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Men's Health Doctor in Bentleigh East

Integrative Men’s Health, Sleep & Mental Care

Many men often delay seeing a doctor due to time pressures, stigma, or assuming symptoms are just part of getting older. Issues such as poor sleep, low energy, stress, weight gain, reduced focus, and hormonal changes are often early signs of deeper health imbalances.

I provide an integrative men’s health care for patients in Bentleigh and Bentleigh East, focusing on prevention, integrative medicine, and performance.

A Whole-Person Approach to Men’s Health & Performance

Men’s health is not just about avoiding illness — it’s about energy, sleep quality, mental clarity, physical performance, and long-term resilience.

I take a holistic and lifestyle-focused approach, assessing:

Sleep quality
Stress
Nutrition and metabolic health
Physical activity
Hormonal and cardiovascular health

I provide a confidential, judgement-free environment where men can openly discuss concerns and receive personalised, practical care.

Men’s Health Services in Bentleigh East:

- Sleep & Performance Health

Sleep is foundational to male performance, hormone regulation, and mental sharpness. I assess and manage:

Poor sleep quality and insomnia
Snoring and suspected sleep apnoea
Daytime fatigue, brain fog, and reduced motivation
Sleep’s impact on testosterone, weight, mood, and heart health

- Heart & Metabolic Health

Cardiovascular risk assessment and prevention
High blood pressure, cholesterol, insulin resistance, and diabetes
Lifestyle strategies for sustainable metabolic health

- Mental Health, Stress & Burnout

Anxiety, low mood, stress, and burnout
Cognitive performance, focus, and emotional resilience

- Hormonal & Prostate Health

Age-related hormonal changes
Prostate screening and long-term monitoring

- Weight, Fitness & Physical Function

Weight management and metabolic optimisation
Muscle loss, strength, and energy decline

- Sexual Health

Erectile dysfunction and libido concerns
Sexual confidence and performance

- Preventive Health & Lifestyle Medicine

Cancer screening and early detection
Nutrition, exercise, sleep, and behaviour-based interventions

Why Men’s Health Checks Matter

Many serious conditions begin quietly — with poor sleep, fatigue, reduced performance, or mood changes long before abnormal test results appear.

Regular men’s health checks help:

Identify risks early
Improve sleep, energy, and productivity
Prevent cardiovascular and metabolic disease
Support long-term physical and cognitive performance

My goal is to help men in Bentleigh East age well, perform better, and live healthier lives.

What to Expect at Your Men’s Health Appointment

When you visit me, you’ll receive a thorough, unhurried consultation.

I will:

Take time to understand your symptoms, lifestyle, and sleep
Assess performance, recovery, and long-term health risks
Arrange investigations if needed
Begin treatment and lifestyle strategies promptly

Where appropriate, assessment and management can start on the same day.

If you’re not sleeping well, feeling run down, struggling with performance, or simply want a proactive approach to your health- book a consultation.

Holistic Management of Chronic Conditions

I provide a holistic approach to chronic illness care, focusing not just on medications, but on lifestyle, nutrition, sleep, and overall wellness to support long-term health.

Many people struggle with high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or elevated cholesterol levels, and traditional treatments often focus solely on symptom control. While medications are sometimes necessary, a holistic approach can help addresses these conditions. By looking at your diet, stress levels, sleep quality, physical activity, and daily habits, I can create a personalised plan that complements medical treatment and helps you take control of your health.

For hypertension, lifestyle factors such as stress management, exercise, and nutrition play a crucial role in lowering blood pressure naturally. In the case of type 2 diabetes, blood sugar regulation can often be improved with targeted dietary strategies, better sleep, and gentle activity plans, alongside standard care. For those managing high cholesterol, holistic approaches focus on heart-healthy eating, stress reduction, and supporting overall metabolic health, helping to reduce cardiovascular risk.

Based on your health goals, I can provide individualised guidance that integrates modern medicine with evidence-based lifestyle strategies. The aim is to not only manage your chronic condition but also improve energy, mood, and quality of life.

By combining traditional medicine with holistic strategies, patients often experience better results and a greater sense of empowerment over their health journey. I work closely with you to set realistic goals and track progress, ensuring that every step you take is sustainable and effective.

