Best BackTable Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 562 IR as a Business Engine: Scaling High-Acuity Care in Private Practice with Dr. Harris Chengazi 54:24

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What are the key elements of a robust interventional radiology practice, and how can IRs effectively demonstrate their value to hospitals? Guest, Dr. Harris Chengazi, interventional radiologist at Great Lakes Medical Imaging, joins host Dr. Sabeen Dhand to explore the core strategies behind developing a successful and sustainable clinical IR practi…

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Ep. 233 CSF Leaks Part II: Techniques in Endoscopic Repair with Dr. Satyan Sreenath and Dr. Sanjeet Rangarajan 1:00:15

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A 47 year old male presents with intermittent, unilateral nasal drainage and headache. What do you do? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Dr. Satyan Sreenath, a rhinologist at Indiana University, and Dr. Sanjeet Rangarajan, a rhinologist at Case Reserve University, examine complex cases involving CSF leaks and encephaloceles. --- SYNPOSIS Th…

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Ep. 561 Dosimetry University VI: Challenging Case Review with Dr. Tyler Sandow and Dr. Zach Berman 48:55

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When is Y90 the right treatment for metastatic disease? Join Drs. Tyler Sandow, Zach Berman and host Kavi Krishnasamy in the conclusion of Dosimetry University where they discuss the complexities of treating different variations of metastatic disease and review how they’ve approached complicated cases with Y90. --- SYNPOSIS The interventional oncol…

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Ep. 560 Biliary Endoscopy Techniques for Gallstones with Dr. John Smirniotopoulos 43:00

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Symptomatic gallstones that can’t be treated with surgery? Interventional radiology can help. In this episode of BackTable, Dr. John Smirniotopoulos, IR at MedStar Health, joins Dr. Michael Barraza to share the latest advancements and techniques in biliary endoscopy. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Smirniotopoulos reflects on his early work with cholangioscopy at…

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Ep. 232 CSF Leak Evaluation Part I: Presentation & Management with Dr. Satyan Sreenath and Dr. Sanjeet Rangarajan 47:13

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A patient walks in with a persistent runny nose. Is it allergies, or something more dangerous? In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, two renowned rhinologists, Dr. Satyan Sreenath and Dr. Sanjeet Rangarajan, delve into the evaluation and management of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks at the anterior skull base with host Dr. Gopi Shah. --- SY…

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Ep. 559 Dosimetry University V: Case Review on Dose Optimization Strategies with Dr. Tyler Sandow and Dr. Zach Berman 38:34

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The balance between targeting tumor and sparing healthy liver is delicate. How do the experts do it? In this case-based review, Drs. Zach Berman (UC San Diego) and Tyler Sandow (Ochsner Health) join host Dr. Kavi Krishnasamy to walk us through real-world scenarios and share how they approach Y90 dose optimization. --- This podcast is supported by: …

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Ep. 558 Advancements in Stroke Thrombectomy: Techniques & Training with Dr. Blaise Baxter and Dr. James Milburn 58:50

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Are your current stroke interventions in line with the latest clinical data? Dr. Blaise Baxter, interventional radiologist at Sutter Health, and Dr. Jim Milburn, interventional neuroradiologist at the Ochsner Health, join host Dr. Michael Barraza to discuss the latest advancements in stroke interventions. --- This podcast is supported by: Imperativ…

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Ep. 231 Improving Surgical Outcomes Through Self-Awareness with Dr. Melinda Thacker 48:39

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Let’s talk about what it really means to show up for your patients—and yourself—as a surgeon. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Mel Thacker, an otolaryngologist and founder of The Empowered Surgeon and the Surgeons with a Purpose Podcast, joins hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss humanity in surgery, and how to stay grounded in a…

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Ep. 557 Proving Your Worth to the Hospital: Economics of Hospital Based IR with Dr. Matt Hawkins 42:59

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How can interventional radiologists turn their unique capabilities into revenue? Dr. Matt Hawkins, interventional radiologist and Health Policy and Economics councilor at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR), joins host Dr. Ally Baheti to discuss how interventional radiologists can prove (and get paid for) the value that they bring to hosp…

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Ep. 230 Setting Up an Overseas ENT Career with Dr. Ananya Majumder 50:46

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How hard is it to move your medical practice across the globe? In this episode of BackTable ENT, otolaryngologist Dr. Ananya Majumder discusses her transition from practicing in Fort Worth, Texas to becoming a consultant otolaryngologist at North Shore Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand with host Dr. Gopi Shah. --- SYNPOSIS They explore Dr. Majumder…

