Best Interventional Radiology Podcasts (2025)

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

4d ago31:56

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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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#177 Interventional Radiology (IR) 101: 5 Pearls Segment 43:53

20d ago43:53

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🔹When is an U/S vs. CT vs. MRI helpful before consulting Interventional Radiology? 🔹What factors go into an IR pre-op evaluation? 🔹 When do drains go in, and when do they come out? 🔹 When a patient has trouble with a drain, what are things you can do before calling IR? 🔹 What does outpatient IR follow up entail, and what does a capping trial of PCN…

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Ep. 549 Liquid Embolics: Practical Applications and Techniques with Dr. Gary Siskin 50:13

10h ago50:13

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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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#178 Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM): 5 Pearls Segment 33:34

1d ago33:34

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🔹What are clinically relevant limitations of an A1c vs. a CGM (1:40) 🔹What do the different parts of the ambulatory glucose profile tell you? (09:59) 🔹What are common pitfalls, medications, lifestyle patterns that are important to ask your patient about when seeing them for a visit to manage blood sugar? (15:19) 🔹 How can you titrate insulin based …

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May 2025 Author Spotlight 21:55

4d ago21:55

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Dr. Vilanilam welcomes Dr. Samantha L. Pisani Petrucci for a discussion of her paper Assessing the Diagnostic Value of Brain White Matter Hyperintensities and Clinical Symptoms in Predicting the Detection of CSF-Venous Fistula in Patients with Suspected Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension, published in the May issue of AJNR. (21:54)…

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May 2025 Article Summaries 25:19

4d ago25:19

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Dr. Vilanilam and Dr. Hiatt review some of the highlights of the May issue of AJNR. Be sure to visit our website to watch the video version of this podcast. (25:18)

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Update Course 2024 - AI: TOP 10 websites & tools for everyday usage 23:58

5d ago23:58

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This year was the 12th Annual Pediatric Surgery Update Course, where top hospital experts from around the world discussed this year’s changes in practices and innovation. Rewatch the event to learn more about the future of pediatric surgery and be at the forefront of medical excellence. In this clip, Drs. Em Gootee, Ramy Shaaban, Carlos Colunga, wi…

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321 - St. Luke's Heart & Vascular Center Expansion Phase 3 (Justin McDonald) 8:30

6d ago8:30

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Send us a text Justin McDonald, St. Luke's Heart & Vascular Services director, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss the progress of St. Luke’s $25 million dollar Heart and Vascular expansion and the final phase that’s underway. To learn more about the project and about heart care services at St. Luke’s Hospital, visit unitypoint.org/cr-heart. Do you have a …

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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

7d ago54:15

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

11d ago1:01:00

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Journal of Pediatric Surgery Article Review: 1st Quarter (Jan-Mar) 2025 20:39

12d ago20:39

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We are back with another episode of our Journal of Pediatric Surgery article review podcast. This time we have three publications from the first quarter of 2025, January, February and March issues. This time we're talking to editors Drs. Romeo Ignacio, Patrick Chung and Mark Davenport joined by authors Drs. Oluyinka Olutoye, Howard Jen, Jordan Rook…

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Episode 64: IRs in focus: WIR Champion Award winner Maureen P. Kohi, MD, FSIR 38:57

12d ago38:57

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Send us a text "The best quote that I still say (and I say it to my son all the time) is as Ernie says, 'Not every day can be the best day of your life.' And it's so true. So, if you're having a bad day, Ernie Ring said ... it's okay." —Maureen P. Kohi, MD, FSIR, recipient of the WIR Champion Award In this episode, host Natosha N. Monfore, DO, spea…

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Analgesia for Minimally Invasive Major Abdominal Surgery 18:00

13d ago18:00

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Dr Katrina Pirie is an anaesthetist who is currently completing a PhD on analgesia for abdominal surgery. She joins us to discuss her research, with a focus on intrathecal opioids for minimally invasive surgery.By Dr. Katrina Pirie

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JVIR audio abstracts: June 2025 19:36

14d ago19:36

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Send us a text This recording features audio versions of June 2025 Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) abstracts: Comparison of Bypass Surgery versus Endovascular Interventions for Peripheral Artery Disease through Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Read The Incidence and Consequences of Endovasc…

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

15d ago40:17

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

19d ago36:16

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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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Quick Literature Updates Ep 19 4:35

19d ago4:35

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We’re back with nineteenth episode of "Quick Literature Updates" the podcast series that delivers the latest updates in pediatric surgery literature in a quick and digestible format. In each episode, we review articles covering the most interesting and relevant topics in the field. These articles are either chosen by JPS editors or our collaborator…

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JVIR AI audio 2: Using voxel-based dosimetry to evaluate sphere concentration and tumor dose in hepatocellular carcinoma 4:57

20d ago4:57

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Send us a text In this Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) audio episode, JVIR blog Editor Peter Li, MD, MS, uses artificial intelligence (AI) platform ElevenLabs to produce a podcast discussion on the November 2024 JVIR paper, "Using Voxel-Based Dosimetry to Evaluate Sphere Concentration and Tumor Dose in Hepatocellular Carcino…

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320 - St. Luke's Marion ER Trauma Designation (Craig Liscum, MSN, RN) 14:06

