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Intellectual Medicine
by Dr. Stephen Petteruti
Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a physician dedicated to enhancing vitality at a cellular level. With 30 years in family medicine, he combines conventional care with cutting-edge science to tackle aging and health decline at the root. Tune in for expert insights, innovative strategies, and the future of wellness.
Episodes
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Prostate Cancer Diet: Can You Still Eat Sugar, Meat, and Dairy?
Can you really starve prostate cancer by changing what you eat? And do you need to give up sugar, meat, and dairy after a prostate cancer diagnosis?In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explores the relationship between nutrition, cancer metabolism, and prostate health.…
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Surgery vs. Radiation For Prostate Cancer: What Should You Choose?
When men with prostate cancer are presented with surgery or radiation, how should they evaluate the evidence behind those choices?In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti examines a 2024 study comparing prostatectomy with radiation therapy for early-stage prostate cancer....
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Can I Live With Prostate Cancer?
A prostate cancer diagnosis can immediately raise one frightening question: How long do I have? In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti argues that there is another question worth asking: How do you want to live?Dr. Petteruti explores the difference between lifespan…
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Gleason 8 Prostate Cancer in His Late 50s — What Happened One Year Later?
What happens when a prostate cancer diagnosis points toward aggressive treatment, but the patient decides to pause and consider another approach?In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti shares the case of a man in his late 50s diagnosed with Gleason 8 prostate cancer.…
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His PSA Was 16. But That Wasn’t the Number That Worried Me
A man in his 60s feels healthy, but his PSA has climbed above 16 and his MRI shows a PI-RADS 5 lesion. With the focus firmly on prostate cancer, Dr. Stephen Petteruti asks a different question: what else was wrong?Dr. Petteruti follows his patient’s story and challenges the idea that PSA alone...
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What To Expect After Prostate Surgery: PSA, Sex & Recovery
What happens after prostate cancer surgery, and what can you do when recovery doesn’t look the way you expected? In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti discusses life after prostatectomy, with a focus on sexual function, urinary symptoms, energy, hormonal health, and the...
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EpiSwitch PSE vs. PSA: Don't Spend $900 on This Test Before You Know This
A newer prostate cancer blood test is being promoted as 270% better than PSA, but what does that claim actually mean?In this episode of the Intellectual Medicine podcast, Dr. Stephen Petteruti examines the EpiSwitch PSE test, including its potential value, limitations, cost, and the research…
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Prostate Cancer Surgery: You Need to Know This Before You Say Yes
Prostate cancer surgery is a major and irreversible decision, but how much do you actually know about your surgeon’s outcomes, the risks involved, and what happens after the operation?In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti discusses the questions he believes men should…
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Make Your Body Less Friendly to Cancer: What to Eat, How to Exercise, and What Actually Matters
What can you do every day to support your health after a prostate cancer diagnosis without allowing cancer to take over your life?This week on Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti outlines five lifestyle areas he believes deserve attention when thinking about prostate health, immune...
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He Refused Surgery. One Year Later, Doctors Couldn't Explain the MRI
What happens when a man diagnosed with prostate cancer decides not to undergo surgery or radiation?In this episode of the Intellectual Medicine podcast, Dr. Stephen Petteruti shares the true story of a 51-year-old patient diagnosed with biopsy-confirmed prostate cancer who chose a different path....
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Fauci Pleaded the Fifth (111 Times!)... Medicine Still Hasn’t Learned Its Lesson
Should patients always trust the experts, or should they ask more questions?This week on the Intellectual Medicine podcast, Dr. Stephen Petteruti reflects on the broader lessons that medicine can learn from the COVID-19 era. Using recent headlines surrounding Dr. Anthony Fauci as a starting…
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MRI vs. Biopsy: Which Should Come First?
An elevated PSA often leads to an important question: should you have a prostate biopsy right away, or is an MRI the better first step? In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains why multiparametric MRI has become an essential tool in evaluating men at risk for...
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Can Stress Make Prostate Cancer Worse? The Truth About Fear and Cancer
A prostate cancer diagnosis can bring uncertainty, fear, and stress, but does stress actually make cancer worse? In this episode of the Intellectual Medicine podcast, Dr. Petteruti explores the relationship between stress, mindset, and prostate cancer. He explains the difference between healthy,...
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Can You Starve Cancer? The Warburg Theory And What You Should Know About Extreme Diets
Can cancer really be "starved" through diet? In this episode of the Intellectual Medicine podcast, Dr. Petteruti takes a closer look at the Warburg Theory and the growing interest in cancer metabolism. He explains why the popular idea that cancer can simply be "starved" by cutting out sugar or...
