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We Are Just Going to Talk: Men’s Mental Health

We Are Just Going to Talk: Men’s Mental Health

By Dr. Raymond Zakhari, NP Mental Health Awareness : Tips for Men Mental health is just as important as physical health, if not more so. You need your mental health in order to take care of your physical health. The pandemic, the economy, the new work environment, and...

Men and Pee Pee Pants: How to Fix A Weak Pelvic Floor

Men and Pee Pee Pants: How to Fix A Weak Pelvic Floor

What does a weak pelvic floor have to do with leakage? Do you wear white or khaki pants? Do you sometimes like to go commando? Are you like a lot of guys who have ever experienced a little leakage after you've finished peeing? This common condition is called Post...

Male Sexual Abuse: Addressing the Impact by Seeking Help and Healing

Male Sexual Abuse: Addressing the Impact by Seeking Help and Healing

By Dr. Raymond Zakhari, NP Male sexual abuse is a deeply traumatic experience for men. This can have long-lasting effects on survivors, regardless of their gender. Discussions about sexual abuse often focus on female victims. Yet, it's important to remember males can...

Dementia: A Barrier That Can Be Overcome

Dementia: A Barrier That Can Be Overcome

By Dr. Raymond Zakhari, NP A successful money manager oversees over a billion dollars in assets. He's used to a fast paced workplace that requires his quick thinking. Lately he's had trouble making those quick decisions. A successful real estate developer is having...

Feeling and dealing

Feeling and dealing

By Dr. Raymond Zakhari, NP Psychotherapy can be a helpful tool for people who are struggling with a variety of mental health issues. It can help you to understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and to develop coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and...

The Executive Physical Exam That Could Save Your Life

by Dr. Raymond Zakhari You're a successful executive. You've worked hard to get where you are, and you're not about to let anything stand in your way. But what if something is standing in your way, and you don't even know it? What if you have a health condition that...

Erectile Dysfunction and Its Link to Heart Disease

By Dr. Raymond Zakhari, NP Gentlemen, it may come as a surprise to you but erectile dysfunction may be a symptom of something far worse. So,  let's take a moment to talk about your heart health. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in...