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Dr. Carlos Peña
Board Certified Urologist & Uro-Oncologist
Areas of expertise
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Sildenafil Citrate
- Prostate Health
- Men's Health
- Urologic Surgery
- Affiliation:Hospiten Santo Domingo
- Location:Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic
Medical reviews recorded since 2025. Latest recorded medical review:
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About Dr. Carlos Peña
I am Dr. Carlos J. Peña Leo, a Board-Certified Urologist and Uro-Oncologist practicing in Santo Domingo. My clinical practice is dedicated to comprehensive men's health, with a specialized focus on prostate care and minimally invasive surgical techniques. This allows me to provide precise, effective treatment with the goal of optimizing patient recovery and long-term well-being. In addition to my direct patient care, I serve as a member of the Imedix Medical Review Board, where I apply my expertise to ensure the highest standard of clinical accuracy in educational content related to urology and sexual function, believing that reliable information is a cornerstone of patient empowerment.
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After Prostate Cancer Treatment: A Urologist’s Honest Guide to Side Effects
Key Facts Side effects after prostate cancer treatment are not a maybe, they are a when and how much. Be prepared for a new normal. The...
BPH Medications Explained: A Urologist’s Simple Guide
Key Facts BPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that squeezes the urethra, causing urination problems. We have two main types of medication that tackle...
Daily Cialis vs. Cialis As-Needed: A Doctor Helps You Choose
Key Facts These are two different philosophies for using the same effective medication. As-Needed Cialis is a higher dose you take for a specific event. Think...
The Truth About Female Viagra: A Urologist’s Perspective
Key Facts There is no such thing as a female Viagra in the way most people think of it. Viagra is a blood flow drug. It...
Diabetes and ED: A Urologist’s Guide to the Connection
Key Facts If you have diabetes, your risk of developing erectile dysfunction is up to three times higher than in men without it. ED is often...
How Long Does Cialis Stay In Your System? A Doctor’s Simple Answer
Key Facts The effects of one Cialis pill can last for up to 36 hours. This is why it’s called “The Weekend Pill.” It takes your...