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GGONews: March Edition
Giangiacomo Ollandini
March 05, 2025
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Meet the Team: The Heartbeat Behind Our Practice
A dedicated team behind a successful Practice is working together to ensure a seamless and personalized patient experience.
There's an old saying that behind every successful consultant is an extraordinary support team working tirelessly behind the scenes. Today, I'm delighted to introduce you to Consultant Secretarial – the dedicated professionals who make everything run smoothly for both me and you.
When you call our office or receive correspondence from us, you might hear me refer to "my secretary Sara," but the truth reveals a beautiful story of entrepreneurship and friendship. What began as a partnership between my long-standing PA Sara and her best friend Emma has blossomed into a flourishing company supporting numerous consultants like myself.
Consultant Secretarial is a family of skilled professionals, each bringing their unique talents to ensure your experience with us is seamless and personal:
Sara handles many of my day-to-day needs and is often your first point of contact
Emma Sara’s partner; she specialises in billing matters and financial questions
Natalie checks and processes the thoughtful letters and correspondence you receive
Gabby and Lee provide additional support to ensure nothing falls through the cracks
What makes this team truly special is their deep understanding of healthcare from the patient perspective. They know that behind every appointment, every letter, and every billing question is a person seeking care and reassurance.
I invite you to learn more about this remarkable team at their website: Consultant Secretarial
In our next newsletter, we'll continue our "Meet the Team" series with another group of dedicated professionals who contribute to your care experience. Until then, please know that whether you speak with Sara, Emma, Natalie, Gabby, or Lee, you're in compassionate, capable hands.
ESSM 2025: 5 Patient-Centred Breakthroughs in Sexual Health
ESSM 2025 in Vienna. Multidisciplinary expertise reunited from all around the world to share the best of knowledge in Sexual Health
The European Society for Sexual Medicine (ESSM) 2025 conference in Vienna showcased numerous advances in sexual health. Here are five of the most ground-breaking topics – from cutting-edge treatments to emerging trends – and what they could mean for patients’ care and well-being:
1. Magnetic Field Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction (PelviTouch)
Magnetic Field Therapy (PelviTouch) for Erectile Dysfunction: A patient undergoes a non-invasive treatment using a specialized chair that emits gentle magnetic waves to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles, improving blood flow and erectile function. The modern clinical setting ensures a comfortable and reassuring experience.
One highlight was an innovative magnetic stimulation therapy called PelviTouch for men with erectile dysfunction (ED). Presented at ESSM 2025, this non-invasive therapy uses a targeted magnetic field to stimulate and strengthen pelvic floor muscles, improving blood flow and erection quality. Originally developed to treat urinary incontinence, it has been optimized to enhance men’s intimate health. Early clinical results show PelviTouch can also reduce chronic pelvic pain and urinary symptoms without any surgery or discomfort, greatly improving patients’ quality of life. For patients, this means a potential new option to regain erectile function and bladder control without pills or invasive procedures – offering hope especially for those who cannot take medications.
2. Low-Intensity Shockwave Therapy Restoring Natural Blood Flow
Another buzzworthy topic was low-intensity shockwave therapy (LiSWT) for ED. This treatment uses gentle sound waves applied to the penis to trigger tissue regeneration. Studies have shown improved erections after shockwave therapy, especially in men whose ED is due to poor blood circulation. The shockwaves stimulate the growth of new blood vessels and repair aging ones, restoring natural blood flow essential for strong erections. For patients, this approach could mean treating the root cause of ED rather than just managing symptoms – potentially reducing reliance on medications. While still being studied, shockwave therapy’s success in clinical trials is a promising step toward a future non-pharmaceutical ED cure that could help men regain normal sexual function.
3. Breakthroughs in Female Sexual Health and Wellness
ESSM 2025 and Women Sexual Health
ESSM 2025 placed a special focus on female sexual dysfunction (FSD), an area often under-addressed. Experts discussed bridging the gap between research and real-world care for women’s sexual health. New findings were presented on restoring sexual function in women with common health issues like diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and menopause. For example, clinicians showed that better management of diabetes or cardiac health can markedly improve a woman’s libido and comfort. There were also sessions on relieving female sexual pain disorders and improving vaginal health – including minimally invasive laser therapies and hormonal treatments. Implications for patients: Women stand to benefit from more personalized treatments for low desire, arousal difficulties, and pain. As these breakthroughs translate into practice, female patients can expect more open conversations and effective therapies that address their sexual wellness as an integral part of overall health.
4. Sexual Rehabilitation for Cancer Survivors and Chronic Illness
A powerful theme at the conference was holistic sexual rehabilitation – helping patients maintain intimacy and sexual function during and after major health challenges. Experts shared strategies for prostate cancer survivors, emphasizing that care shouldn’t stop at tumor treatment but also address recovery of erections and intimacy. New rehabilitation protocols (such as early use of therapies like pelvic physiotherapy, vacuum devices, or tailored medications) can significantly improve post-surgery sexual outcomes for men. Similarly, sessions highlighted sexual health after gynecological cancer and pelvic radiation in women, with guidance on hormonal therapy or dilator use to preserve vaginal health. Beyond cancer, chronic conditions (like heart failure or obesity) were discussed in relation to sexuality, reinforcing that managing the underlying illness can restore sexual function. For patients, this trend means healthcare providers are increasingly addressing sexual side effects of illnesses and treatments. Survivors and those with chronic diseases can be hopeful that their doctors will help proactively preserve or regain their sexual well-being, improving quality of life along with longevity.
