Anti-Aging Medicine

Anti-aging Medicine is a medical specialty founded on the application of advanced scientific and medical technologies for the early detection, prevention, treatment, and reversal of age-related dysfunction, disorders, and diseases. It is a healthcare model promoting innovative science and research to prolong the healthy lifespan in humans.

No one should mistake anti-aging medicine for alternative medicine. The diagnostic and treatment methods accepted and utilized by the American Academy of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine are consistent with the principles of Western medicine. Anti-aging medicine embraces biomedical and technological advances to deliver cutting-edge assessments and therapies for disease. High-tech noninvasive diagnostics including CT scans, early detection screenings via ultrasound and PET, stem cell research, genetic engineering, and more, are integral components of this fast-growing specialty of preventative medicine.

Anti-Aging Consultation with Dr. James Cook
On-Going Treatment and Follow-Up Visit

*Lab and diagnostic testing additional

Treating the symptoms of Menopause and Andropause with Anti-Aging Medicine

Both men and women require a perfect harmony of hormone balance.Each hormone has a specific job and affects the balance of the other hormones. Ology helps you take control of your health by bringing the hormonal balance back into the young healthy adult range.

Diminished hormone levels lead to undeniable symptoms of:lowered or absent libido, erectile dysfunction or vaginal dryness, decreased sexual pleasure and sensation, increased body fat, reduced muscle mass and bulk, osteoporosis and increased fracture risk, poor skin tone and elasticity, altered sleep patterns, increased risk of cardiovascular disease, changes in memory and mood, and reduction in overall energy levels and drive. Menopausal symptoms begin between the ages of 35 and 55 years, typically completing themselves within a 5 year span. Andropausal symptoms can begin with the decline in testosterone production at the age of 30 years, and continuing throughout the remaining years.

Ology offers a program of wellness. Restoring normal hormone function is vital .Only biologically identical hormones are prescribed in this new specialty of interventional endocrinology.

Supplements and Neutraceuticals
The healthiest of diets will still require the addition of vitamins, minerals, amino and essential fatty acids, and antioxidants. Our soils are depleted of vital substances due to over farming. Our bodies are negatively impacted by environmental toxins and carcinogens, processed foods, and medications.

Ology uses only pharmaceutical grade supplements, unlike those sold off the shelf. Our raw ingredients are pure and best absorbed by your body. Our labels reflect the exact amounts of the ingredients, unlike "food grade" products, which list only the maximum amount that may be in each pill. Ology's clients receive individualized recommendations in these important additions to a proper diet.

The dynamic field of Anti-aging medicine brings new information to the forefront. An example is indole-3-carbinol found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and kale. This potent antioxidant has been isolated and purified is order to assure that one can receive the proper daily amount to reduce the risk of both breast and prostate cancers.

Diet and Exercise
Ideal body weight has been shown to prevent or reverse many common ailments, such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, and sleep apnea. The Paleothic diet is felt to be the healthiest diet of all. High nutrient foods are stressed, such as fruits, vegetables, and lean meats, while avoiding excessive fats and simple carbohydrates, food additives, preservatives, and sugar substitutes.Ology promotes a diet that you can both enjoy and maintain for the years to come.

Proper exercise starts with a warm-up of stretching to prevent muscle pain and injury. This is followed by a combination of cardiovascular conditioning and resistance training. This allows an increase in the endogenous human growth hormone levels to help build and repair. Osteoporosis is also prevented and/or improved. An exercise physiologist is available to assure that your program is adequate.

General Health and Sleep
Identification and treatment of any underlying medical problem is a precursor to any anti-aging program. Many have not had adequate, preventative health care. Ology obtains a complete history followed by a medical and neurological examination, tailored to the individual client.

One example of an under diagnosed illness is sleep apnea syndrome, which can lead to hypertension, early heart disease, and stroke. It is also responsible for excessive daytime somnolence, headaches, memory loss, and many accidents and injuries. Restoring normal sleep architecture to achieve the deeper stage III and IV levels, is another method to increase human growth hormone.

Low Testosterone
Are you interested in talking with Dr. Cook about low testosterone? This self-test is a good place to begin.

[Yes or No answers]

Do you have a decrease in libido (sex drive)?
Do you have a lack of energy?
Do you have a decrease in strength or endurance?
Have you lost height?
Have you noticed a decreased ‘enjoyment of life'?
Are you sad and/or grumpy?
Are your erections less strong?
Have you noticed a recent deterioration in your ability to play sports?
Are you falling asleep after dinner?
Has there been a recent deterioration in your work performance?

If you answered ‘Yes' to questions 1 or 7, or to any 3 other questions, you may have low testosterone. A simple blood test can determine your testosterone level. Talk with Dr. James Cook to find out if testosterone replacement therapy can help you.

About Dr. James Cook

Dr. Cook has completed fellowship training and the oral and written boards for certification in the Academy of Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine. He is a 1980 graduate of the Indiana University School of Medicine, and is currently the Director of the Center for Sleep and Wake Disorders. His clinical research in the field of Neurology spans more than two decades. Embracing the growing field of Anti-Aging Medicine with a special interest in helping those with low testosterone, Dr. Cook continues to expand his practice to reach patients who intend to get the most out of their lives and maintain optimal physical performance throughout the aging process.