Building on patient stories from the HARD: The Fight to Solve ED series, these supporting videos feature physicians talking about the physical and emotional toll of ED and why finding a solution is so important for men.
A good life
Meet Dr. Arnold Bullock
Dr. Bullock, director of Men’s Health at Washington University, shares details on his background and practice in St. Louis, MO.
Relating with patients
Hear how Dr. Bullock approaches discussing ED with men and about the feelings of embarrassment that cause them to wait to speak to a doctor.
Presenting the penile implant
Many patients and doctors think of an inflatable penile prosthesis as the last treatment option. Dr. Bullock thinks it should be discussed much sooner.
Perspective on the AMS 700™
Why does Dr. Bullock choose the AMS 700™? For him, quality, durability, and safety all play a role.
Restoring Robert
Meet Dr. Jaspreet Singh
Dr. Singh — co-director of urology in the department of surgery at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital in Newburg, NY — explains why he’s a surgeon.
Approach to educating patients
Presenting all the options for ED treatment is important for Dr. Singh. He explains why he offers patients choices.
Partnership in educating patients
As part of the education and treatment journey, Dr. Singh invites patients to meet with a Boston Scientific representative and a patient who has received a penile implant.
Full care, including the penile implant
Dr. Singh works to give patients the full care they need to solve ED. Now he’s also teaching other surgeons.
No regrets
Meet Dr. Shawn Blick
Meet the president and founder of Valley Urologic Associates, who specializes in men’s sexual health.
Reliable clinical support
Dr. Blick says product and patient education from Boston Scientific is “awesome” and “an incredible asset” in helping his patients on their ED journeys.
Patient-first values
According to Dr. Blick, Boston Scientific’s commitment to men with ED is apparent.
Impact of treating ED
Why is men’s sexual health so important? Dr. Blick gives his perspective on why it’s about more than just sex.
Perspective on the ED journey
The journey to getting treatment for ED can be complex. Dr. Blick explores the reasons it takes about six years, on average, for men to find a permanent solution.
Desperate for a cure
Meet Dr. Clavell
A prosthetic urologist in Houston, TX, Dr. Jonathan Clavell specializes in men’s sexual health. What does he like about this field?
Gatekeepers of men
Why does Dr. Clavell see himself as a “gatekeeper of men”? It’s about guiding men toward overall health and giving them options.
Education
Dr. Clavell says his practice is different than most because he gets many patients through online searches, not referrals. He believes education and outreach are essential.
Partner and urologist role
Dr. Clavell thinks inviting a partner into the ED journey is important. He explains why — and the feelings many men have at their first appointment.
Hope
When patients express fear, Dr. Clavell helps them focus on what’s possible: a natural-feeling erection. Having hope changes their perspective.
Important Safety Information for Patients Considering an Implant
Caution: U.S. federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Your doctor is your best source for information on the risks and benefits of the AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis. Talk to your doctor for a complete listing of risks, warnings and important safety information.
The AMS 700™ Inflatable Penile Prosthesis is intended for use in the treatment of male erectile dysfunction (impotence). Implanting a penile prosthesis will damage or destroy any remaining ability to have a natural erection, as well as make other treatment options (oral medications, vacuum devices or injections) impossible.
Men with diabetes, spinal cord injuries or skin infections may have an increased risk of infection. Implantation may result in penile curvature or scarring. Some AMS 700 devices contain an antibiotic (InhibiZone™ Antibiotic Surface Treatment). The device is not suitable for patients who are allergic to the antibiotics contained within the device (rifampin, minocycline HCl or other tetracyclines) or those who have systemic lupus, these patients should use one of the devices that do not contain InhibiZone antibiotic surface treatment.
Potential risks may include: device malfunction/failure leading to additional surgery, device migration potentially leading to exposure through the tissue, wearing away/loss of tissue (device/tissue erosion) infection, unintended-inflation of the device and pain/soreness. MH-545411-AD