ORIGINAL RESEARCH-EDUCATION: Frequency and Focus of Sexual History Taking in Male Patients-A Pilot Study Conducted among Swiss General Practitioners and Urologists

Our results justify establishing guidelines for SHT in Switzerland to better meet the sexual health needs of male patients. Physicians should be encouraged to routinely inquire about sexual issues, overcome their discomfort with the subject, and regard male sexuality as more than erectile function. A clear need exists for relevant continuing education for Swiss GPs and urologists. Platano G, Margraf J, Alder J, and Bitzer J. Frequency and focus of sexual history taking in male patients-A pilot study conducted among Swiss general practitioners and urologists.