Episode 130

Published November 18, 2025

In this episode, Dr. Justin Houman discusses the importance of men's health, particularly focusing on urology, sexual health, and hormonal health. He highlights the increasing prevalence of low testosterone in younger men and the lifestyle factors contributing to this trend. 

The conversation also highlights:

• Essential lifestyle changes that can improve fertility and overall health
• The significance of vasectomy as a male contraceptive option
• The intricate relationship between sleep, hormones, and overall men's health 
• How hormones affect various aspects of health, including sexual function and fertility 
• The importance of understanding hormonal balance, particularly testosterone, estradiol, and cortisol

Key Moments

0:48 Episode Intro

3:19 Introduction to Men's Health and Urology

6:19 The Importance of Sexual and Hormonal Health

9:14 Understanding Low Testosterone in Younger Men

12:04 Evaluating Hormonal Health and Treatment Options

15:29 The Vasectomy: A Male Contraceptive Option

18:09 Exploring Male Fertility and Lifestyle Factors

23:03 Updated DUTCH Test Report

24:11 Exploring Male Fertility and Lifestyle Factors (Cont'd)

27:20 The Interplay of Sleep and Hormones

30:22 Understanding Hormonal Balance in Men

33:19 The Importance of Comprehensive Hormonal Testing

36:31 Addressing Sexual Health Concerns

39:22 Fertility as a Marker of Overall Health

43:22 The Future of Men's Health Conversations

46:42 Closing Thoughts and Resources

About our speaker

Dr. Justin Houman, MD, FACS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained urologist in Los Angeles who specializes in men’s sexual, hormonal, and reproductive health. He focuses on helping men with conditions like erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, male infertility, incontinence, and Peyronei's disease, offering compassionate, personalized care using the latest treatments. As a skilled microsurgeon, he performs procedures including microsurgical varicocelectomy, vasectomy reversal, and sperm retrieval, always emphasizing minimally invasive techniques with strong outcomes. Serving Greater Los Angeles, Dr. Houman blends medical expertise with empathy to help men reclaim confidence and quality of life. 

Show Notes

Learn more about Dr. Justin Houman and follow him on Instagram @justin.houman.md!

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