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. 462 IVC Filter Retrieval: Tips and Techniqu...
In this episode of the Back Table Podcast, interventional radiologist Dr. Noor Ahmad discusses his algorithm for complex inferior vena cava (IVC) filter retrievals and reviews several cases that utilize various retrieval tools.
44 min
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Ep. 461 Advanced Radial to Peripheral Intervent...
Dr. Sameh Sayfo discusses advanced techniques in radial to peripheral (R2P) interventions, the importance of having multiple techniques, the role of different devices, troubleshooting tips, and the evolving landscape of R2P interventions. Dr. Sayfo is an interventional cardiologist at the Baylor Heart Hospital, and serves as program director for the endovascular fellowship and pulmonary embolism response team (PERT) program.
57 min
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Ep. 460 What is POTS and Orthostatic Flow Syndr...
Dr. Ally Baheti interviews interventional radiologist Dr. Steven Smith about his insights into venous orthostatic flow dysfunction and its association with multisystem disorders.
45 min
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Ep. 459 Transitioning from Academia to Private ...
Dr. Jafar Golzarian shares his experiences with co-founding an outpatient-based lab (OBL), obtaining the right equipment, handling staffing, negotiating with insurance companies, and marketing his new practice.
48 min
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Ep. 458 AI Scribes: Enhancing Patient and Physi...
Dr. Aditya Bagrodia sits down with Elie Toubiana, founder and CEO of ScribeMD.ai, to discuss the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical documentation.
43 min
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Ep. 457 Sacroplasty II: Technique, Pearls, and ...
Dr. Jacob Fleming and Dr. Douglas Beall dive into the intricacies of sacroplasty, including considerations for selecting cement volume, efficacy of small versus large needles, and biomechanics of the pelvis.
40 min
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Ep. 456 Sacroplasty I: Principles and New Data ...
Dr. Jacob Fleming and Dr. Douglas Beall discuss the challenges and advancements in treating sacral insufficiency fractures (SIF), the importance of real-world data in evaluating treatment efficacy, and the need to increase awareness of sacral fractures and sacroplasty.
51 min
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Ep. 455 Evolving TIPS Procedures Using New Tool...
Dr. Dylan Suttle and Dr. Harris Chengazi delve into the advancements in transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedures, highlighting the significant reduction in procedural time and improvements in outcomes due to the introduction of Intracardiac Echo (ICE) and the Scorpion Portal Vein Access Series.
72 min
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Ep. 454 Moral Injury in Interventional Radiolog...
In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Ally Baheti discusses the concept of moral injury with Dr. Mina Makary from Ohio State University and Dr. Jeff Chick from the University of Washington. The conversation focuses on their recent study published in Academic Radiology, which employed a survey to analyze prevalence of moral injury, factors contributing to its occurrence, and strategies to address it.
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Ep. 453 Thoracentesis Best Practices with Dr. P...
In this episode, Dr. Paul Lewis discusses best practices for thoracentesis. He shares insights on using image guidance, managing complex effusions, and managing complications such as pneumothorax and hemothorax. Dr. Lewis is an interventional radiologist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
53 min
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Ep. 452 The 'Woundosome' Concept with Dr. Loren...
In this episode, Dr. Ally Baheti interviews interventional radiologist Dr. Lorenzo Patrone about his recent multidisciplinary editorial entitled "The 'Woundosome' Concept and Its Impact on Procedural Outcomes in Patients With Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia.”
29 min
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Ep. 451 Comprehensive DVT Care: CLOUT Study Imp...
In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, vascular surgeon Dr. Nicolas Mouawad and interventional radiologist Dr. Raja Ramaswamy share their insights on the changing landscape of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) management, steps of mechanical thrombectomy, and current research on DVT interventions.
57 min
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Ep. 450 The Hidden Struggles: Supporting Mental...
Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions about suicide. In this episode of the BackTable podcast, interventional radiologist Dr. Jenanan Vairavamurthy shares about the tragic loss of his physician brother to suicide and discusses his own mental health journey. He highlights the immense pressures and challenges that medical training and practice impose on providers.