If you are in Bentleigh East and looking for a holistic, personalised approach to managing chronic conditions like hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, or high cholesterol, I am here to help. Together, we can create a comprehensive plan that supports your health, lifestyle, and long-term wellness.

Holistic Mental Health Care in Bentleigh East

How I Help with Anxiety, Depression, Burnout and Sleep

I provide a holistic approach mental health care supporting people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, chronic stress, or poor sleep,

A whole-person approach to mental health is important as mental health is connected to sleep, stress, nutrition, and lifestyle — and treatment works best when all of these are considered together.

Depending on your needs, your care may include:

Thoughtful use of medication (when appropriate)
Nutritional and herbal support
Psychological therapy
Mind–body approaches
Sleep and circadian rhythm optimisation
Support with stress, diet and movement,

Supporting Mental Health at Any Stage of Life

Mental health challenges can affect people of all ages. Research shows that many conditions begin early in life, sometimes showing signs in childhood or adolescence, especially when stress, sleep disruption, or trauma are present.

Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or someone you care about, understanding mental health early — and addressing it with the right support — can make a profound difference over time.

Why Mental Health Awareness Matters

Anxiety, depression, burnout, and sleep problems are common, yet many people still feel unsure or hesitant about asking for help. Fear of judgment or stigma often delays care, allowing symptoms to worsen.

By supporting mental health awareness in Bentleigh East, I aim to help people recognise early signs, seek help sooner, and feel less alone in their experience. Early, compassionate support can change the course of mental health challenges.

A Safe, Non-Judgmental Space to Be Heard

Many people worry about being judged, labelled, or rushed into treatment. I understand how difficult it can be to speak openly about mental health.

I take the time to understand your experiences — including stress, sleep patterns, trauma history, lifestyle pressures, and emotional wellbeing — so we can work together toward meaningful and sustainable change.

Integrative Mental Health Care in Bentleigh East — Focused on Long-Term Wellbeing

A holistic approach is not just about managing symptoms — it’s also about building resilience, and long-term wellbeing. By addressing factors such as chronic stress, trauma, poor sleep, and lifestyle imbalance, I help reduce the risk of mental health challenges escalating over time.

My aim is to help you feel calmer, better rested, emotionally steadier, and more connected — so life feels manageable again, not overwhelming.

Snoring and Sleep Apnoea

I can help you improve their sleep and overall health by diagnosing and treating sleep apnoea and snoring.

The process I use was develop by sleep specialist from Flinders University Australian and the Institute of Sleep Health (AISH) for use in GP and has been tested in clinical trials ( in which I was the only Victorian based GP).

I can help you have a home-based sleep study if required and recommend the best treatment option to help improve your sleep.

What is Snoring?

Snoring is a loud sound that happens when air can’t move smoothly through the nose and throat during sleep.
The noise is caused by soft tissue in the throat vibrating when the airway partly collapses.
Snoring means air isn’t flowing easily to your lungs, which in some people can make sleep less restful.
Snoring doesn’t only bother the person making the noise but usually disturbs anyone sleeping nearby.
In some cases, partners end up sleeping in separate rooms, sometimes called “sleep divorce.”

What are the link between snoring and sleep apnoea?

Snoring can be a sign of a more serious sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), but not everyone who snores has it.
In sleep apnoea, a person stops breathing for short periods many times during the night. They often don’t know this is happening.
If you wake up still feeling tired, feel sleepy during the day, or if your snoring is followed by choking or gasping sounds, you might have sleep apnoea.

Factors that increase the chances of causes snoring?

Snoring is more likely if you sleep on your back because your tongue and soft palate can fall backward and block your airway.
People who are overweight often have extra tissue in the neck region, which makes snoring worse.
Having a cold, allergies and in some people structural nasal problems can also block the airflow and lead to snoring.
Drinking alcohol, taking certain medications (including some sleeping medication), smoking, and even getting older can cause the muscles in your throat to relax too much, making snoring more likely.

How do I evaluate a Snorer and provide Snoring Solutions?

