Erectile Dysfunction

Our compassionate care team is led by a board-certified, fellowship trained urologist with a level of expertise second to none. The urological team at Ochsner knows that when you have problems getting or sustaining an erection, it can greatly affect your life. ED can contribute to depression, low self-esteem and can affect your relationship. We encourage you to do what hundreds of men have done before you: stop waiting for things to improve on their own and come to Ochsner for solutions. Even if you’re not responding to medication, we can help.

Don’t wait any longer. To schedule an appointment, give us a call today.

Ochsner Medical Center - Jefferson Hwy.: 504-842-4083
Baptist: 504-894-2887
Kenner & River Parish: 504-464-8588
Northshore: Slidell & Covington: 985-639-3789, ext: 52761
West Bank: 504-842-8780
Baton Rouge: 225-761-5200

ED can happen for a number of reasons. It can be a sign of an underlying health condition, such as:

Atherosclerosis (clogged blood vessels)
Depression
Diabetes
Heart disease
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Multiple sclerosis
Obesity
Peyronie's disease
Sleep disorders
Stress and/or anxiety
Substance abuse including alcoholism
Tobacco use
Treatments for prostate cancer or enlarged prostate
Some prescription medications
Previous surgeries/injuries affecting the spinal cord or pelvic area

While it’s not uncommon to have a problem with erections every once in a while, when It happens more than occasionally, you should see your doctor.

Oral medications for ED can be a successful treatment option for many men. When medications fail, we offer the following:

Testosterone replacement
Alprostadil self-injections
Alprostadil urethral suppositories
Penile pumps
Penile implants

Before taking any medication for erectile dysfunction, even over-the-counter remedies, it’s important to get your doctor’s approval. Medicines for ED include: