Tallahassee Region Patient Newsletter – November 2025

Bladder Problems? You’re Not Alone.

It may be uncomfortable to talk about your bladder problems, but doing so is the first step to effective treatment. To recognize Bladder Health Awareness Month, we want you to know your problems are not only treatable, they’re common!

• About 1 in 10 Americans suffer from an overactive bladder. The sudden urge to urinate can be frustrating and disruptive to many aspects of your daily life.
• One in two women age 65+ are impacted by stress urinary incontinence. There’s nothing funny about leaking when you laugh, sneeze, cough, or exercise. Learn about your many treatment options.
• Bladder cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the U.S. It’s highly treatable when caught early. Find out what to look for.
• About 1-4 million men, and 3-8 million women have symptoms of Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome. If you have bladder pain that lasts more than six weeks, ask your doctor if it could be Interstitial Cystitis.

Every day our experienced providers consult with patients suffering from bladder control problems. Once we uncover the cause of the problem, we carefully discuss each treatment option to find the one that’s right for you. Nearly all bladder problems are treatable, that’s why we won’t give up until your problem is resolved and your quality of life is restored.

If you’re suffering from a bladder control problem, let’s talk. Request an appointment.

Our Sincere Thanks

As we approach the holiday season, we thank you for placing your trust in us. Your confidence in our expertise inspires us to continually provide the best possible care. Our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones for good health, peace, and joy in the coming weeks and throughout the new year.

Hormone Replacement Therapy a Game Changer

As you age, you may feel a drop in energy and no longer feel like yourself. What happened? Imbalanced hormones may likely be the cause. It occurs in men and women and causes symptoms like:

• Fatigue
• Trouble sleeping
• Brain fog
• Anxiety and depression
• Mood swings
• Night sweats
• Hot flashes or flushes
• Weight gain/difficulty losing weight
• Decreased sex drive
• Painful sex
• Muscle and joint pain

You can return to the life you love with Biote hormone replacement therapy (HRT). This popular therapy involves inserting pellets (about the size of a grain of rice) under the skin during a quick office visit. The pellets release hormones consistently over time, ensuring steady and optimal hormone levels in your body.

Request an appointment with one of our Biote-certified providers:

Jamey Sarvis, MD  |  Jolan Cruzado, APRN  |  Stephanie DeRouin, APRN  |  Greg LaMendola, PA-C

Exceptional Care for Advanced Prostate Cancer

A diagnosis of advanced prostate cancer is tough to swallow. You want a team of specialists who are experienced across the entire spectrum of prostate cancer’s advanced stages. Because every prostate cancer patient is unique, at AUI you can expect a treatment plan that is personalized to your individual situation. Backed by clinical research, our Tallahassee team will recommend the latest advancements in treatment suitable to your unique disease state. This may include oral medication, infusion-based medications, or genetic targeted medications. Request an appointment to find exceptional, personalized care close to home.

Meet our Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Provider

A warm welcome to our newest provider who is ready to extend compassionate care to you and your loved ones:

Savina Patheja, PT, DPT

Savina specializes in pelvic floor physical therapy, which is especially helpful if you suffer from incontinence or pelvic pain. If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, call us to find the help you need:

• Constipation
• Fecal incontinence
• Interstitial cystitis
• Overactive bladder
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Pelvic pain
• Postpartum pain
• Radiation/post-surgery pain
• SIJ/low back pain
• Urinary incontinence
• Urinary urgency and frequency

Although pelvic floor issues are more common in women, both men and women can experience them. To make an appointment with Savina at our Tallahassee office, call: (850) 309-0400.