For Fox Sake

5 years ago when I finished my sexual medicine fellowship I was turned away from a job at an academic institution and had a contract taken away from me by a busy urology private practice before I could sign it.

 

Both places thought my interest in sexual medicine was noble and that I was a pioneer in the field, but both told me I would not be able to meet the financial goals of their practices.  

Both told me they couldn’t help me with my dream. 

 

The reality is they were right. I can’t do what I do in 10 minute visits and see 30 patients per day. Much of what I do doesn't require surgeries or procedures.

 

My dream is spending time with people, getting to know them and helping them understand and achieve their quality of life goals. My dream is to teach other doctors and clinicians why sexual health is simply health and they too can incorporate it into their practices. I also have a dream to start drinking water regularly so I don’t get another kidney stone. 

 

My dream does not fit well in the current health care system.  

 

The idea of starting a business was daunting. Early in the pandemic I found a life-changing podcast and group of physician entrepreneurs who were trying to be different. I found a community that supports me and helps me learn how to start and run a successful business. 

 

It’s not magic. It’s not impossible. It happens by just taking many small steps, asking questions, and being afraid but doing it anyway. I’ve read dozens of books, listened to podcasts, joined facebook groups and realized that I wasn’t alone. 

 

Also I learned how to do surgery on genitals…how hard can it be to learn quickbooks!? 

This weekend I attended a business retreat in Dallas with my physician entrepreneur group. I met friends that I’ve known only through zoom calls and facebook groups IRL (in real life - as the kids say).

 At a time when physician burnout is at an all time high, it was incredibly inspiring to be around a group of doctors trying to change medicine and support each other along the way.

New Video Series

Practicing sexual medicine requires a team approach. Our passion is getting to know our patients so we can customize a team to maximize their quality of life and sexual health.

 

We are starting a new series of YouTube videos presented by our nurse practitioner, Andrea Martin. We are talking to some of our favorite teammates.

 

First up, we talked with Jennifer Chu, physical therapist and mind-body coach about her practice, ITR Physical Therapy. She focuses on holistic and individualized care that treats patients as more than just a pelvis! Check out the full video on our channel and subscribe for more great content!

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Always Learning

Before I left on my trip we had some fun in the office with an early-morning vulvoscopy boot camp! Andrea and I practiced using magnification to better visualize the vulva and discover clitoral adhesions.

It was a very fruitful session and the patient was ecstatic. We even made a video.

 

If you don’t recall what clitoral adhesions are or how they can affect sexual function, read about it in our blog! 

 

We are so proud of the research we've published. I am even prouder of the brilliant group of medical students who made the project possible and started their own organization to improve women's sexual health education in medical schools.

Andrea did a Podcast!

 

This week Andrea spoke with the “Hope After Breast Cancer Podcast” about the physical changes a breast cancer survivor might experience, as well as safe treatment options.

 

Navigating sex after cancer treatment can be a difficult and lonely road. Between surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation, medication side effects and the trauma of having everyday life turned upside down, sex often gets pushed to the side.

Harvard Testosterone Course February 17-18

 One of my idols in urology, Dr. Abraham Morgentaler changed the way we use testosterone to treat men. He used data, advocacy and a soap box to show us that testosterone didn't cause prostate cancer or worsen it in most men who already have it. And it definitely can improve men's quality of life and sexual health.

 

You can imagine my joy when he asked me to help him at his annual course on testosterone therapy. This is the first year the course addresses testosterone management in women.

 

Consider attending the Testosterone Therapy and Sexual Dysfunction Conference in Orlando! This course is an amazing opportunity for all clinicians to learn more and help patients regain their quality of life!

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We are excited to continue to bring you more informational content about sexual health. For more, follow us @drrachelrubin and @andrea.sexplains.it.all 

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Dr. Rachel Rubin 

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