BackTable Women's Health

Vulvovaginal disorders can be very complex to manage, and many OBGYNs struggle with diagnosis and treatment, especially if topical steroids don’t improve symptoms. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN Podcast, guest host Dr. Jessica Ritch welcomes Dr. Hope Haefner, a leading expert in women’s health, to discuss diagnosis and management of several vulvovaginal diseases. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR...

OBGYN Brief - Definition and Diagnosis of a Clinical UTI Cultures are key when it comes to managing UTIs. In this brief, