Men's Health

When it comes to men’s health, you’ll find the care you’re looking for at North Kansas City Hospital and Meritas Health. Sex and lifestyle-related conditions can be sensitive issues. But left untreated, they can also interfere with living your best life. We get it — and we’re here to help you find treatment with the understanding and support you deserve.

A big part of staying healthy involves prevention. That’s why we encourage you to schedule a visit, so we can suggest ways to stay on top of your health — whether it’s eating healthy, getting regular exercise or keeping up with routine men’s health screenings and checkups.

Men’s Health Issues We Treat

Men's Health Videos

Regular checkups can identify and address early signs of health issues before they become a problem. Watch our video series and make an appointment today.

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Get treatment for a variety of men’s health issues, ranging from sexual health to mental health.

Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

If you experience ED, you’re not alone. ED is the most common sex-related condition in males. Let us find an ED treatment for you — with results.

Low Testosterone (Low T)

Low testosterone levels can impact your energy, sleep, sex drive and daily function. Improve Low T and get back to being you with support from our expert team.

Premature Ejaculation

Premature ejaculation can negatively impact your sex life. But there are effective treatment options. Reclaim confidence and control with support from NKCH & MH.

Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but it’s one of the most preventable cancers. Learn about your risk of colon cancer and when to have a colonoscopy.

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer, which happens in the prostate gland, is common in men 65 and older. See what screenings you need to detect and treat prostate cancer before it becomes more serious.

Urological Conditions

Problems with the urinary tract not only interfere with daily life but also can be hard to discuss. Get the support you need from our urologists, who have special training in treating conditions related to sexual function and urinary control.

Heart Disease

Heart health is important to your overall health. Discover why people in the Northland turn to our cardiovascular specialists for top-rated heart and vascular care.

Enlarged Breasts (Gynecomastia)

Hormone changes can cause men to develop enlarged breasts — a condition called gynecomastia. See how we treat gynecomastia at NKCH & MH with hormone treatment, medication or surgery.

Behavioral Health

When mental health symptoms disrupt your day-to-day, our psychiatry team is here to help. Explore our range of behavioral health services for you and your loved ones.

Men’s Health Screening Guidelines

See what screenings are recommended for your age range, so you get the preventive care you need.Other Men’s Health Resources

At North Kansas City Hospital & Meritas Health, support for your health doesn’t end after your office visit. Discover health resources that keep you feeling your best:

Attend a health screening event or say hello at a health fair.
Get free blood pressure checks and health advice weekly from our Community Partners at Gladstone Community Center and Liberty Community Center.
Watch our education videos on a variety of health and wellness topics.

Ages 20-39

Screening	Why	How Often
Blood pressure check	Shows if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), which has no symptoms but can cause lasting damage if left untreated.	Every year
Blood test and urinalysis	Screens for conditions before you have symptoms. Examples include high cholesterol, diabetes, kidney disease and thyroid issues.	Every three years
Electrocardiogram (EKG)	Checks for any heart defects.	Once at age 30
Physical exam	Looks at overall health status and helps your provider intervene if needed.	Every three years
Rectal exam	Looks at overall health status and helps your provider intervene if needed.	Every three years
Self-exams	Helps you look for changes and find cancer in its earliest stages. Examples include testicle lumps, changing moles or freckles, lesions in the mouth and breast lumps.	Every month (self)
Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) test	Confirms if you have STDs, such as syphilis, chlamydia or HIV.	Ask your provider
Tuberculosis (TB) skin test	Screens for TB if you think you’ve been exposed or have symptoms.	Every five years (ask your provider)
Tetanus booster	Prevents lockjaw.	Every 10 years

Ages 40-49

Screening	Why	How Often
Blood pressure check	Shows if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), which has no symptoms but can cause lasting damage if left untreated.	Every year
Blood test and urinalysis	Screens for conditions before you have symptoms. Examples include high cholesterol, diabetes, kidney disease and thyroid issues.	Every two years
Chest X-ray	Looks for signs of lung cancer, especially in smokers over age 45.	Ask your provider
Electrocardiogram (EKG)	Checks for any heart defects.	Every two years
Hemoccult	Analyzes the stool for microscopic amounts of blood that can be early signs of polyps or colon cancer.	Every year
Physical exam	Looks at overall health status and helps your provider intervene if needed.	Every two years
Prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test	Checks for high levels of PSA, which can identify an infection, prostate enlargement or cancer. Some providers recommend a baseline PSA blood test at age 40.	Ask your provider
Rectal exam	Looks at overall health status and helps your provider intervene if needed.	Every year
Self-exams	Helps you look for changes and find cancer in its earliest stages. Examples include testicle lumps, changing moles or freckles, lesions in the mouth and breast lumps.	Every month (self)
Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) test	Confirms if you have STDs, such as syphilis, chlamydia or HIV.	Ask your provider
Tuberculosis (TB) skin test	Screens for TB if you think you’ve been exposed or have symptoms.	Every five years (ask your provider)
Tetanus booster	Prevents lockjaw.	Every 10 years

Ages 50 & Older

Screening	Why	How Often
Blood pressure check	Shows if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), which has no symptoms but can cause lasting damage if left untreated.	Every year
Blood test and urinalysis	Screens for conditions before you have symptoms. Examples include high cholesterol, diabetes, kidney disease and thyroid issues.	Every year
Bone mineral density test	Checks for bone disease (osteoporosis).	Once at age 60
Chest X-ray	Looks for signs of lung cancer, especially in smokers over age 45.	Ask your provider
Colonoscopy	Examines the colon and rectum for the earliest and most treatable stages of cancer. Also detects polyps, which can become cancerous if untreated.	Every three to four years
Electrocardiogram (EKG)	Checks for any heart defects.	Every year
Hemoccult	Analyzes the stool for microscopic amounts of blood that can be early signs of polyps or colon cancer.	Every year
Physical exam	Looks at overall health status and helps your provider intervene if needed.	Every year
Prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test	Checks for high levels of PSA, which can identify an infection, prostate enlargement or cancer. Some providers recommend a baseline PSA blood test at age 40.	Every year
Rectal exam	Looks at overall health status and helps your provider intervene if needed.	Every year
Self-exams	Helps you look for changes and find cancer in its earliest stages. Examples include testicle lumps, changing moles or freckles, lesions in the mouth and breast lumps.	Every month (self)
Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) test	Confirms if you have STDs, such as syphilis, chlamydia or HIV.	Ask your provider
Tuberculosis (TB) skin test	Screens for TB if you think you’ve been exposed or have symptoms.	Every five years (ask your provider)
Tetanus booster	Prevents lockjaw.	Every 10 years

Other Men’s Health Resources