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The fight to solve ED

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Join the fight to solve Erectile Dysfunction

In this five-part, short documentary series, Dr. Samantha Nealon, an early career urologist, examines the connections Prosthetic Urologists form with their Erectile Dysfunction (ED) patients through successful treatment of ED. Learn along with her as she journeys across the country to explore the personal battle men face when trying to understand and solve their erectile dysfunction. Through candid interviews with patients and physicians, she explores the physical and emotional impact of ED. You will gain valuable insight into the hope that comes with current advanced therapies that can restore men to sexual health.
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Episode 4: Desperate for a Cure

Career, home, partner — ED doesn’t often make the list of things men worry about in their thirties. But Richard had been suffering secretly and trying therapies for years. He was desperate for a cure when he finally opened up to his wife, Maria. Everything changed when the couple connected with Dr. Jonathan Clavell and learned about IPP therapy. High-fiving his doctor on the way into the OR, Richard was riding high on the hope even before the surgery. See his journey, and learn why Dr. Clavell believes improved emotional health is the biggest benefit of an IPP.

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Meet Dr. Jonathan Clavell

A board-certified Urologist and Men’s Sexual Health specialist practicing in Houston, Texas.

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Gatekeepers of men

Dr. Clavell shares insight on his practice and philosophy treating men with ED.

Dr. Jonathan Clavell sitting in an empty OR discussing his experience.
Reaching men with ED

Dr. Clavell discusses his digital approach to reaching men with ED, and educating them about solutions.

Dr. Jonathan Clavell sitting in an empty OR discussing his experience.
A partner's role in treating ED

Dr. Clavell shares his perspective on the importance of including a patient’s partner in ED education.

Dr. Jonathan Clavell sitting in an empty OR discussing his experience.
Hope

Dr. Clavell shares his approach to addressing patient fears related to getting an implant.

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Episode 3: No Regrets

Lawrence walked into Dr. Shawn Blick’s office for a totally different urologic concern. Experiencing Dr. Blick’s expertise firsthand inspired him. He bravely revealed the isolation-inducing organic ED he had been experiencing for years. Through extensive counseling, Dr. Blick outlined a treatment option Lawrence didn’t know was possible. He addressed Lawrence’s anxieties and fears and counseled him through recovery. Learn why Lawrence says the only thing he would change in his ED journey is connecting with a urologist sooner.

Extras

Dr. Blick sitting in his clinic space discussing his experience.
Meet Dr. Shawn Blick

Meet the president and founder of Valley Urologic Associates and the director of ED Specialists of Arizona, where he has practiced for 22 years.

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Reliable clinical support

Dr. Blick shares his experience partnering with Boston Scientific to support the ED patient journey.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Patient-first values

Watch Dr. Blick discuss his perception of Boston Scientific’s commitment to men with ED.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Impact of treating ED

A physician’s perspective on the importance of men’s sexual health.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Perspective on the ED journey

Dr. Blick shares his point of view on the complexities associated with navigating ED, the care system and getting connected to a Urologist.

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Trailer: Episode 4

A quick look at Episode 4 of "HARD - The fight to solve ED."

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Episode 2: Restoring Robert

From initial counseling through treatment and recovery, solving ED is a process. One that Dr. Jaspreet Singh knows well — and deems priceless in helping restore men’s confidence. This story follows Dr. Singh from pre-counseling through the operating room. And it chronicles construction worker, Robert, as he talks openly about his life-changing, advanced ED therapy. Learn why Robert believes that choosing an IPP “is the best thing I ever did in my life,” and why Dr. Singh says that men with implants are the happiest patients he has. Join Dr. Samantha Nealon in New York, as she documents their candid stories.

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Meet Dr. Jaspreet Singh

The co-director of urology in the department of surgery at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital in Newburg, New York

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Approach to educating patients

A physician’s perspective on educating ED patients through an algorithmic approach, to find the right solution.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Partnership in educating patients

Dr. Singh discusses his approach to partnering with BSC to educate patients on the IPP.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Full care, including the IPP

Dr. Singh shares a perspective on addressing gaps in his practice to give patients the full care they need to solve ED.

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Trailer: Episode 3

A quick look at Episode 3 of "HARD - The fight to solve ED."

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Episode 1: A Good Life

The first time they locked eyes, Cliff and Marilyn knew they were soulmates. They’ve been inseparable ever since, sharing their most personal joys and struggles. Together, they triumphed over prostate cancer. Unknowingly, that victory resulted in one of their toughest trials yet — ED. Just when they’d given up, they met Dr. Arnold D. Bullock, Alan A. and Edith L. Wolff Distinguished Professor in Urology, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Opening the couple’s eyes to an effective therapy option, he gave them hope of restoring Cliff’s erectile function — and the vital intimacy they’d lost. Join Cliff, Marilyn, and Dr. Bullock as they share their inspiring story, and our nationwide quest to shed light on ED begins.

Extras

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Meet Dr. Arnold Bullock

Director of Men’s Health at Washington University shares details on his background and practice in St. Louis, MO.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Role in this fight

Perspective on Dr. Bullock's roles as an implanter, including his local role within the community and his national role as a trainer.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Relating with patients

Hear Dr. Bullock's approach to discussing ED with men and their feelings of embarrassment that cause them to wait to speak to a doctor.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Presenting the IPP

Perspectives on the idea of presenting IPP as the last treatment option to patients, and why Dr. Bullock thinks that’s a less effective approach.

Silhouette of a man breaking apart like ashes from his right side. HARD, the fight to solve ED. A Boston Scientific original series. Click to play video.
Perspective on the AMS 700™

Why Dr. Bullock uses the AMS 700 Prosthesis – quality, safety, reliability, antibiotic treatment.

 

 

 

 

Participating Physicians

Shawn Blick, MD headshot

Shawn Blick, MD

Penile Implant Surgeon & Director of ED Specialists of Arizona

Jonathan Clavell, MD headshot

Jonathan Clavell, MD, FACS

Board Certified Urologist & Men’s Sexual Health Specialist

Abram McBride, MD headshot

Abram McBride, MD

Urologist and Men’s Health Specialist

Arnold Bullock, MD headshot

Arnold D. Bullock, MD

Alan A. and Edith L. Wolff Distinguished Professor in Urology
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

Samantha Nealon, MD headshot

Samantha Nealon, MD

Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery and Prosthetics Fellow

Jaspreet Singh, MD headshot

Jaspreet Singh, DO

Co-director of Urology Dept. of Surgery
Montefiore St. Luke’s Hospital, New York

 

 

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