5. Personalized & Inclusive Sexual Medicine (AI and Beyond)
Looking to the future, ESSM 2025 showcased how technology and inclusivity are shaping sexual healthcare. One exciting development is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in sexual medicine – for example, using AI tools to predict which treatments will work best for individual patients or to customize therapy plans. This could make care more efficient and tailored, ensuring patients get the most effective interventions with fewer trials and errors. Additionally, the conference emphasized inclusive care for all patients. This includes specialized approaches for transgender individuals’ sexual health needs and culturally sensitive practices for diverse patient populations. The message is that sexual healthcare is not one-size-fits-all: advances range from high-tech (like AI decision-support or telehealth platforms) to high-empathy (training providers in diversity-sensitive care). Patients will benefit from this personalized and inclusive approach – whether it’s a therapy plan tuned precisely to their condition or a healthcare environment where everyone’s sexual well-being is respected and supported.
In Summary:
The ESSM 2025 conference delivered a clear takeaway: innovation in sexual medicine is accelerating, and it’s firmly focused on improving patients’ lives. From new therapies that restore sexual function without surgery to a broader commitment to treat sexual health as a vital part of overall care, these breakthroughs promise to empower patients. As these advances make their way from conference halls to clinics, patients can look forward to more options, better outcomes, and a more open dialogue about their sexual health and well-being.
Sources: The above insights are drawn from reports on ESSM 2025 and expert summaries, highlighting the conference’s top patient-centred advancements. Each development brings us a step closer to a future where intimate health is not a luxury, but a standard part of healthcare for everyone.
Heidi Health: Your Doctor's Note-Taking Partner
The logo of Heidi Scribe: a powerful tool to help keeping notes and documents safe and accurate.
Last month, I shared with you about Carebit, the Electronic Patient Record system that helps me keep your health information organized and secure. Today, I'd like to introduce another supportive tool in my practice—one of several AI-powered assistants that helps me focus more fully on what truly matters: you.
Introducing Heidi Health: Here to Help Us Connect Better
As your healthcare provider, nothing is more important to me than being fully present during our time together. I want to look into your eyes, hear the nuances in your voice, and truly listen to your concerns without the distraction of typing notes.
That's where Heidi Health comes in—a gentle, behind-the-scenes assistant that helps me document our conversations while allowing me to be more emotionally present with you.
What Heidi Does for Our Time Together
When you sit across from me sharing your health concerns, Heidi works quietly in the background (with your permission) to:
Capture the important details of our conversation
Help create a well-organized record of your symptoms, concerns, and our care plan
Allow me to maintain eye contact and emotional connection rather than looking at a screen
Ensure nothing important gets missed or forgotten
Think of Heidi as a compassionate note-taker sitting quietly in the corner—helping me remember every detail while freeing me to focus on the human connection that healing truly requires.
The Difference You'll Feel
With Heidi's help, our appointments become warmer and more personal. Instead of the all-too-common experience of watching your doctor type while you speak, you'll notice:
More eye contact and genuine presence
A conversation that flows naturally, without interruptions for note-taking
The comforting feeling of being truly heard and understood
A more accurate record of our discussion, capturing details that might otherwise slip away
After our visit, I personally review everything Heidi has captured, making any necessary adjustments to ensure your health story is documented with complete accuracy and care.
Your Privacy Remains Sacred
I understand that trust is the foundation of our relationship. Your health information remains completely protected with the same stringent privacy standards as all your medical records. Everything Heidi helps document is:
Encrypted and secure
Only accessible to your healthcare team
Protected by healthcare privacy laws
Never shared with outside companies or used for marketing
Always Your Choice
As with everything in your healthcare journey, using Heidi during our visits is completely your decision. I will always:
ensure you are fully informed before Heidi joins our conversation, and you can opt out at any time with no impact on your care
Honor your preference if you'd rather I take notes the traditional way
Switch to manual note-taking immediately if you change your mind
Provide the same quality care either way
Your comfort and trust are paramount—Heidi is simply a tool to help me give you the attentive, connected care you deserve.
I look forward to our next appointment, where we can focus on what matters most—your wellbeing—with less technology between us and more human connection.
With care and commitment, Your Doctor
YouTube Health and Doctify: GGO videos are finally live
I'm thrilled to share my heartfelt video series on men's health topics now featured on YouTube Health in Doctify Channel. Each video opens a door to understanding issues that might feel difficult to discuss but deserve our compassionate attention.
What You'll Discover in These Videos:
Varicocele: The Silent Companion of Many Men Did you know this condition affects nearly 10-20 of all men? In this gentle exploration, I walk you through how these enlarged veins in the scrotum develop, why they're so common, and what this means for your overall well-being.
Erectile Dysfunction: Your Heart's Important Message Beyond intimate concerns, ED often whispers crucial warnings about your cardiovascular health. With warmth and sensitivity, we'll explore how the blood vessels affected in ED may signal early warnings about your heart's condition. This connection could be the pathway to preventative care that extends well beyond the bedroom—potentially adding years to your life.
Haematuria: The Red Flag That Deserves Attention When you notice blood in your urine, your body is sending an important message that always warrants medical care. I'll guide you through understanding why this symptom should never be ignored, how to approach the conversation with your doctor, and the compassionate care pathways available.
Each video weaves together scientific accuracy with heartfelt understanding, creating a safe space for you to gather knowledge that can transform uncertainty into empowered action.
What is a Varicocele? Do up to 20% of men really have it?
What is Erectile Dysfunction? How is it link to cardiovascular health?
What is haematuria? Is it really such a big deal? (spoiler: Yes!)
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