Geoffrey McGowen Enjoying the Scenic City

It’s late fall here in Chattanooga, Tennessee. One of the great things about this city is the scenic beauty. The leaves are quickly tumbling to the ground as autumn approaches winter. I enjoy spending time in the great outdoors, which is one aspect of my life I...

Geoffrey McGowen on Low Testosterone Therapy

Most men lose testosterone with age, affecting their libido and energy level. Decreased muscle mass, irritability and erectile dysfunction are all symptoms of low T. It’s difficult for any man to feel his best when he feels depressed, fatigued and unable to perform...

Geoffrey McGowen’s Tips on Men’s Preventative Health

According to a 2010 study on men’s health, “men are less likely than women to access primary care and engage in prevention,” in part because they spend less time with doctors and nurse practitioners than women and are less in-depth in their conversations with these...

Geoffrey McGowen On Why Health Maintenance Matters

Seemingly small actions can have big consequences. For example, in 2015 Geoffrey McGowen volunteered to provide free tetanus vaccinations to South Carolinians affected by flooding from storms fed by Hurricane Joaquin. Those vaccinations prevented an influx of...

Geoffrey McGowen’s Approach to Wellness and Community

A 2012 study by the CDC on workplace wellness and the Affordable Care Act found that “the health of the individual is inseparable from the health of the community.” Few sentences could better sum up the personal philosophy of nurse practitioner Geoffrey McGowen, who...