www.cvvim.org www.capcomts.com www.DesertHealthNews.com March/April 2026 Medical News The Valley's Leading Resource for Health and Wellness 7 HIPAA Compliance Backup/Disaster Recovery Network Design & Support Cyber Security Help Desk Support and more! It is our mission to ensure your business success through effective management, continuity and stability of all your technology needs. CapCom has a 25-year track record of innovative work, creating complete IT systems and solutions for companies in the healthcare sector. CapComTS.com 760.424.2216 info@CapComTS.com CapCom / Desert Health / one-eighth-page horizontal ad / size: 4.875” W x 3.562” H www.drmayakato.com Schedule Your Consultation 760-592-7310 36867 Cook St., Ste 103 Palm Desert, CA 92211 | drmayakato.com ApexRF is a breakthrough 15-minute, non-invasive treatment that uses gentle radiofrequency energy to restore blood flow and improve male performance. It’s effective for ED and equally beneficial for men who simply want to feel more confident and connected. Stimulates natural blood flow Treats ED safely and effectively Boosts performance, size, and sensation Restores intimacy and confidence No pills, injections, or surgery THE GENTLE TREATMENT FOR A STRONGER CONNECTION Dr. B. Maya Kato is proud to be the exclusive provider of InMode APEX™ RF in the Coachella Valley. Mention "Desert Health News" for special pricing - $600 off package of 6 treatments! LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER COACHELLA VALLEY Your Skills Can Change Lives Questions/More Info Call or email Kristina Kristina.Banda@CVVIM.org (760) 625-0763 APPLY NOW! CVVIM.org Join our volunteer medical team! Flexible hours Just 4 hours per month minimum requirement Locations in Palm Springs or Indio We are seeking: Licensed physicians and specialists Registered nurses & NPS Other health professionals Reclaiming Intimacy (Part 3 of 3) Rise and shine! Effective treatments for ED By Maya Kato, MD Continued on page 11 As we’ve discussed in this Desert Health series, approximately 1 out of 3 men will experience some form of erectile dysfunction (ED) in their lifetime. In this edition, I’d like to discuss existing therapies that can provide effective short-term symptom relief and the importance of addressing underlying medical, psychological and lifestyle issues for longterm benefits and overall wellbeing. Current treatments. First-line therapy typically involves phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors such as sildenafil and tadalafil. These oral medications improve blood flow by enhancing nitric oxide signaling and can be highly effective. Common adverse effects include headache, flushing, nasal congestion, indigestion and dizziness. Rare complications include priapism (prolonged erection requiring emergency treatment) and sudden hearing or vision loss. PDE5 inhibitors are contraindicated in men taking nitrates due to the risk of severe hypotension, and in patients with significant cardiovascular disease. Another medication is Trimix, an injectable containing alprostadil, papaverine and phentolamine that is administered into the penis before sexual activity. It has a >80% success rate, but penile injections can be difficult to self-administer. Adverse effects include pain, fibrosis, bruising and prolonged erections. Vacuum erection devices and penile implants are also options, but while these approaches can restore function, they do not reverse vascular damage or metabolic disease. Emerging regenerative therapies. Natural, regenerative treatments have grown in popularity for a variety of conditions. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy uses concentrated platelets and growth factors from a patient’s own blood to stimulate penile tissue repair and vascular improvement. The procedure is typically done as a series of injections in a physician’s office. Early research suggests potential benefit in mild to moderate ED, but long-term data remain limited. Radiofrequency (RF) and other energy-based therapies aim to improve tissue remodeling and increase blood flow through controlled thermal stimulation. The treatment is quick, painless and non-invasive. Patients usually receive several weekly treatment sessions. Preliminary findings are promising and gaining academic interest; however, patients should understand that these novel treatments still require longterm study analysis. Treatment of underlying disease and lifestyle modification matter most. As previously mentioned, ED frequently serves as an early marker of other medical diseases, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Any systemic disease processes need to be investigated and treated. Alcohol is a commonly overlooked contributor to ED. In the short term, alcohol depresses the central nervous system and disrupts the nerve signaling required "A comprehensive strategy that prioritizes overall health and uses medical therapy when appropriate offers the most sustainable path to improved ED and overall well-being." — Maya Kato, MD
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