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Frank Spinelli M.D., Releases The Advocate Guide to Gay Men’s Health and Wellness


Dr. Frank Spinelli

Simultaneously informational and inspirational, The Advocate Guide to Gay Men’s Health and Wellness (Alyson Books; nonfiction; trade paperback; $18.99, 245 pages, January 2008) provides readers with an in-depth look at the issues that affect the emotional, mental, spiritual and physical well-being of modern-day gay men.

“All gay men need to be empowered with a working knowledge of their health, sexuality and lifestyle.” explains author Frank Spinelli, a physician whose private practice in New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood – considered to be

America

’s gay mecca. “And while there are some great health books out there, I wanted to provide a more holistic approach – so the book touches on many issues that go beyond physical health.”

He wrote The Advocate Guide to Gay Men’s Health and Wellness because he believes that gay health issues unrelated to HIV haven’t been properly addressed. “Only then will this enable gay men to make sound decisions to promote their own wellness.”

The sobering facts speak for themselves. Gay men suffer higher rates of depression, are at greater risk of contracting STDs, and are thirty-five times more likely to develop anal cancer than straight men. Additionally, recent studies have shown that gay men report a greater dissatisfaction with their looks and are more likely to abuse tobacco, alcohol, and recreational drugs. In The Advocate Guide to Gay Men’s Health and Wellness, Dr. Spinelli offers tips and insight for gay men who want to take control of their lives in order to be healthier, and ultimately happier, individuals.

Regardless of the topic, The Advocate Guide to Gay Men’s Health and Wellness lays out the facts in casual, non-clinical, terms. “I wanted to write a book that felt like a conversation I would have with a friend. I thought it was essential to integrate personal stories into all of these topics.”

Dr. Spinelli delves into areas not typically covered in men’s health books, including the erotic zones of the male anatomy, gay sex, genital piercings, and manorexia. He dispels myths and misconceptions associated with the fetish lifestyle, the pain of “The Prince Albert” and the safety of enema use.
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Additionally, Dr. Spinelli offers advice on maintaining a healthy bowel and a tighter sphincter. In “Dr. Frank’s Tips on How to Avoid MRSA”, he advises gay men on ways to avoid contracting, staphylococcus aureus, the newest bacterial skin disease that has been silently plaguing the gay community since 2002.

And what would a gay health and wellness book be without discussing beauty? Looking good has become just a status symbol in its own right – as important as driving the right car or owning the perfect New York apartment. However for some, this fixation can be debilitating, leading to eating disorders and the abuse of anabolic steroids. Dr. Spinelli tackles these issues head-on and also discusses cosmetic procedures currently available to gay men to improve their appearance. Readers will learn about the pros and cons of implants, Botox, laser beard grooming, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels. He also discusses preventative measures gay men can use in order to avoid surgery.

The average life expectancy for all men – gay and straight – has increased. Contemporary gay men need to educate themselves in order to maintain the same healthy bodies they had in their twenties and thirties - and to dispel the myth that gay life ends at forty. “Life is truly a journey – and there’s no reason why it can’t be a healthy, fulfilling, satisfying one well into your seventies, eighties and beyond.” says Dr. Spinelli

Much more than just another health book, The Advocate Guide to Gay Men’s Health and Wellness serves as a reference guide to living well as a gay man – it’s a must-have for the library or night stand of any gay man in your life.

About The Author

Dr. Frank Spinelli is a Board Certified Internist with a solo private practice in New York City where he also makes his home. As a practicing physician for over seven years, Dr. Frank’s focus is on primary care as well as HIV medicine. He also served as Clinical Director of HIV Services at Cabrini Medical Center for two years.

An active member of the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Initiative, Dr. Frank works with local hospitals to provide information to the community on gay health issues and HIV prevention. His national speaking engagements have brought him all over the United States where he lectures on HIV, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, and other preventative health care issues.

Over the years, Dr. Frank has written for several publications including The Blade, HX, and Genre Magazine. Currently he is a contributing health care writer for Instinct Magazine, a national publication for gay men. He is the “Go To” doctor on CBS News on the Logo Network and has made regular appearances on MTV News and the Today Show. Dr. Frank has also given live interviews on ABC News Now with Dr. Timothy Johnson and was the former gay health expert on the National radio show, Twist.

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