21d ago14:06

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Send us a text Craig Liscum, MSN, RN, St. Luke's Trauma Coordinator, joins Dr. Arnold to discuss St. Luke's Marion ER Level 4 trauma certification and what it means for patients receiving care. To learn more about emergency services at St. Luke's Hospital, visit https://www.unitypoint.org/locations/unitypoint-health---st-lukes-hospital-marion-emerg…

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

22d ago47:58

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

26d ago58:23

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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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Colorectal Quiz: Episode 47 - Megarectosigmoid 22:30

26d ago22:30

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In this episode of the Colorectal Quiz, Drs. Marc Levitt, Jason Frischer, and special guests Dr. Chris Gayer and Dr. Sarah Ulrich tackle the complexities of managing megarectosigmoid in a 13-year-old patient with a history of cloaca. They explore the intricacies of diagnosis, anatomy, and long-term management for a child struggling with soiling des…

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Episode 63: At the forefront of innovation | Guest: Dr. Wilfrido R. Castaneda-Zuniga 39:06

27d ago39:06

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Send us a text "We had no tools. We just had to improvise. In a way, like you said, that was what made us think, 'How can I do this?' Because you had no tools, you had to think of ways to use what you had available to do procedures that otherwise you wouldn't have been able to do back then." —Wilfrido R. Castaneda-Zuniga, MD, FSIR, on innovation in…

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

29d ago52:34

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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

1M ago1:12:54

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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

1M ago1:03:59

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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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Update Course Rewind: Autofluorescence & ICG Angiography in Thyroid Surgery 2024 6:36

1M ago6:36

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In this 2024 Update Course Rewind session, pediatric surgeons Dr. Justin Huntington and Dr. Ben Ham explore the emerging use of autofluorescence and ICG angiography during thyroid surgery. These imaging technologies are helping identify and assess parathyroid gland perfusion, with the goal of reducing hypocalcemia and improving long-term outcomes—e…

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319 - New Clinician Spotlight: Dr. Nicole Gensicke 13:47

1M ago13:47

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Send us a text Dr. Nicole Gensicke, a new vascular surgeon with St. Luke’s and Physicians’ Clinic of Iowa Vascular Surgery program, joins Dr. Arnold to talk about her background, clinical and personal interests, what led her to PCI and UnityPoint Health and much more. Patients experiencing vein issues may call (319) 368-8346 to schedule an appointm…

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#176 Constipation Medications: 5 Pearls Segment 39:43

1M ago39:43

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🔹 High-yield reversible causes of constipation? (02:26) 🔹 Which type of fiber is more helpful? And is more hydration really better? And bulk-forming laxatives (9:03) 🔹 Osmotic vs Stimulant Laxatives (15:06) 🔹 Suppositories and enemas? (25:39) 🔹Best practices with opioid induced constipation (34:05) 📌 Sponsor: Freed is an AI scribe that listens and …

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

1M ago1:07:37

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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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Multidisciplinary Perioperative Medical Service 33:22

1M ago33:22

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In 2024 Alfred Health launched an innovative multidisciplinary Perioperative Medical Service to improve the care of surgical patients. In this podcast we talk to Nadine Laurent and Stephanie Jinks, Clinical Nurse Consultants on the Perioperative Service, about the pivotal role nursing staff play as part of the perioperative team.…

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

1M ago1:10:43

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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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April 2025 Author Spotlight 16:56

1M ago16:56

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Dr. Vivek Yedavalli returns this month, along with Dr. Hamza Adel Salim to share insights on their papers Association of Pretreatment Perfusion Imaging Parameters With 90-Day Excellent Functional Outcomes in Anterior Circulation Distal Medium Vessel Occlusion Stroke and Hypoperfusion Intensity Ratio Less Than 0.4 Is Associated with Favorable Outcom…

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April 2025 Article Summaries 21:20

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Dr. Hiatt and Dr. Vilanilam share highlights and commentary from the April issue of AJNR. Be sure to visit our website to watch the video version of this podcast. (21:19)

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Update Course Rewind: Vascular Trauma Management 2024 5:05

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In this 2024 Update Course Rewind, pediatric surgeons Drs. Regan Williams and Katie Russell share new updates on the management of thoracic aortic injuries. Classified as a “Black Diamond” practice—indicating unproven approaches for early adopters—this session reviews how Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR) is emerging as a less invasive an…

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JVIR audio abstracts: May 2025 14:43

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Send us a text This recording features audio versions of May 2025 Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) abstracts: Recurrent Portal Hypertension after Liver Transplant: Impact on Survival and the Role of Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Creation in Management Read Nontarget Hemangioma Size Reduction after Bleomycin–Et…

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

1M ago39:36

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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

1M ago1:26:54

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

2M ago45:38

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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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Colorectal Quiz: Episode 46 - Hirschsprung Disease 30:01

2M ago30:01

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In this episode of the Colorectal Quiz, Drs. Marc Levitt, Jason Frischer, Kristy Rialon, and Lily Cheng explore the diagnostic and surgical challenges of Hirschsprung disease, featuring a neonatal patient with Trisomy 21. Through a step-by-step case discussion, they highlight how early recognition, biopsy strategy, and patient-specific surgical pla…

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