Men's Health

An annual men’s health checkup is one of the easiest ways to protect your well-being and prevent age-related medical issues. At Harmony Clinic (Clinica Armonia) in Nashville, Tennessee, family practice physician assistant Steven Gardner, PA, offers various men’s health services, including vaccinations, prostate exams, lab work, and medically supervised weight loss. Call Harmony Clinic (Clinica Armonia) to schedule a men’s health checkup, or book your appointment online today.

Do I need a men’s health checkup if I feel healthy?

Yes. It’s important to schedule an annual men’s health checkup at Harmony Clinic (Clinica Armonia) even if you feel healthy. Many chronic conditions, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes, present few obvious symptoms, so you might be at risk and not know it. 

Men’s health checkups also present a chance to ask Steven questions, discuss health concerns, and learn about steps you can take to live a long, active, and healthy life. 

What services are part of men’s health?

At Harmony Clinic (Clinica Armonia), Steven offers various men’s health services, including:

Physical exams

A physical exam checks in on your health and well-being. Steven measures your blood pressure and respiratory rate, assesses your organ function, orders lab work, and updates your vaccines. He answers your questions and develops a personalized health plan to help you feel your best.

Lab work

Lab work analyzes your blood, urine, or saliva to gain insights into your health. The type of lab work you need depends on your age, health history, current symptoms, and lifestyle.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations teach your immune system to defend against harmful invaders, like viruses and bacteria. If you’re current on your vaccines, you might only need a seasonal flu shot and a COVID-19 booster. Otherwise, Steven may develop a personalized vaccine schedule. 

Sex-specific preventive screenings

Men’s health exams may include a digital rectal exam (DRE) and a testicular exam. These measures assess your risk of prostate cancer and testicular cancer. If Steven finds anything out of the ordinary, he orders more specialized testing, like diagnostic imaging or a biopsy.

Referrals for a colonoscopy

All men 45 and older need to schedule a colonoscopy every 7-10 years. This outpatient procedure uses a colonoscope ––  a thin tube with a light and camera on the end –– to examine your large intestine (colon) for cancerous growths (polyps).

Medically supervised weight loss

Medically supervised weight loss uses nutrition education, exercise guidance, and prescription medication when needed to help you achieve an ideal weight. 

What should I bring to a men’s health appointment?

Bring the following items to your men’s health appointment at Harmony Clinic (Clinica Armonia):

• Health insurance card
• Names of the vitamins, supplements, and medications you take
• Results from any recent tests, like blood work or X-rays
• Names and contact information of your current and previous medical providers
• Questions that you’d like Steven to answer

Try to arrive 10-15 minutes before the start of your men’s health checkup, so you have plenty of time to fill out new patient paperwork.

Call Harmony Clinic (Clinica Armonia) to schedule a men’s health checkup, or book your appointment online today.