A thorough history and examination of the snorer by a sleep doctor is the first step.
Questionnaires like the STOP-BANG can be used to see if you have other risk factors of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
If suitable, I may recommend doing a home-based sleep study (also known as a sleep apnea test), with equipment in my clinic.

Approaches to Snoring:

Losing weight can help reduce or even stop snoring and avoiding alcohol and certain medications before bed can also make a big difference.
Changing your sleeping position so you’re not lying on your back may help too.
For other cases, sleep doctors might suggest using a snoring mouth guard also referred to as an oral appliance, which brings the jaw forward and keeping the airway open during sleep.
A dentist trained in dental sleep medicine can custom make these oral snoring mouth guards (also known as mandibular advancement devices), which work much better than store-bought ones.
When snoring is associated with moderate or severe obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a CPAP machine might be the best treatment option. This machine pushes air through a mask to keep your airway open all night.

Home Sleep Studies

Home Sleep Study – Convenient Sleep Testing at Home

Do you struggle with snoring, daytime fatigue, or restless sleep? A home sleep study may be the easiest way to find out what’s affecting your sleep – all from the comfort of your own bed.

At our clinic in East Bentleigh, we provide comprehensive home sleep studies to help diagnose conditions such as sleep apnoea, snoring, and other sleep disorders. With a home sleep study, you can sleep naturally in your own environment while we gather all the data needed for accurate diagnosis.

Why Choose a Home Sleep Study?

Comfort of Your Own Bed: Avoid hospital stays.
Easy and Convenient: We guide you step-by-step through the set-up.
The test results are reviewed by sleep specialists, and we can provide a tailored treatment plan based on these results.

How It Works

At a face-to-face appointment we first discuss your sleep concerns and medical history.
A sleep study kit is provided with instructions on step up or you can have the equipment connected up in our clinic.
You wear the device while you sleep, just like a normal night.
Data is analyzed, and we discuss the results and next steps with you.

A home sleep study is often the first step toward better sleep, improved health, and more energy during the day.

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Insomnia therapy

Although there are effective treatments for both insomnia and sleep apnoea, these treatments are not widely available through general practice settings.

For insomnia, the most effective treatment is cognitive and behavioural strategies that treat the underlying cause of insomnia symptoms, known as cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBTi). This therapy has been offered successfully for many years through hospital sleep clinic and does not use drugs. It focuses on addressing insomnia by behavioural change and no drugs.

The process I use was developed by Sleep Specialists and involves weekly visits over 4 weeks.

I was one of the doctors who was involve with a clinical study with Adelaide Institute of Sleep health (AISH) and Flinders University. This showed the effectiveness of this four-week behavioural program, that has been specially developed to treat chronic insomnia in adults in GP.

What is insomnia?

Almost everyone has bad nights sometimes, real insomnia is when this happens for many weeks or months and makes you feel unwell during the day.
People with insomnia have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, even when you have the chance to sleep.

What causes insomnia?

Insomnia can be caused by stress, anxiety, depression, pain, or medical conditions.
Using your phone or watching screens right before bed can also contribute to insomnia.
Changes in routine, like staying up too late or sleeping in on weekends, can also mess up your sleep schedule
Sometimes, another sleep problem like obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) or restless legs syndrome (RLS) can cause or worsen insomnia.
Around 40% of people with OSA also have insomnia symptoms (called COMISA, for co-morbid insomnia and sleep apnoea).

What are the effects of insomnia?

When you don’t sleep well, you may feel extremely tired, have trouble concentrating, and feel grumpy or sad.
You might struggle to perform well at school or sports, and your memory can be affected too.

How do Sleep Specialists recommend treating Insomnia?

Insomnia treatment usually starts with improving sleep habits, like keeping a regular sleep schedule and avoiding computer and phone screens before bed.
Relaxing before bedtime, such as listening to calm music or reading, can also help.
Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-i) is considered the best option for chronic insomnia. It helps you change habits around sleep. The process I use was developed by Sleep Specialists and involves weekly visits over 4 weeks. It uses a combination of stimulus control, CBT and staged behavioural modification.
If you experience chronic insomnia and would like to try sleeping better in the future without medication, then please book a consultation at our clinic today.

Dr Roy Kumar