What if the diagnosis you fear most is also the one most likely to be wrong and the treatment that follows causes more damage than the disease ever would?

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti highlights how the prostate is often overdiagnosed and overtreated. The issue is not the PSA test itself. It’s how the result is interpreted and what happens next.

Dr. Stephen breaks down the cycle: arbitrary PSA cutoffs, fear-based referrals, and biopsies that detect dormant cells and trigger aggressive treatments. These pathways can lead to real consequences without clear evidence of improving survival. Instead, he emphasizes monitoring trends, using imaging, and focusing on overall health rather than reacting to a single number.

If longevity and clarity matter to you, take a step back before your next test or procedure. Tune in to the full episode of The Overdiagnosis Trap: Why Common Prostate Screenings Often Lead to Unnecessary Harm.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

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The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Longer lives bring new changes and with the right strategy, those changes don’t have to limit how you feel or function.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) with clarity and perspective. An enlarged prostate is often a normal part of aging, not a signal of cancer or immediate danger. The real question is how much does it affect daily life, and what can be done to manage it intelligently? 

He focuses on what actually moves the needle. Inflammation, body fat, and metabolic health play a central role in prostate growth and urinary symptoms, not testosterone levels. He breaks down practical steps like reduce excess body fat, managing inflammatory triggers, supporting the body with targeted antioxidants, and giving any intervention enough time to work.

Rethink what’s “normal,” and take one step today that improves how you live tomorrow. Watch the full episode of BPH Explained: Best Treatments for Enlarged Prostate and Frequent Urination in Men.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ 

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/ 

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The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Smarter treatment paths often begin with asking better questions about what truly works and what simply sounds promising.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains why repurposed drugs are gaining attention in prostate cancer care. He challenges conventional therapies that often offer limited survival benefit despite significant side effects, and highlights how publication bias and interpretation of data can shape treatment narratives. 

Dr. Stephen outlines how repurposed drugs are selected. Rather than relying on a single solution, he emphasizes synergy: combining therapies like sirolimus and select statins to target cancer pathways while supporting overall health.  

If you value longevity and informed decision-making, take a moment to rethink your options. Tune in to the full episode of Repurposed Drugs for Prostate Cancer: What Your Oncologist Will Never Tell You.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ 

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/ 

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The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Stronger health comes from staying engaged, not from assuming the fight is over.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges the idea of being “cancer free.” He explains why reaching five years does not eliminate risk, highlighting delayed relapse and how cancer can persist at a cellular level for years before resurfacing. He shifts the focus to what actually supports long-term outcomes: controlling body fat, maintaining metabolic health, staying physically active, and supporting the immune system. 

Strategies like vitamin D optimization, targeted supplementation, and consistent lifestyle habits create an internal environment that helps keep cancer in check. Dr. Stephen also questions common practices that offer comfort without clear benefit. The goal is to manage it with clarity and intention.  

Commit to the habits that protect your health for the long run. Don’t miss this episode of The Dangerous Myth of "Cancer Free".

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ 

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/ 

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠ 

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Disclaimer:

The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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The most dangerous medical advice is the kind that never gets questioned.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti takes a closer look at the $11 billion mammogram industry and why it remains largely unquestioned. He explains how protocols often replace real conversations, leading many women into routine screening without fully understanding the benefits, risks, or alternatives. 

Dr. Stephen breaks down the data behind mammograms, highlighting that large studies have shown no meaningful difference in breast cancer mortality between women who undergo routine screening and those who do not. He also discusses the role of radiation exposure, the financial incentives behind imaging centers, and why alternatives like ultrasound or MRI may offer safer, more targeted evaluation in certain cases.  

If you value longevity, clarity, and control over your health decisions, take a moment with this episode. Tune in now The $11 Billion Mammogram Industry No One Questions.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ 

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/ 

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠ 

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast 

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Disclaimer:

The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Clear thinking leads to stronger health decisions and better long-term outcomes.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti takes a closer look at common guidance around PSA testing and early prostate cancer detection, including viewpoints from Peter Attia, MD. He explains how impressive-sounding statistics can mislead, showing that a 44% relative risk reduction translates to only a 0.34% actual benefit.

He reframes PSA as a monitoring tool. The typical pathway often leads to harm without proven life extension. Evidence from long-term studies shows no meaningful difference in prostate cancer mortality between aggressive treatment and observation. 

Rethink the numbers and make choices that support both your health and future. Don’t miss the full episode of Peter Attia, MD is wrong about Prostate Cancer and PSA.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ 

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/ 

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠ 

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast 

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Disclaimer:

The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Strong outcomes often come from slowing down—not rushing into irreversible decisions.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti questions the automatic path from elevated PSA to biopsy, surgery, and radiation. He explains that biopsies can disseminate prostate cells, while the true impact on long-term metastatic risk remains uncertain. His approach favors sequential PSA monitoring, imaging, and disciplined observation over immediate intervention.

Evidence does not clearly show that surgery or radiation extend life for many men, yet the side effects are well known which are sexual dysfunction, urinary issues, and metabolic decline. Supporting immunity, metabolic health, and overall resilience may matter more than acting quickly.

