EP 778: Dr. Smith Can Probably Fix Your Knee So You Don't Have To Have Surgery!

** We apologize for the technical issues and we thank Trey at "Only Bombs Podcast" for minimizing the "crackling" sounds so that this podcast is listen-able. Welcome back to The Armor Men’s Health Show—where real guys get real answers 💪🎙️In this episode, Donna Lee sits down with interventional radiology expert Dr. Preston Smith, Medical Director at Summit Interventional Radiology and a trusted specialist with Urology Specialists of Austin. And trust us… this is one you don’t want to miss 👀We’re tackling a powerful listener question about a cutting-edge outpatient procedure designed to shrink the prostate and improve urinary symptoms—especially for older men dealing with frequent trips to the bathroom 🚽⚡Dr. Smith breaks it all down, explaining how Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) works—using tiny, targeted particles to reduce blood flow to the prostate, helping it shrink and easing symptoms without major surgery 🙌But that’s not all…If you (or someone you love) is dealing with chronic knee pain, this episode could be a game-changer 🦵🔥 Dr. Smith dives into Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE)—a minimally invasive procedure that can reduce inflammation and, in some cases, help patients avoid knee replacement surgery altogether 😲Using the same advanced technique of blocking specific blood flow with microscopic beads, Dr. Smith explains how timing is everything—and how early intervention could make all the difference ⏳Want to learn more about these innovative treatments? Visit Summit Interventional Radiology or call (512) 828-4300 to connect with Dr. Smith and his team 📞And don’t forget—head over to Armor Men's Health to catch past episodes, submit your questions (anonymously!), and stay informed on the topics that matter most to men’s health 🧠💥If you found this episode helpful, share it with a friend—you never know who might need it 🙏🎙️ Meet Your Host & Guest Donna Lee, producer and co-host of the podcast—is a professional, national touring stand-up comedian—bringing expert insight and humor to men’s health conversations.Dr. Preston Smith is a fellowship-trained interventional radiologist at Summit Interventional Radiology in Austin, Texas, where he specializes in delivering minimally invasive solutions for complex vascular and non-vascular conditions. Known for his patient-first approach and technical precision, Dr. Smith brings a unique blend of medical innovation and compassionate care to every case.With a strong academic foundation and over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Smith provides advanced procedures aimed at reducing recovery times, improving outcomes, and minimizing the need for traditional surgery. His practice includes interventional oncology, peripheral vascular interventions, and image-guided therapies tailored to the individual needs of his patients.Dr. Smith is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology in both Diagnostic Radiology and Interventional Radiology.💬 We Love Hearing From You!Have a question or topic you’d like us to cover? Reach out and you might hear it answered on an upcoming episode!📞 Phone: (512) 238-0762📧 Email: [email protected]🌐 Website: armormenshealth.com📍 Our LocationsRound Rock Office970 Hester’s Crossing Road, Suite 101Round Rock, TX 78681Lakeline Office12505 Hymeadow Drive, Suite 2CAustin, TX 78750South Austin Office6501 South Congress, Suite 1-103Austin, TX 78745Dripping Springs Office170 Benney Lane, Suite 202Dripping Springs, TX 78620