BackTable ENT

The BackTable ENT Podcast is a resource for otolaryngologists to learn tips, techniques, and practical advice on all things ear, nose, and throat. Tune in to the BackTable ENT Podcast every week for candid conversations about rhinology, laryngology, otology, and head and neck surgery.

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Ep. 70 Quality in Otolaryngology: Why Is It Imp...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Kutz interview Dr. Marc Bennett, a Vanderbilt University ENT professor, about the importance of quality improvement, and initiatives and tips for quality initiative research.
34 min
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Ep. 69 Balloon Dilation of the Eustachian Tube ...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Seilesh Babu discuss Eustachian tube dysfunction and balloon dilation as a therapeutic option.
51 min
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Ep. 68 In-Office Procedures for Nasal Valve Obs...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah speak with Dr. Mary Ashmead, a Dallas/Fort Worth based rhinologist (Texas Ear, Nose, & Throat Specialists) about in-office procedures for nasal valve obstruction.
72 min
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Ep. 67 Complementary and Integrative Medicine i...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Walter Kutz talk with Dr. Michael Seidman, an AdventHealth neurotologist with a unique interest in complementary and integrative medicine (CIM), about his holistic health approach to treating ENT-related disorders and his supplement company, PEAK 365 Nutrition.
56 min
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Ep. 66 From Weird to Wonderful: An Interview wi...
In this episode, Drs. Aaron Fritts and Eric Gantwerker interview Dr. Tamir Wolf, a trauma surgeon and founder of Theator, an artificial intelligence company that links intraoperative decision making with patient outcomes.
41 min
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Ep. 65 Lifestyle Medicine in Otolaryngology wit...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan discuss the role of lifestyle medicine and non-pharmacological therapy in otolaryngology with Dr. Jessica Lee, a general ENT who is certified in lifestyle medicine.
56 min
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Ep. 64 Better Neck Health with Dr. Gerry Mattia
In this special crossover BackTable episode, Dr. Aaron Fritts and Dr. Julie Wei talk with Dr. Gerry Mattia, Chiropractor and Director of Rehabilitation of ViscoGen Clinic in Orlando, Florida.
51 min
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Ep. 63 Evaluation and Management of Nasal Valve...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Agan and Dr. Shah discuss nasal valve collapse and repair with Dr. Moustafa Mourad, a New York City-based facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon.
52 min
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Ep. 62 The Challenges of a Dual Physician House...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Varun Varadarajan and Dr. Gopi Shah discuss their personal advice and stories of navigating the challenges of a dual physician household with Dr. Bill Collins, chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology at the University of Florida College of Medicine.
84 min
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Ep. 61 The Ins and Outs of Ear Tubes
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah discuss the complications of ear tubes and differences in adult and pediatric ear tube management.
51 min
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Ep. 60 Otologic Manifestations of Migraine with...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Walter Kutz interviews otologist Dr. Hamid Djalilian about the link between the hearing/vestibular disorders and migraines.
49 min
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Ep. 59 Feeding Difficulties in Adults with Ther...
Theresa Richard, SLP educates us on the best approach to evaluating the adult patient with swallowing difficulty, including the importance and challenges of obtaining high quality assessments, and recommendations for therapy.
65 min
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Ep. 58 Mentorship for Wellness with Dr. Julie Wei
In this episode we talk with Dr. Julie Wei about what it means to connect with a mentor, the challenges of finding the right fit, and how mentoring relationships will grow and change throughout our career and undoubtedly contribute to overall wellness.
67 min
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Ep. 57 Locums Opportunities in ENT with Dr. All...
We talk with Dr. Allison Royer about locums opportunities for otolaryngologists, why locums is becoming more popular amongst ENTs, and how to get started as a locums physician.
36 min
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Ep. 56 Associazione Naso Sano: A Global Educati...
We talk Naso Sano Associazione founder Puya Dehgani Mobaraki about the importance of connecting with Otolaryngologists around the world for education, how social media has made this possible, and the impact of listening to the needs of the future generation.
51 min
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Ep. 55 CEO/Founder of Dr. Noze Best to Brussel ...
In this episode Dr. Eric Gantwerker talks with Dr. Steve Goudy about the importance of finding and thoroughly researching pain points for patients and their families, to then drive innovative solutions.
60 min
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Ep. 54 Keeping up with Technology for In-Office...
We talk with Dr. Ashley Sikand and Dr. Brian Weeks about performing In-Office Sinus procedures, including differences in technique, and keeping up with the latest technologies.
52 min
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Ep. 53 Financial Basics from the White Coat Inv...
Special guest The White Coat Investor James M. Dahle talks with Christopher Beck about where physicians can start when it comes to Financial Literacy, including common financial mistakes docs make when start practicing, a primer on mortgage rates, and tips on insurance.
58 min
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Ep. 52 Comprehensive Management of Adult OSA wi...
In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah talks with Miami-based otolaryngologist Dr. Carlos Torre (Sleep, Snoring & Sinus Clinic of Florida) about his journey to building an adult sleep practice and management of sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea and insomnia.
53 min
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Ep. 51 Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Adult ...
In this episode we talk with Dr. Matthew Hensler about Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for treating Adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), including how he learned the procedure, patient selection, procedure tips, and advice on building a successful program.
49 min
121
Centering the Conversation Around Health Equity...
In this episode Dr. Kumar and Dr. Bennett discuss various levels of racism found in healthcare, and share allegories of racism as outlined by Dr. Camara P Jones, including the gardener's tale.
45 min
122
Ep. 50 Building a Solo Practice with Dr. Reena ...
In this episode we talk with Reena Mehta, MD about her experiences building a solo Allergy practice from scratch, including finding a space, staffing, essential equipment, and a successful marketing strategy.
51 min
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Ep. 49 Building Centers of Excellence for Pedia...
All-star panel Daniel Chelius, Jeff C Rastatter, and Anthony Sheyn discuss the challenges and importance of building Centers of Excellence for Pediatric Head and Neck Cancer.
44 min
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Ep. 48 Feeding Difficulties in Infants with Ash...
In this Episode Dr. Gopi Shah talks with Ashley Brown SLP about how to approach the infant with feeding difficulties, including common causes and workup, therapeutic options, and the importance of family counseling and education.
45 min
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Ep. 47 Mavericks as Innovators: How Daring Lead...
In this episode, pediatric airway surgeon Dr. Michael Rutter and our host Dr. Eric Gantwerker discuss risk-taking and effective market analysis in entrepreneurship.
78 min