Meet Andrew Wakin, Owner/Nurse Practitioner at Awakin Men’s Health (awakinmenshealth.com).
Tell us a little about your business. – Concierge medical practice focused on men’s health and proactive health assessments. Specializing in testosterone replacement therapy, erectile dysfunction, weight loss, hair loss and general health.
How did you get started in the business? – I began my journey in men’s health in 2016 and have been specializing in testosterone replacement therapy and erectile dysfunction. Now that I have my own business I’ve expanded my overall treatments for men and working in preventive health care.
What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? – Opening up Awakin Men’s Health by myself. It was unknown territory for me and was scary and challenging but also a great learning experience in which I continue to learn every day.
What has been your most important achievement professionally? – Seeing and hearing from my patients how their quality of life has improved since starting treatment. Which not only affects them but those who are around them. It’s great when I hear that they have more energy and they are working out and gaining muscle and losing weight and their relationships are improving.
Tell us a little about your family. – My wife, Allison, of 14 years is an Lecturer at UNO and teaches Pilates. I have three children, Corrigan, Louie and Ireland. We have three dogs: Finnegan, Polo and Auggie.
What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life? – Having children was a big turning point for me. Your focus and responsibilities change as you continue to grow as a parent.
What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? – Go swimming and enjoy live music with family and friends.
What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? – I have a huge sweet tooth! I’m very handy and have taught myself how to fix many things.
Who inspires you? – My wife and children inspire me to continue to grow and be the best husband and dad that I can.
What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? – “If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place.” – Nora Roberts.
If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? – Authentic.
If you could have a super power, what would it be? – Telekinesis.
Which talent would you most like to have? – Play the guitar.
If you could choose any other profession to be successful in, what would it be? – Construction Management.
What local nonprofit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? – Hearts Hand Paws Dog rescue, we adopted Polo and Auggie through them and they are a great organization.
What is your favorite movie? – The Boondock Saints.
If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so? – awakinmenshealth.com | awakin@awakinmenshealth.com