Men at The Emeline: how preventative medical care can help keep you on track – Australian Jewish News

Men make up a little less than half of the population but are overrepresented when it comes to health issues. While this is a consequence of environmental factors such as work stress or lifestyle factors such as diet and alcohol consumption, theres an additional stigma that men are often busy and dont always prioritise their own health.

The highly skilled and experienced medical team at The Emeline want to transform the notion of a doctors visit being an unpleasant experience that men dread, into a positive and pleasant experience that they almost look forward to.

A new medical practice in Malvern, The Emeline not only focuses on diverse and high-quality medical care for patients, but also the power of preventative and individually tailored medical care in ensuring ones happy and healthy future.

Dr Ion Pop, a specialist general practitioner at The Emeline, has observed changes in mens attitude towards healthcare following the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to the opportunities for reflection throughout Melbournes lockdowns.

We have actually seen a stronger focus on men being proactive when it comes to implementing positive changes in their lives in line with their goals, Dr Pop said.

Whether its losing weight, improving body strength, exercising more, eating better, drinking less alcohol or smoking less, many men have been more motivated to look after their bodies so that they can continue to do all of the things that they value, he said.

Mens health services at The Emeline are delivered by a caring and professional team who weaves evidence-based medicine with their clinical experience and patient priorities to make health decisions and implement management plans.

Among other services, gastroenterologists Dr Michael Braude and Dr Ashley Bloom consult on site to support male gut and liver health; dietitian Mr Jordan Psomopoulos has over 20 years of experience; a range of amazing psychologists in partnership with Catalyst Psychology are on offer; and Dr Pop has previously worked at a large industrial facility managing a range of occupational health concerns including asthma, COPD, musculoskeletal injuries, hearing loss, mental health concerns and WorkCover.

For specialist general practitioner Dr Daniel Lichtblau, former cricketer Shane Warnes recent passing highlighted not just the importance of heart health, but also encouraging men to feel confident in taking charge of their health.

Our bodies are in many ways like very complicated machines, and much like with our cars, if you dont service it as often as recommended it might keep working but then you could end up with a more serious problem down the track, Dr Lichtblau believes.

Simply monitoring ones health regularly and maintaining a good relationship with a doctor who knows you well can take the friction out of the process, helps to prevent medical issues from materialising and increase the chances of detecting medical conditions sooner and initiating treatment earlier.

For more information, visit emeline.com.au

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