42 min
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Ep. 449 Percutaneous Transmural Arterial Bypass...
In this episode, interventional cardiologist Dr. Peter Soukas joins us to discuss percutaneous transmural arterial bypass (PTAB) using the DETOUR system, a novel percutaneous treatment for extensive and complex blockages in the superficial femoral artery (SFA).
38 min
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Ep. 448 Below the Ankle Expertise: Distal Pedal...
In this episode, Dr. Marta Lobato explores advanced endovascular techniques in below the knee (BTK) and below the ankle (BTA) interventions for critical limb ischemia (CLI). She introduces various skills that were developed and used by her team, such as the telescopic needle, buddy needle, balloon-assisted puncture, and vasodilation to prevent artery spasm.
44 min
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Ep. 447 Exploring GAE: Clinical Insights and Ou...
In this episode, Dr. Mark Little shares his insights about genicular artery embolization (GAE), implications for patients with knee osteoarthritis, possible applications in other MSK interventions, and the importance of research for advancing the field.
50 min
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Ep. 446 Más Allá del Coil: El Bienestar del Int...
Sumérjase en una discusión profunda sobre la salud mental en el intervencionismo médico, en la que expertos comparten sus viajes y conocimientos personales.
33 min
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Ep. 445 Inside the IR Suite: A clinician's own ...
In this episode, Dr. Jason Hoffmann shares his harrowing personal experience as a patient with massive portal vein thrombosis - recounting the onset of his symptoms, the subsequent diagnosis, treatment, and recovery, all occurring while he was on-call for his own hospital. Dr. Hoffmann is an interventional radiologist and educator at NYU Langone Health.
30 min
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Ep. 444 Género, Embarazo y Exposición a Radiaci...
En este episodio de BackTable la Dra. Maite Velázquez, hemodinamista del Hospital 12 de Octubre de Madrid, aborda el creciente porcentaje de mujeres que ingresan en el campo de la medicina y, en comparación, el escaso porcentaje de mujeres entre los profesionales que trabajan en entornos con radiación ocupacional, como la radiología vascular intervencionista, hemodinámica o cirugía vascular.
37 min
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Ep. 443 Innovative Approaches in Radial to Peri...
In this episode, Dr. Amit Srivastava discusses the transformation of peripheral interventional practices through radial access techniques, emphasizing reduced complication rates, the extensive range of devices now available, and the option for same-day discharge.
37 min
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Ep. 442 The Gender Gap in IR: Progress and Chal...
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Lamparello discusses the strides and challenges in achieving gender equity in interventional radiology (IR), sharing insights from her research on gender disparities in IR, and revealing how women currently comprise a significantly low percentage of the IR workforce compared to men despite equal numbers of male and female medical students.
41 min
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Ep. 441 Chilling Solutions: Cryoneurolysis in C...
In this episode, Dr. Aron Chary provides an in-depth look into endovascular and minimally invasive treatments for pain management, specifically focusing on cryoneurolysis. He shares his experience of implementing the technology for both benign and malignant conditions in an independent private practice setting.
57 min
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Ep. 440 Ultrasound’s Role in Endoleak Monitorin...
In this episode, Dr. David Guez discusses the advancements in contrast enhanced ultrasound, its application in detecting endoleaks, and his journey of learning and applying this modality from residency to his current practice.
30 min
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Ep. 439 Navigating the Aftermath: Change Health...
In this episode, guest host Dr. Krishna Mannava interviews Dr. Bob Tahara about the significant multilevel impacts, ripple effects, and fallout of cyberattacks on the healthcare industry, specifically covering the recent cyberattack that targeted major clearinghouse, Change Healthcare.
40 min
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Ep. 438 Creative Solutions to OBL Misadventures...
In this episode, Dr. Omar Saleh and Dr. Mike Watts discuss the challenging aspects of vascular interventions in the OBL setting, focusing on ‘oh $#!%’ moments and how to address various complications. Both Dr. Saleh and Dr. Watts are vascular and interventional radiologist, practicing in Southern California and New Jersey, respectively.
52 min