The Men's Center

12/24/2025

12/23/2025

I don't think we are anywhere close to really understanding how important the gut microbiome really is for our overall health. It's role in cancer, inflammation, glucose metabolism, and weight is an exciting new frontier in health.

I first learned about Akkermansia from another doctor who was taking it to help manage his blood sugars. I've been reading a lot about it since then. I think it's something all of us will be hearing more about in the future.

12/22/2025

This is another really promising anti-aging peptide. The injectable version is still in the FDA category 2 for compounding for human use due to lack of studies regarding safety in humans, although animal studies with injections did suggest a favorable safety profile. I will be interested to see what the future holds in this regard as this is a peptide that may prove useful for systemic use in the future. But until there is more clarity here, we will be sticking with topical versions.

But after hitting the research articles, I am a fan of topical versions, which are readily available from reliable supplement companies as well as compounding pharmacies. Evidence suggests that topical gels and creams can be effective to combat skin quality and texture changes that occur with aging.

My wife always comments that I can get ready for bed in five minutes because I don't have a skin care routine. I'm about to start one. Stay tuned - I'll let you know how it goes.

12/19/2025

Guys, a new year is upon us. We have to keep up with the ladies. This is the time to think not only about s*xual health and hormonal health but also longevity and healthspan.

We want you to live a long, healthy, productive, and happy life. We want you to continue to be able to do the things that give you joy well into the second half of life. this is much more than testosterone and peptides.

At The Men's Center we start with a comprehensive set of labs to evaluate cardiovascular, metabolic and hormonal risk factors as well as prostate cancer screening. You then get to sit down for a 60-minute visit face-to-face with Dr. Denny Kubinski, a board certified urologist.

Our office is a comfortable dude centered space with an all male staff consisting of Dr. Kubinski, our PA Greg, our RN Jay, and our customer service specialist Jake.

You will feel comfortable here. Everybody does. Check out our reviews.

Do you want to make Charleston's men's health authority - the only urologist-owned and operated men's health clinic in the area - your home for comprehensive men's health?

Call us or text us at 843-625-HARD.

You can also read about what sets as apart from all of the others at www.the-mens-center.com.

Have a happy and safe holiday season. We hope to see you in 2026.

12/17/2025

We have a men's health crisis, folks. Let's stop waiting for men to develop chronic diseases, then just treating the symptoms. If we want truly healthy men we need real preventative healthcare. Testosterone replacement therapy is just one small element of preventative medicine.

Men's health goes so much deeper than a T check. It requires comprehensive labs and real discussions.

That is what we do at The Men's Center.

12/16/2025

The recent meeting of the expert advisory panel to the FDA regarding testosterone therapy addressed the rapidly changing paradigms related to both risks and benefits of testosterone therapy.

The panel consisted of some experts that I personally follow closely including Dr Mohit Khera of Baylor, Dr. Abraham Morgentaler of Harvard, and Dr. Helen Bernie of Indiana University.

Thoughts about the importance of a healthy testosterone level are evolving very rapidly. Even for most doctors it's hard to keep up with.

This is a major area of interest for us, and The Men's Center we pride ourselves with staying on the leading edge of men's health therapies.

Progressive, evidence-informed, and personalized but without the BS. That's our thing.

12/16/2025

CJC-1295 is one of the several non-FDA approved growth hormone releasing peptides that is commonly used in longevity and wellness clinics.

This peptide differs from the others primarily due to long serum half-life in comparison to other common peptides such as ipamorelin and sermorelin, which have relatively short duration of action.

Because of this, CJC-1295 is commonly used in conjunction with shorter-acting GHRPs.

Lake many peptides, short-term studies showed no adverse effects, but long-term studies are lacking.

Additionally, I did not address dosing because there can be different formulations of this peptide that significantly affect half-life. Make sure you discuss this with your provider if you are getting this peptide.

Importantly, because these peptides are often lacking large high-quality clinical trials, we do have to make our decisions based upon lower level evidence, which is OK in my opinion, as long as everybody feels adequately informed about the potential risks and benefits. This requires medical oversight.

In general, the available data and personal experience leads me to believe that peptides may have a very valuable role in longevity and wellness but every case should be considered individually under the guidance of a doctor.

I love learning about new frontiers in men's health and I hope you do too!

Come and see us if you would like to talk more.

12/12/2025

There are three legitimate reasons for the resurgence in interest regarding testosterone therapy. 1) declining testosterone levels in men 2) more appreciation of significant health benefits of optimizing testosterone level 3) better understanding of the actual risks of testosterone therapy with associated myth-busting.

And of course there is a fourth reason - financial interest - which explains why there is a testosterone franchise on every corner.

As a urologist for 20 years I have seen thousands of men with sub-optimal testosterone who have greatly benefited from responsible and attentive testosterone replacement therapy. I am a huge believer. I also feel very strongly that it is not a plug-in play and that it's critical to understand the interactions with the rest of the endocrine system, fertility, and other organ systems which requires expert medical oversight.

if you are concerned about your testosterone level due to symptoms such as fatigue, depressed mood, brain fog, decreased muscle mass, increased body fat, decreased s*x drive or impaired s*xual function, you should have a thorough men's health work up. This certainly doesn't mean just checking a testosterone level as this is woefully insufficient for work up of these symptoms. But it certainly should be a big part of the conversation.

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12/11/2025

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12/10/2025

We understand how stressful divorce can be and how daunting it can be to get back out there when you have been out of the game for a long time. It's a different world now. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

Let us help you get your confidence and feel and look your best.

We are Charleston's s*xual health and hormonal health experts. We have the tools.

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12/09/2025

Ipamorelin is a potent growth hormone-releasing peptide that has some potential advantages over some of the others.

Although peptides seem to be doled out like aspirin, keep in mind that these are actually hormones and can have significant unexpected side effects and interactions with other organ systems in the body.. Like other peptides, ipamorelin should only be used by prescription from an experienced medical doctor.

If you have any questions, feel free to call us or come on by.

*Please note that this is for information only and is not medical advice and does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship.

12/08/2025

I am convinced that there is a potential role for peptides in longevity and wellness in the right patient. I also think it's important to be your own advocate, particularly in this space - which really is the Wild West in terms of wide variation of expertise and financially-driven care.

Here is what you need to know about the very popular growth hormone releasing peptide, sermorelin.

Let me know if you have any questions!