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Ep. 556 Dosimetry University IV: Optimizing Radiation Segmentectomy with Dr. Nima Kokabi and Dr. Tyler Sandow 36:47

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Radiation segmentectomy: who, when, how? Interventional oncologists Dr. Nima Kokabi, Dr. Tyler Sandow, and Dr. Kavi Krishnasamy continue their in-studio discussion on all things Y90 in Part 4 of Dosimetry University, focusing on specific applications of radiation segmentectomy. --- This podcast is supported by: Sirtex https://www.sirtex.com/ Medtro…

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Ep. 229 Sialendoscopy: Office-Based Techniques and Best Practices with Dr. Wais Rahmati 59:47

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The sour candy myth: why it’s not always the right Rx for salivary gland obstruction. In this episode, Dr. Wais Rahmati, a board-certified otolaryngologist at Mass Eye and Ear and Harvard Medical School, discusses the development of a comprehensive salivary gland center and the focus on office-based sialendoscopy with host Dr. Ashley Agan. --- SYNP…

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Ep. 555 Dosimetry University Part III: Optimizing Single-Session Treatments with Dr. Nima Kokabi and Dr. Tyler Sandow 51:57

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Will single session Y90 become the standard of care for HCC and oligo-metastatic disease? Tune in to our third installment of Dosimetry University with interventional oncologists Drs. Tyler Sandow, Nima Kokabi, and Kavi Krishnasamy as they share their experiences and best practices in single session Y90 treatment. --- This podcast is supported by: …

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Ep. 554 Optimizing the IR/DR Curriculum and Experience with Dr. Gregg Khodorov and Dr. Nicole Lamparello 1:05:26

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So you’re going to be an IR resident–what exactly did you sign up for? Find out with Dr. Neil Jain, an integrated IR resident at Georgetown as he hosts a discussion on optimizing integrated IR residency programs with Dr. Nicole Lamparello, an Assistant Professor of Clinical Radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine, and Dr. Gregg Khodorov, a PGY-5 reside…

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Ep. 228 Sinus Headaches vs. Migraines: Diagnosis and Treatment with Dr. Jessica Lee 59:55

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Sinusitis or migraine? Understanding the difference between rhinogenic and primary headaches could change your treatment algorithm. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Jessica Lee, an otolaryngologist from Charleston ENT and Allergy, discusses the prevalence and treatment of sinus headaches with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan. --- SYNPOS…

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Ep. 553 Dosimetry University Part II: Understanding Partition and Voxel-Based Approaches with Dr. Tyler Sandow and Dr. Nima Kokabi 1:01:18

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BSA, MIRD, or voxel-based dosimetry? Join us for part 2 of Dosimetry University where interventional oncologists Dr. Tyler Sandow, Dr. Nima Kokabi, and Dr. Kavi Krishnasamy explore and debate the critical nuances of a successful Y90 procedure, covering dosing methods, lung shunt management, and when to incorporate other therapeutic approaches. --- …

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Ep. 227 Healthcare Leadership Strategies for Otolaryngologists with Dr. Carol Bradford 56:34

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Leadership isn’t just about saying yes—it’s about knowing when to say no too. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Carol Bradford, Dean of the Ohio State University College of Medicine and Vice President for Health Sciences at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, shares her leadership journey with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Sunil Verm…

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Ep. 552 Dosimetry University Part I: Treatment Planning with Dr. Tyler Sandow and Dr. Nima Kokabi 55:12

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Dosimetry University is now in session! First up—how do you plan your Y90 treatments and what can you do in the planning phase to maximize efficacy? Find out in Part I of BackTable’s Dosimetry University series featuring interventional oncologists Dr. Nima Kokabi from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and Dr. Tyler Sandow from Ochsner He…

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Ep. 226 Managing Allergy Symptoms Amid Environmental Changes with Dr. Jennifer Villwock and Dr. William Reisacher 50:52

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Are your allergies getting worse, or is it the environment? In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Jennifer Villwock, a rhinologist at the University of Kansas, and Dr. William Reisacher, an otolaryngologist at New York Presbyterian Hospital, join the podcast to discuss the impact of environmental extremes on the unified airway with hosts Dr. Ashley…

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Ep. 551 Independent IR Practice: Opportunities and Challenges with Dr. Waqaar Diwan 36:25