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Is Watchful Waiting The Right Thing To Do When You Have Prostate Cancer?
Is “watchful waiting” for prostate cancer really the safest path—or could it be creating more harm than help?Today on Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges the conventional use of watchful waiting and active surveillance in prostate cancer management. He argues that prostate...
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Don’t Biopsy Your Prostate: What They Don’t Tell You About Gleason 7, 8 & 9
In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges the conventional thinking around prostate biopsies, Gleason scores, and treatment decisions for prostate cancer. He explains why a high Gleason score, including Gleason 7, 8, or 9, may indicate a higher risk of progression...
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Low PSA? Don’t Celebrate Until You Check Testosterone
In this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges the common belief that a low PSA is always good news. He explains that PSA is not a cancer marker by itself, but a natural substance produced by the prostate, and that testosterone plays an important role in normal PSA...
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What Causes Cancer? The Truth Most Doctors Don’t Talk About
What Causes Cancer? The Truth Most Doctors Don’t Talk AboutIn this episode of Intellectual Medicine, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explores the relationship between cancer, metabolism, sugar, insulin, body fat, and prostate cancer progression. He discusses the Warburg theory, which suggests that cancer…
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The Overdiagnosis Trap: Why Common Prostate Screenings Often Lead to Unnecessary Harm
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…
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BPH Explained: Best Treatments for Enlarged Prostate and Frequent Urination in Men
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…
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Repurposed Drugs for Prostate Cancer: What Your Oncologist Will Never Tell You
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…
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The Dangerous Myth of "Cancer Free"
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...
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The $11 Billion Mammogram Industry No One Questions
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...
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Peter Attia, MD is wrong about Prostate Cancer and PSA
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...
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Say NO to Prostate Cancer Biopsies, Surgery, and Radiation
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…
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The Anti-Aging Breakthrough: Can This Molecule Help You Live Longer? (C60 Explained)
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…
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Your Free Prostate Cancer Screening Is a Trap — Here Is the Truth
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...
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Radiation for Prostate Cancer? Here's Why You Should Just Say No
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 —...
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Estrogen for Prostate Cancer? New Study Misses the Real Problem
Stronger outcomes in prostate cancer come from protecting vitality. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges the idea that estrogen could be a meaningful solution for prostate cancer. He explains how recent studies comparing estrogen therapy to androgen deprivation focus on lowering...
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Stop Saying Yes to Your Doctor: The Medical Tests You Should Be Refusing
Better health decisions often start with a simple habit: pause, ask questions, and understand why something is being recommended. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti talks through the reality behind many routine medical tests, what they’re meant to do, and where they may fall short. He…
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Anti-Aging, Hormone Therapy & Longevity Explained | Dr. Julian Gershon
Longer, stronger years are within reach when the right habits and therapies come together at the right time. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti speaks with Dr. Julian Gershon, DO,FAOASM,ABAARM, a leader in anti-aging and regenerative medicine, to challenge the idea that decline is “normal.”...
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Prostate Cancer Warning Signs Most Men Ignore | Biopsies & Early Detection
Better health begins with awareness. The body often whispers long before disease speaks loudly. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains why many prostate cancer discussions focus too heavily on procedures while ignoring the body’s early signals. He critiques tests such as ConfirmMDx…
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Ivermectin and Fenbendazole for Prostate Cancer: The Conversation No One Is Having
Real progress in medicine comes from asking better questions and prostate cancer care deserves that kind of thinking. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti examines the growing interest in ivermectin, fenbendazole, and the human-approved counterpart mebendazole. He explains how these drugs…
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The PSA Test Myth: What Doctors Never Explain To Men | PSE | EPI | 4k Score
Fight Cancer Like A Man! Grab it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GLZ9TL8N?ref=sp_email A single number should never decide a man’s future. Yet for decades, the PSA test has triggered fear, biopsies, and life-altering treatments. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains what...
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Best Diet for Prostate Cancer | What Actually Matters for Cancer Progression
Does nutrition matter when you are facing prostate cancer? In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti lays out a practical, data-driven framework for prostate cancer nutrition, cancer progression, metabolic health, PSA management, and longevity medicine. Portion control, feeding timing, insulin...
