Guest Episode
Jan 29, 2026
Men’s Health Masterclass
Prostate cancer is now more common than breast cancer. In this episode, Prof. Prasanna Sooriakumaran explains key men’s health risks — from ED as an early heart warning to the hidden dangers of testosterone therapy — and how to optimise longevity.
Welcome to the PREMIERE EPISODE of the Emerald Podcast.
Did you know prostate cancer is now more common than breast cancer? In this inaugural episode, we sit down with world-leading robotic surgeon Prof. Prasanna Sooriakumaran (Prof PS) to uncover the truth about men's health that most doctors won't tell you.
From why Erectile Dysfunction is actually an early warning sign for heart failure, to the hidden dangers of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and "prevention supplements," Prof PS breaks down exactly what you need to know to optimise your longevity. In this episode, we cover:
The "Silent Epidemic" of Prostate Cancer (and the symptoms to watch for).
Why every man needs to know his VO2 Max.
The link between ED and Cardiovascular Disease.
The truth about Ozempic, Weight Loss Jabs, and Fertility.
The future of AI in surgery.
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⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Prostate Cancer is now more common than Breast Cancer
04:47 - The best screening tools: PSA Blood Tests & MRI explained
12:18 - The controversy: Why screening age limits are failing men
18:22 - Stop wasting money on "prostate prevention" supplements
19:42 - The main causes of Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
23:07 - Why Erectile Dysfunction is a warning sign for Heart Disease
32:00 - The risks of Testosterone misuse (TRT) & Men's Health
44:28 - The epidemic of Weight Loss Jabs (Ozempic/Wegovy)
46:07 - Longevity starts in your 20s: Prevention over Cure
51:35 - The future of AI in Surgery
56:29 - Why you need to know your VO2 Max
👨⚕️ About the Guest: Prof. Prasanna Sooriakumaran (Prof PS) is a world-renowned Urological & Robotic Surgeon. He is a Distinguished Professor of Urology at University College London Hospital (UCLH) and the Cleveland Clinic, and a Visiting Professor at the University of Oxford. Ranked as one of the top urologists in the UK, he specialises in the early detection and treatment of prostate cancer and is the Lead Men's Health Advisor at Emerald.
Speakers
Professor Prasanna Sooriakumaran (PS)
Men's Health Expert and Professor of Urological Surgery
Dr Dan McNally
NHS Doctor and Co-Founder at Emerald Health
Dr Hanad Ahmed
NHS Resident Surgeon & Clinical Lead at Emerald Health
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