BackTable Vascular & Interventional

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? --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR RADPAD® Radiation Protection https://www.radpad.com/ --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/MWOHi5 --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr. Robert Ryu and our ho...

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! --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, our co-hosts Dr. Tim Yates and Dr. Aaron Fritts invite Dr. Leah Houston, founder an...

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. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr. Blake Parsons and our host Dr. Chris Beck discuss access sites for prostate artery embolization, along with advice for visualizing pelvic anatomy, procedural tips, and po...

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. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn...

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. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr. Ravi Srinivasa, Dr. Jeff Chick, and our host Dr. Michael Barraza discuss the SpyGlass Direct Visualiz...

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. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr. Ari Isaacson, Dr. Sandeep Bagla, and our host Dr. Michael Barraza discuss the evolution of...

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. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, neurointerventional s...

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! --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, radiology marketing director Dianne Keen and our host Dr. Aaron Fritts delve into effective...

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. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/Hv2gx0 --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, vascular surgeon Dr....

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. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr. Eric Therasse, an author of the recent JVIR article titled “Safety and Efficacy of Paclitaxel-Eluting Balloon Angioplasty for Dysfunctional Hemodialysis Access...

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. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, serial entrepreneur Dr. Mahmood Razavi and our host Dr. Bryan Hartley discuss factors to consider when starting a medical technology company, steps of the innovation process, and fundraising strateg...

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. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, vascular access surgeon Dr. Ari Kramer and our host Dr. Chris Beck discuss the creation, management, and salvage of AV fistulas and grafts. Dr. Kramer describes the referral pat...

Dr. Sabeen Dhand talks with Dr. Lorenzo Patrone about how to be your best at giving an amazing, engaging presentation. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/rN9SC1 --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, interventional radiologists Dr. Lorenzo Patrone and Dr. Sabeen Dhand discuss their best tips for creating and delivering qu...

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. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/2JujFM --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, interventional radiologist Dr. Rakesh Ahuja and our host Dr. Michael Barraza continue the BackTable...

We chat with MedSchoolCoach Founder Dr. Sahil Mehta and 1st Year IR Resident Dr. Elias Farah about what inspired them to go into IR, and advice on getting into the specialty via the existing training pathways. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, interventional radiologist Dr. Sahil Mehta, integrated DR/IR resident Dr. Elias Farah, and our host Dr. Aaron Fritts continue the BackTable Trainee Series by...

We talk with IR Resident Dr. Jeff Bodner and Emory IR Program Director Dr. Bill Majdalany about the current IR training pathways and what it takes to get in these days! --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, interventional radiology (IR) program director Dr. Bill Majdalany, integrated IR resident Dr. Jeff Bodner, and our host Dr. Chris Beck continue the BackTable Trainee Series by discussing the IR resid...

We talk with Dr. Daryl Goldman, an IR resident at Mount Sinai Health System, about what it takes to "crush" your Interventional Radiology Rotation as a medical student, as well as what makes for a great educational experience from the resident and attending side. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, interventional radiology resident Dr. Daryl Goldman and our host Dr. Aaron Fritts launch our BackTable T...

We talk with Dr. Christopher Pittman to better understand Management Services Organizations (MSOs) and what they can do for your practice. We also get the 101 on Value-Based Care payment models. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, interventional radiologist and vein treatment expert Dr. Chris Pittman and our host Dr. Aaron Fritts discuss the structure and benefits of management services organizations...

Bryan Hartley talks with Neurosurgeon Dr. Chris Mansi about the origin story of Viz.ai, a company using Artificial Intelligence to Shorten Time to Treatment and Improve Access to Care for Stroke Patients. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, neurosurgeon and co-founder/CEO of Viz.ai, Dr. Chris Mansi, and our host Dr. Bryan Hartley discuss the use of AI technology to detect large vessel occlusion (LVO)...

Dr. Sabeen Dhand chats with Interventional Radiologist Shankar Rajeswaran from Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago about a novel minimally invasive treatment of unicameral and aneurysmal bone cysts. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/PzYQjW --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, pediatric interventional radiologist Dr. S...

We talk with radiologic technologists Andrew Struchen and Alisha Hawrylack about current training pathways for Vascular and Interventional Technologists, the importance of respect at work and in the lab, as well as key factors in recruiting and retaining top notch A-team technologists. --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://ear...

We talk with Vascular Surgeon Jim Melton and Interventional Radiologist Blake Parsons about several key pieces to success in the Outpatient (OBL/ASC) setting, including partnerships, staffing, and case selection. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Accountable Physician Advisors http://www.accountablephysicianadvisors.com/ Accountable Revenue Cycle Solutions https://www.accountablerevcycle.com/ --- EARN CM...

We talk with Interventional Radiologist and Philips Chief Medical Officer Atul Gupta about his path from the interventional suite to the boardroom, and how physicians can work with device companies to innovate and make big impact changes in healthcare. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr. Bryan Hartley discusses the intersection of IR practice and medical device innovation with Dr. Atul Gupta, inte...

Interventional Radiologist Christopher Beck talks with Hepatologist Parvez Mantry about the management of Portal Hypertension and Ascites, and the importance of multi-disciplinary collaborative care for these patients. --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, hepatologist Dr. Parvez Mantry joins our host Dr. Christopher Beck to discuss portal hypertension and ascites, two complications that arise from live...

It's Senior Year at TIPS University with Dr. Emmett Lynskey talking us through his Gunsight technique for TIPS placement, as well as how to perform a safe closure of splenic access. Don't miss the first three parts of the series as well! --- EARN CME Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs: https://earnc.me/MThuo7 --- SHOW NOTES In this episode, Dr....