BackTable Vascular & Interventional

The BackTable Podcast is a resource for interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and other interventional and endovascular specialists to learn tips, techniques, and the ins and outs of the devices in their cabinets. Listen on BackTable.com or on the streaming platform of your choice. You can also visit www.BackTable.com to browse our open access, physician-catered knowledge center for all things vascular and interventional; now featuring practice tools, procedure walkthroughs, and expert guidance on more than 40 endovascular procedures.

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Ep. 160 BRTO: Beyond the Basics with Dr. Saher ...
Dr. Aparna Baheti talks with Dr. Saher Sabri from MedStar Georgetown University Hospital about his approach to Balloon-occluded retrograde transvenous obliteration (BRTO) for portal hypertension, including advanced tips and tricks.
48 min
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Ep. 159 Renal Ablation Technique and Devices wi...
Dr. Nainesh Parikh from Moffitt Cancer Center discusses his approach to ablation of small renal masses, including workup, technique, and device selection. He also tells us why he has the best job ever!
53 min
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Ep. 158 Microwave Ablation for Liver Lesions wi...
Dr. Christopher Beck talks with Dr. Driss Raissi about his approach to Microwave Ablation of Liver Lesions, including workup, technique, and tips and tricks for a successful ablation treatment.
60 min
329
Ep. 157 Lung Biopsies Part II: Pleural and Pare...
In Part II of our Lung Biopsy Series Dr. Fred Lee and Dr. Christopher Beck discuss Pleural and Parenchymal Blood Patching to prevent Pneumothorax, including results of the recent JVIR article from Sept 2021.
44 min
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Ep. 156 Percutaneous Lung Biopsies Part I: The ...
We start off Part 1 of a 2 part series with Dr. Fred Lee discussing Percutaneous Lung Biopsy Technique, with tips and tricks to help your daily practice.
47 min
331
Ep. 155 The Butterfly Story: An Interview with ...
We talk with Vascular Surgeon John Martin about his entrepreneurial journey to becoming CMO of Butterfly Network, Inc., and their mission to revolutionize medical imaging and medical education.
55 min
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Ep. 154 Discussing the Complications Survey Res...
The BackTable hosts get together to discuss the results of the recent complications survey, including some stories from the audience as well some of their own experiences.
47 min
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Ep. 153 Mediport Placement with Dr. Chris Beck
Dr. Christopher Beck and Dr. Aaron Fritts discuss the Mediport placement procedure, including differences in technique (tie-down vs snug pocket), tips and tricks, and avoiding complications.
49 min
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Ep. 152 Treating Vascular Anomalies with Dr. Al...
We talk with Dr. Alex Barnacle about her approach to the workup of Vascular Anomalies, including the importance of correct nomenclature and multidisciplinary teams for accurate diagnosis and long-term success.
64 min
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Ep. 151 Innovation MD: An Interview with Dr. Da...
We talk with Dr. David Liu about the life cycle of innovation projects, developing ideas strategically, and his mentorship work with Creative Destruction Lab.
46 min
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Edición Esp: Inclusión de la Comunidad Latina e...
Nuestro primer episodio de Backtable en español está aquí. Las doctoras Gloria Salazar y Gina Landinez discuten COVID, las demandas médicas y endovasculres de nuestra población Iberoamericana y como convertir un ”no” en un “si".
37 min
337
Ep. 150 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Dr. R...
We talk with Dr. Robert Ryu about Imposter Syndrome. What is it, why is it so common in medicine, and how do we effectively deal with it?
34 min
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Ep. 149 Blockchain MD: Healthcare Applications ...
We talk with Dr. Leah Houston, founder of HPEC, about the healthcare applications of Blockchain Technology and Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI), including the importance of giving physicians control over their own professional digital identity. Thank you to Dr. Tim Yates for co-hosting!
46 min
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Ep. 148 Radial vs Femoral for Prostate Artery E...
We talk with Dr. Blake Parsons about his approach to Radial vs. Femoral access for Prostate Artery Embolization for BPH, including patient selection, device considerations, and practice pearls.
48 min
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Ep. 147 Passion Projects and Entrepreneurship w...
We talk with Dr. Sahil Mehta, founder of MedSchoolCoach, about how a side gig as an MCAT and med school tutor scaled up into a successful business. We also talk about the importance of passion projects of all types and sizes in preventing burnout, and avoiding "analysis paralysis" when it comes to starting a new business.
46 min
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Ep. 146 Spyglass Interventions with Dr. Ravi Sr...
Interventional Radiologists Dr. Jeffrey Chick and Dr. Ravi Srinivasa tell us all about the latest and greatest in Spyglass Interventions, including how and where they're being used for lithotripsy, as well as upcoming training opportunities for those interested.
28 min
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Ep. 145 The History (and Future) of the STREAM ...
We talk with STREAM meeting founders Dr. Ari Isaacson and Dr. Sandeep Bagla about its origin story, as well as what they have planned at STREAM 2021 for docs who want to learn Prostate Artery Embolization, Musculoskeletal Embolizations, and new techniques for Pain Therapy.
39 min
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Ep. 144 Direct Aspiration vs Co-Aspiration for ...
Dr. Sabeen Dhand talks with Dr. Blaise Baxter and Dr. Satoshi Tateshima about direct aspiration vs. co-aspiration technique when treating ischemic stroke. In this first episode of a multi-part series covering treatment of ischemic stroke they discuss radial vs. femoral approach, anatomic considerations, and tips and tricks with both techniques.
44 min
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Ep. 143 Better Marketing Strategies with Dianne...
We chat with seasoned Marketing Director Dianne Keen about the strategies that are helping doctors build sustainable practices, add service lines, and work toward patient-centered collaborative care with referring providers. Listen to learn about Dianne's "Trifecta" approach!
47 min
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Ep. 142 Type B Aortic Dissections with Dr. Fran...
Interventional Radiologist Sabeen Dhand talks with Vascular Surgeon Frank Arko about endovascular treatment of Type B Aortic Dissections (TBAD), including patient selection, appropriate sizing, and complications to avoid.
48 min
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Ep. 141 DEB vs. Balloon Angioplasty Alone for D...
Dr. Eric Therasse discusses the results of a randomized clinical trial demonstrating benefit of drug eluting balloon (DEB) over balloon angioplasty alone in treatment of Dysfunctional Hemodialysis Access.
51 min
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Ep. 140 Starting a MedTech Company 101 with Dr....
Bryan Hartley talks with physician entrepreneur Dr. Mahmood Razavi about the essential elements of successfully starting a medtech company, as well as pitfalls to avoid.
54 min
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Ep. 139 AV Fistula and Graft Maintenance with D...
We talk with Vascular Access Surgeon Ari Kramer about AV Fistula and Graft Maintenance in dialysis patients from creation to long-term care, as well as tips and tricks for treating stenoses.
59 min
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Ep. 138 From the Angio Suite to the Podium- How...
Dr. Sabeen Dhand talks with Dr. Lorenzo Patrone about how to be your best at giving an amazing, engaging presentation.
35 min
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Ep. 137 Road to Becoming a Y90 Authorized User ...
Dr. Rakesh Ahuja walks us through the Pathway to Becoming a Y-90 Authorized user as a Resident, as well as the standard post-training pathway.
24 min