James J. Elist, MD, presented “The History of Penile Enlargement and the Advent of Penuma” during the 1st Advances in Men’s Health conference in August 2021.
How to cite: Elist, James J. “The History of Penile Enlargement and the Advent of Penuma.” August 2021. Accessed Jul 2024. https://grandroundsinurology.com/the-history-of-penile-enlargement-and-the-advent-of-penuma/
The History of Penile Enlargement and the Advent of Penuma: Summary
James J. Elist, MD, FACS, a urologist and surgeon in private practice in Beverly Hills, California, explains why a patient may request penile enlargement, lists available treatment options for these patients, and discusses how to screen and select patients for a penile implant. He highlights the importance of the selection and screening process, observing that patients may have unrealistic expectations about how penile enlargement will affect their penis, may need psychological counseling or psychotherapy to address certain feelings about their penis, and may have undergone plastic surgery that affects their options for penile enlargement. Dr. Elist then looks at Penuma®, the first FDA-cleared, patented, and manufactured subcutaneous silicone implant for penile cosmetic corrective surgery. He explains how to perform the quick outpatient surgical procedure, goes over recovery and follow-up details, and considers the benefits of the implant compared to other options. Dr. Elist notes that the Penuma® implant is permanent yet reversible, customizable to patient anatomy, has no effect on erectile function and does not interfere with the urethra, remains accessible across the country, and boasts a strong and long term track record of patient satisfaction and low adverse events.
About the Advances in Men’s Health conference:
Presented by Program Director Steven N. Gange, MD, FACS, the Advances in Men’s Health conference provides relevant education on major men’s health topics to both primary care and urology providers, utilizing speakers who are both leaders in their field and skilled teachers. It is hoped that a dialogue will ensue between PCPs and urology specialists that will enhance everyone’s quality of men’s healthcare delivery. Dr. Elist presented this talk at the 2021 conference.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
James J. Elist, MD, has been in private practice in Beverly Hills, California, since 1982, specializing in urology with a focus on impotency, male sexual dysfunction, and infertility. He has served as the chairperson and as a member of several committees at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and other hospitals, including the Oncology Committee, Ethics Committee, Utilization Committee, and Medical Records Review Committee.
Dr. Elist has performed surgery and trained surgeons in the Middle East and Europe. He is the first surgeon in the Los Angeles area to perform procedures involving penile prosthesis devices manufactured by American Medical Systems.
