Nelson Vergel- Author & Men's Health Expert
Nelson
Vergel
Chemical engineer turned men's health pioneer. Four decades of transforming personal health challenges into knowledge that helps thousands of men optimize their lives.
Why Trust Nelson Vergel
Nelson's authority in men's health comes from a rare combination: formal engineering and scientific training, decades of personal experience with hormone optimization, and institutional-level participation in shaping U.S. health policy.
B.S. Chemical Engineering — McGill University
Full scholarship. Graduated 1981. Engineering discipline applied to health data analysis and clinical protocol design.
MBA, Marketing — University of Houston
Specialization in Marketing (1987). Business acumen behind ExcelMale.com, DiscountedLabs.com, and multiple health ventures.
NIH Research Committee Member
Served on National Institutes of Health research committees, contributing patient perspectives to federal health research priorities.
FDA Advisory Panel Participant
Participated in FDA review panels, providing patient advocacy input on drug approval and treatment access decisions.
DHHS HIV Treatment Guidelines Panel
Scientific Member for 5 years, helping shape national HIV treatment standards and clinical practice guidelines.
107+ Academic Citations
Published research on Google Scholar covering endocrinology, HRT, exercise science, nutrition, and HIV treatment.
Books by Nelson Vergel
Evidence-based guides that have helped thousands of men and clinicians understand hormone optimization.
Testosterone: A Man's Guide
The definitive patient guide to TRT — diagnosis, treatment options, side effect management, and monitoring. Based on 20+ years of literature research and personal experience.
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Beyond Testosterone: The Illustrated Guide
Covers thyroid treatments, peptides, nandrolone, hCG, estrogen management, ED medications, and advanced hormone optimization protocols.
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Built to Survive
330+ scientific references covering anabolic steroids, growth hormone, nutrition, and exercise for HIV+ patients. Co-authored with Michael Mooney.
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Graduated from McGill University
B.S. in Chemical Engineering on full scholarship. Began career in oil and gas industry.
Diagnosed HIV-Positive
At 27, during an era with no effective treatments. Channeled the diagnosis into a mission to find answers.
Discovered Testosterone's Life-Saving Potential
Began TRT to combat HIV-associated wasting syndrome. The results transformed his health and launched his advocacy career.
Founded Program for Wellness Restoration (PoWeR)
Non-profit delivering 600+ educational and CME programs across the U.S. in English and Spanish.
Founded Body Positive Wellness Clinic
Offered treatment education, physical therapy, nutritional counseling, and hormonal treatments for people with HIV.
Houston Mayor Declares "Nelson Vergel Day"
September 13, 2001 — Mayor Lee Brown recognized Nelson's contributions to the Houston community.
Published Testosterone: A Man's Guide
The book that brought evidence-based TRT information to thousands of men and clinicians.
Founded ExcelMale.com
Built the leading moderated men's health forum, now with 24,000+ members exchanging evidence-based health information.
Published Beyond Testosterone
Fourth book covering a decade of advanced hormone optimization knowledge beyond TRT alone.
Awards & Honors
Nelson Vergel Day
Proclaimed by Houston Mayor Lee Brown, September 13, 2001
Top 100 Activists in the World
Named by POZ Magazine
Environmental Excellence Award
Shell Oil Company — for preventing EPA fines at multiple refineries
HIVPlus Magazine Cover Feature
September 2005 — for advancing salvage therapy access
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