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Men’s Health: Supplements & Safety

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Course Overview
This activity is intended for healthcare professionals, including providers and pharmacists, in any practice setting. There are no prerequisites.

Learning Outcomes 
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Identify common benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), erectile dysfunction (ED), and androgen-deficiency symptom presentations that may prompt consideration of natural medicines. 
  • Distinguish typical presentations of BPH, ED, and androgen-deficiency symptoms from red flags that require further evaluation or referral. 
  • Summarize the available clinical evidence for natural products commonly used for BPH, sexual dysfunction, and testosterone support. 
  • Recognize clinically significant drug-supplement interaction risks with natural products frequently used for men’s health conditions.  
  • Apply practical counseling strategies when discussing supplements for common men’s health concerns. 

About the Author/Presenter 
Andrea Stafford, PharmD, is an Assistant Clinical Editor at TRC Healthcare for NatMed. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Indiana State University and her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Creighton University. She completed a PGY1 drug information residency at Creighton University’s Center for Drug Information and Evidence-based Practice. Before pursuing a career in pharmacy, Andrea worked as a middle school math teacher. Her professional interests include educating both patients and clinicians, with an emphasis on evidence-based medicine. She is particularly dedicated to exploring the integration of natural medicines in the management of common chronic diseases and conditions affecting women’s health. 

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals 
TRC Healthcare/ NetCE 
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by TRC Healthcare/ NetCE. TRC Healthcare/NetCE is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details): 
Nursing, Pharmacy, Physician

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