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What would you do if your IR/DR practice underwent major ownership and staffing changes just one week after signing your first attending contract? In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Waqaar Diwan joins host Dr. Michael Barraza to share his experience facing exactly that challenge—and how it led to the eventual development of his own independent IR pr…

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Ep. 550 Percutaneous Transesophageal Gastrostomy: Indications and Procedure Insights with Lisa Rotellini-Coltvet and Dr. Alex Wallace 41:46

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What do you do when conventional gastric tubes are not an option? In this week’s episode of BackTable, host Dr. Ally Baheti speaks with interventional radiologist Dr. Alex Wallace and physician assistant Lisa Rotellini-Colvet from the Mayo Clinic in Arizona about the percutaneous transesophageal gastrostomy (PTEG) procedure. The discussion explores…

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Ep. 549 Liquid Embolics: Practical Applications and Techniques with Dr. Gary Siskin 50:59

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Liquid embolics are a relatively new addition to the interventional radiology toolkit—how well do you understand the technical considerations that come with using these agents? Get up to speed in this episode of the BackTable Podcast where Dr. Gary Siskin, Chair of Radiology at Albany Medical Center, shares his expertise. --- This podcast is suppor…

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Ep. 225 Sinusitis and Cognitive Impairment: Exploring the Inflammatory Pathway with Dr. Aria Jafari 51:07

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Chronic sinusitis might be doing more than just clogging your nose–it could be clouding your brain. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Aria Jafari, an assistant professor at the University of Washington and co-director of the Neuroendocrinology Advanced Sinus and Skull-base Surgery Fellowship, discusses the connection between sinusitis and cogni…

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Ep. 548 Winding Down Neuwave: Impact on Interventional Radiology with Dr. Joshua Kuban 31:56

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It’s official — NeuWave is exiting the market. In this episode, Dr. Christopher Beck hosts a conversation with Dr. Josh Kuban, an interventional radiologist at MD Anderson Cancer Center, to discuss the impact that NeuWave's microwave tumor ablation technology has had on the field of interventional oncology and the recent announcement of its discont…

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Ep. 547 Intratumoral Oncolytic Treatments for Metastatic Melanoma: A Multidisciplinary Approach with Dr. Riad Salem and Dr. Sunandana Chandra 54:15

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Making strides against melanoma: how can medical oncologists and interventional oncologists join forces to deliver smarter, patient-centered care? In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Tyler Sandow,hosts Dr. Sunandana Chandra, medical oncologist at Northwestern, and Dr. Riad Salem, interventional oncologist at Northwestern, to discuss the evolving mana…

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Ep. 224 Safety & Preparedness in Office Based Procedures with Dr. Scott Fortune 1:03:48

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The best doctors aren’t lucky—they’re prepared. Discover how to keep your office safe during in-office procedures. In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Scott Fortune, an otolaryngologist from Allergy and ENT Associates of Middle Tennessee, discusses office-based procedural safety with Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan. --- SYNPOSIS The doctors del…

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Ep. 546 IR Practice Development: Residency to Real-World with Dr. Quinn Meisinger 1:01:00

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Ep. 545 Outpatient PAE- Tips and Tricks from a High Volume Operator with Dr. Stephen "Andy" Vartanian 40:17

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Bringing Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) to the OBL setting means balancing cost efficiency, quality care, and a high procedure volume. What should you know and how can you get started? This week, host Dr. Ally Baheti explores outpatient PAE with Dr. Stephen “Andy” Vartanian, an independent interventional radiologist and medical director of Prec…

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Ep. 223 Evaluation and Management of Bilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis with Dr. James Daniero 59:11

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Never let the sun set on bilateral vocal fold paralysis–timely diagnosis and intervention are key. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. James Daniero, a laryngologist from the University of Virginia, discusses the evaluation and management of bilateral vocal fold paralysis with Dr. Gopi Shah and guest host Dr. Stephen Schoeff. --- SYNPOSIS The tri…

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Ep. 544 Inside the RVS Update Committee (RUC) Process with Dr. Amar Rewari and Dr. Curtis Lee Anderson 36:16

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How is reimbursement decided? Have an inside look from the committee itself as we unpack exactly how a new CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code is created, assessed, and ultimately valued for physician Medicare reimbursement. In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Sabeen Dhand is joined by radiation oncologist Dr. Amar Rewari and interventional rad…

