complex issue affecting about 15% of couples attempting to conceive. That’s one in eight adult couples with fertility issues with one in six couples infertile. Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after six to twelve months. […]

Your Urinary Issues Aren’t Normal, They’re Dangerous

June 20, 2019  |  Bladder  

Most men, as they get older, begin to experience urinary problems. This is due to the benign growth of the prostate as men age, also called benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH. This is a common, progressive urological condition, typically beginning around age 50 with 50% of men exhibiting some signs of BPH at age 60. […]

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