Rethink your options and choose a path that protects both your health and your quality of life. Watch the full episode of Say NO to Prostate Cancer Biopsies, Surgery, and Radiation.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ 

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/ 

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠ 

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast 

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Disclaimer:

The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Stronger, sharper years are possible when you target the source of aging.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti sits down with Chris Burris, Chief Scientist of MyVitalC, to focus on Carbon 60 (C60) and why it’s gaining attention in longevity science. This Nobel Prize–recognized molecule acts as a potent antioxidant at the mitochondrial level, helping manage the oxidative stress that drives aging and many chronic conditions. 

Chris outlines how C60 is produced and why its unique structure allows it to neutralize large numbers of free radicals. The discussion ties this to real outcomes while stressing quality control, proper sourcing, and avoiding hype in the supplement space.  

Dr. Stephen adds in the clinical context that aging accelerates when oxidative stress and inflammation outpace the body’s defenses. Interventions like C60 may support resilience, but fundamentals remain non-negotiable.

If longevity and performance matter, spend a few minutes with this episode. Tune in now: The Anti-Aging Breakthrough: Can This Molecule Help You Live Longer? (C60 Explained).

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Chris Burres is the Chief Scientist at MyVitalC, known for his work on the groundbreaking molecule ESS60. His research is tied to one of the most significant longevity discoveries in history, demonstrating a remarkable 90% lifespan extension in Wistar rats. As the host of the Live Beyond the Norms podcast and Longevity Summit, Chris shares science-backed insights to help people live longer, healthier lives. He is also the author of Live Longer and Better, where he breaks down practical strategies for optimizing health and extending lifespan. Driven by a mission to make longevity science accessible, Chris continues to educate and inspire individuals to take control of their health and aging.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/ 

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/ 

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠ 

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠ 

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast 

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiSpotifyPodcast 

Disclaimer:

The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Better health outcomes often come from slowing down and asking a harder question: is this test actually serving me, or is it serving the system?

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti talks through the reality behind prostate cancer screening—what’s driving it, who’s funding it, and where the standard approach falls short. He explains how free PSA screenings are often backed by pharmaceutical companies, why the commonly used PSA cutoff of 4 is an arbitrary number that creates unnecessary fear, and how the medical system can capitalize on men’s anxiety around a cancer diagnosis. He walks through what a normal PSA trajectory looks like decade by decade, why the prostate rectal exam has been clinically invalidated, and how to interpret MRI results and PI-RADS scores without getting swept into reactive decision-making.

Dr. Stephen offers a grounded way to think about it: understand your numbers in context, question every recommendation, and recognize that prostate cancer—for the vast majority of men—is something you live with, not something that kills you. The goal is to slow down, protect yourself from iatrogenic harm, and make decisions based on information rather than fear.

The bigger message is simple and practical. Long-term prostate health is built through informed decision-making, not reactive testing. Screening still has a role, but it should be understood in context—not accepted on autopilot.

If you’re a man over 40 or you care about someone who is, spend a few minutes with this episode. Tune in now: Your Free Prostate Cancer Screening Is a Trap — Here Is the Truth.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiSpotifyPodcast

Disclaimer:

The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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Your PSA number isn't the problem. The treatment your doctor recommends for it might be.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti makes a bold, evidence-backed case against radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Drawing on the landmark ProtecT trial and other research, he explains why radiation — whether adjuvant, salvage, or seed-based — has never been shown to reduce death from prostate cancer, yet reliably causes lasting harm.

Dr. Stephen walks through the real data: men who received radiation had the same survival outcomes as men who did nothing, yet faced serious risks including radiation proctitis, secondary malignancies like lymphoma and leukemia, cardiovascular damage, and permanent quality-of-life consequences. The PSA cutoffs used to trigger these treatments? Arbitrary. Made up. Not applicable to every man.

He also challenges the foundational assumption that disrupting the prostate gland is helpful at all — proposing that cancer cells disturbed from their natural location may actually be forced to metastasize elsewhere. Instead, Dr. Stephen argues for monitoring the dynamic of PSA change over time, supporting whole-body health, and refusing treatments that guarantee harm without proven benefit.

If you want to make clear-eyed decisions about your prostate health — free from fear-driven medicine — this episode is essential. Press play now: Radiation for Prostate Cancer? Here's Why You Should Just Say No.

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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a board-certified physician specializing in longevity-focused, integrative medicine. He works with men navigating prostate cancer, testosterone and hormone health, aging, and performance using proactive, evidence-informed strategies grounded in real clinical practice. His approach prioritizes preserving function, strength, and quality of life while helping patients make clear, informed decisions beyond reactive, fear-driven care.

Learn more: https://www.drstephenpetteruti.com/

Learn more: https://www.intellectualmedicine.com/

Connect with Dr. Petteruti on:⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephenpetteruti/⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dr.stephenpetteruti⁠

Subscribe to Intellectual Medicine on:

Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiApplePodcast

Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/DrPetterutiSpotifyPodcast

Disclaimer:

The content presented in this video reflects the opinions and clinical experience of Dr. Stephen Petteruti and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or guidance from your personal healthcare provider. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or treatment plan.

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