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Colon Cancer Under 50: Putting the James Van Der Beek Headlines into Perspective
Rising cases of colon cancer under 50 deserve attention, yet they also require proportion, data, and disciplined thinking. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti places early-onset colon cancer into context. While media coverage amplifies concern, individual risk for most people under 50 remains...
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Stop the Prostate Biopsy Frenzy: The Truth About MRI, PI-RADS, and PSA| Dr. Stephen Petteruti #prostatecancer
PSA spikes, abnormal MRI results, and high PI-RADS scores often trigger immediate fear and for many men, that fear leads straight to biopsy. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti breaks down what PSA actually measures, how MRI technology fits into modern prostate cancer management, and why a…
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ED, Low Testosterone and Peyronie's After Prostate Cancer Treatment
A diagnosis and even aggressive treatment does not have to mark the end of strength, intimacy, or confidence. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti speaks directly to men navigating erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, and Peyronie’s disease after prostate cancer treatment, reframing recovery...
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How Exercise Impacts Prostate Cancer Outcomes
Movement builds strength, resilience, and confidence. Even small, consistent actions can protect your future. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti walks through how specific types of exercise influence prostate cancer progression, cardiovascular risk, and long-term vitality. He explains why…
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Prostate Cancer Didn’t Kill Testosterone. Doctors Did. | Dr. Stephen Petteruti #prostatecancer
A diagnosis should never strip a man of strength, vitality, or hope but rather push medicine to think deeper, not narrower. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges one of the most deeply rooted assumptions in prostate cancer care that testosterone is the enemy. He breaks down low...
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The Tests Men With Prostate Cancer Should Question First | Dr. Stephen Petteruti
Longevity improves when health decisions are guided by clarity rather than hype. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti breaks down the most common anti-aging tests and scans that promise insight but often deliver unnecessary risk, cost, or confusion. He explains why DEXA scans, biological aging...
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Metastatic Prostate Cancer: What Actually Matters After the Cancer Has Spread
Even after a serious diagnosis, men can still pursue decisions that protect the life they want to live. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti addresses metastatic prostate cancer with a focus on what truly shapes outcomes after the disease has spread. He explains why castration resistance often...
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Does Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) Help You Live Longer? What You Should Know
Vitality and longevity are often framed as a tradeoff, but modern medicine is beginning to challenge that assumption. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti shares an evidence-informed look at testosterone replacement therapy and a question many people ask quietly: does restoring hormones support...
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Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer: Does It Actually Work?
Progress in medicine works best when it brings clarity especially when new prostate cancer treatments promise precision. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti takes a clear-eyed look at focal therapy and asks the question that matters most: does treating part of the prostate actually change...
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Prostate Cancer, Longevity, and the Treatments That Help—or Hurt—Your Lifespan
Longevity is built on choices that respect human biology. When health decisions are guided by evidence instead of hype, the path forward becomes clearer. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti lays out the true foundations of longevity medicine, separating what consistently works from what merely...
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Prostate Cancer Bone Metastasis: Why Standard Treatment Fails Men and What to Do Instead
Prostate cancer that spreads to the bone does not automatically mean surrendering vitality or choice. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains why standard treatments for prostate cancer bone metastasis often miss the mark. He breaks down how aggressive testosterone suppression can ease...
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Should You Take Metformin For Anti-aging?
Aging sits at the intersection of biology, behavior, and belief. While time moves forward on its own and how the body responds depends on the choices made. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti takes a clear-eyed look at metformin and its role in anti-aging. He explains why this decades-old...
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Why The Gleason Scores Fail Men
A diagnosis should bring clarity, not confusion or fear. Yet for decades, men have been handed a Gleason score and told it defines their future. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti challenges the long-standing reliance on Gleason scores and explains why they fail to measure what matters most:...
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Top 5 Anti-aging Hacks
Longevity comes from making thoughtful choices that respect how the body actually works. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti speaks plainly about what it really takes to live longer and protect vitality as the years add up. He walks through his top anti-aging strategies in a way that feels...
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PSA Rising: Stop Letting Them Scare You
A rising PSA can be a useful signal not a verdict on your health. It’s an opportunity to slow down, think clearly, and make thoughtful decisions. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explains why PSA increases and so‑called “biochemical recurrence” often trigger unnecessary panic. He breaks…
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Dr. Stephen Petteruti is a physician dedicated to enhancing vitality at a cellular level. With 30 years in family medicine, he combines conventional care with cutting-edge science to tackle aging and health decline at the root. Tune in for expert insights, innovative strategies, and the future of wellness.
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