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Ep. 543 Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Discussion on the COLLISION Trial with Dr. Martijn Meijerink 47:58

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Is minimally invasive ablation the future of metastatic cancer care? We now have the results of the COLLISION Trial, which investigates the non-inferiority of thermal ablation compared to surgical resection. How will these findings change treatment paradigms and practice patterns around metastatic colorectal cancer? In this week’s episode of BackTa…

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Ep. 222 Survivorship in Head and Neck Cancer with Dr. Michael Moore and Heather Starmer, PhD, CCC-SLP 46:43

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What does it take to improve quality of life after head and neck cancer? In this episode of Backtable ENT, guests Dr. Heather Starmer, a speech and language pathologist at Stanford University, and Dr. Michael Moore, a head and neck cancer surgeon at Indiana University explore the topic of head and neck cancer survivorship. --- SYNPOSIS The discussi…

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Ep. 542 Navigating Early Career in Interventional Radiology with Dr. Christopher Zarour and Dr. Kavi Devulapalli 58:23

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As graduating residents step into the IR job market, the big question remains: What truly makes a great first job? Dr. Subhash Gutti hosts guest Dr. Kavi Devulapalli (Image Guided Solutions of Missouri) and Dr. Christopher Zarour (Huron Valley Radiology in Ann Arbor) as they share early career advice and job search strategies. --- This podcast is s…

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Ep. 221 Chronic Cough: An Allergist’s Perspective with Dr. Basil Kahwash 1:05:26

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How can you treat a chronic cough when you’re not sure what’s causing it? In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Basil Kahwash, a board-certified allergist and immunologist from Ohio ENT and Allergy, discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating chronic cough. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Kahwash explains common causes, such as upper airway cough syndro…

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Ep. 541 Treatment of Acute Portal Vein Thrombosis with Dr. Ben May 52:34

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To TIPS or not to TIPS? More than ever, younger patients are presenting with acute portal vein thrombosis (PVT) that requires intervention beyond anticoagulation alone. These patients need safe, effective options that offer long-term resolution and a good quality of life after treatment. In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Dr. Benjamin May, I…

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Ep. 540 Dolor Crónico Femenino: Varices Pélvicas con Dr. Gloria Salazar 1:12:54

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En este episodio de BackTable, la radióloga intervencionista Dra. Sara Lojo Lendoiro y la Dra. Gloria Salazar discuten los desafíos y las barreras para diagnosticar y tratar el dolor pélvico crónico y las varices pélvicas en mujeres. --- SYNPOSIS Primero, abordan la ausencia de diagnóstico y el estereotipo que estigmatiza a las mujeres con problema…

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Ep. 539 The Future of the IR-DR Relationship with Dr. Saher Sabri and Dr. Mark Lessne 1:03:59

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Is it time for interventional radiology to sever ties with diagnostic radiology and define its own future? Dr. Ally Baheti hosts Dr. Mark Lessne, interventional radiologist at Charlotte Radiology and Dr. Saher Sabri, Chief of Interventional Radiology at MedStar Health, to discuss the evolving relationship between interventional radiology (IR) and d…

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Ep. 538 Immunotherapy and TACE in HCC Treatment with Dr. Julius Chapiro and Dr. Richard Finn 1:07:37

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There are now multiple phase 3 studies on combination transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) and immunotherapy showing a significant benefit over TACE alone. How do these findings change the hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) treatment algorithm? In this multidisciplinary episode of the BackTable Podcast, Dr. Richard Finn (Medical Oncologist at UCLA) a…

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Ep. 220 Managing Nasal Polyps: Treatments and Insights with Dr. Martin Citardi 58:23

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Is the future of nasal polyp treatment right under our nose? In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Martin Citardi, a world-renowned rhinologist and skull-based surgeon at UTHealth Houston, discusses the latest advancements in the management of nasal polyps with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan. --- This podcast is supported by: Medtronic ENT…

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Ep. 537 Keeping It Lean in the OBL with Dr. Mary Costantino 1:10:43

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What is the key to running an efficient OBL? Dr. Mary Costantino, medical director of Advanced Vascular Centers, joins host Dr. Ally Baheti to share some of the key ingredients in keeping it lean in OBL. --- SYNPOSIS The doctors delve into strategies in running a cost-effective OBL while upholding clinical excellence. Dr. Costantino shares her pers…

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Ep. 536 Multidisciplinary Approaches to Renal Cancer Care with Dr. Louis Hinshaw and Dr. Jason Abel 39:36

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This week we bring together urologists and radiologists to work towards a shared goal of innovating on kidney cancer care. Dr. Jason Abel, Professor of Urology and Radiology at the University of Wisconsin, and Dr. Louis Hinshaw, Section Chief of Abdominal Imaging Intervention at the University of Wisconsin, join our host Dr. Ruchika Talwar for a mu…

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Ep. 535 Genicular Artery Embolization: Current Controversies and Insights with Dr. Sid Padia and Dr. Osman Ahmed 1:26:54

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Who is the ultimate candidate for GAE, which technical approach is best, and how do you set your patients up for success? Tune into this week’s episode of BackTable to hear from interventional radiologists Dr. Osman Ahmed (University of Chicago Medicine) and Dr. Siddharth Padia (UCLA Health) as they discuss everything from patient selection to foll…

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Ep. 219 New Frontiers in Pediatric Hearing Loss: Implants, Gene Therapy, and CMV with Dr. Daniela Carvalho 45:31

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Are new solutions for pediatric hearing loss finally within earshot? In this episode of the Back Table ENT Podcast, we talk with Dr. Daniela Carvalho, pediatric otolaryngologist and director of the Cochlear Implant Program at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Carvalho discusses the latest advancements and practices in the fiel…

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Ep. 534 What’s a Good Job? Looking at the Diagnostic Job Market with Dr. Ned Holman and Dr. Mike Romeo 45:38

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Are you thinking about pursuing a new diagnostic radiology gig? Get the download on the current job market, how to evaluate different compensation models, and what to look out for when considering your next job offer in this week’s episode of BackTable, featuring guests Dr. Ned Holman (Neuroradiologist at Alaska Imaging) and Dr. Mike Romeo (Radiolo…

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Ep. 218 The Role of Dentistry in Pediatric Sleep Disordered Breathing with Dr. Loria Nahatis 1:03:03

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What role does craniofacial growth play in childhood sleep health? Dr. Loria Nahatis, pediatric dentist from Beyond Pediatric Dentistry in Dallas, Texas, discusses the importance of early intervention in pediatric dentistry, focusing on evaluating and treating children with sleep disordered breathing. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Nahatis shares her personal ex…

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Ep. 533 Physician’s Guide to Financial Literacy and Investment Strategies with Dr. Jim Dahle 1:01:25

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The road towards financial literacy and financial freedom does not need to be a solo, do-it-yourself, figure it out as it goes type of journey. Guest Dr. Jim Dahle (practicing emergency medicine physician and Founder of the White Coat Investor) joins host Dr. Chris Beck to help better illuminate the process of becoming financially literate and secu…

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Ep. 217 Environmental Sustainability in ENT with Dr. Julie Strychowsky 46:20

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Operating rooms generate up to 30% of a hospital's waste–what can ENT do to change that? In this episode, Dr. Julie Strychowsky, a pediatric otolaryngologist at London Health Sciences Center in Ontario, discusses environmental sustainability in ENT. --- SYNPOSIS The discussion covers the inefficiencies and environmental impacts of current practices…

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Ep. 532 OBL Site of Service Update with Dr. Bret Wiechmann and Dr. Jerry Niedzwiecki 40:54

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Navigating the intricate world of medical billing can be challenging, and knowing the steps needed to ensure fair reimbursement can be even more challenging. Guests Dr. Bret Wiechmann and Dr. Jerry Niedzwiecki (private practice interventional radiologists) join host Dr. Ally Baheti to discuss how IRs in the OBL setting can legislatively rally behin…

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Ep. 531 Ten Commandments for Female Interventional Radiologists with Dr. Maureen Kohi 46:03

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What are the 10 Commandments of Being a Female Interventional Radiologist? Guest Dr. Maureen Kohi (Chair of Radiology at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill) sits down with host Dr. Ally Baheti to discuss the details of her popular lecture topic and how these 10 rules are actually applicable to all current and future interventional radiologist…

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Ep. 216 Navigation in Sinus and Skull Base Surgery with Dr. Arif Janjua 40:11

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Getting lost on a road trip is one thing, but the stakes are much higher in skull base surgery. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Arif Janjua, rhinologist and fellowship director at the University of British Columbia, delves into the intricacies and advancements in navigation for sinus and skull base surgery. --- This podcast is supported by: M…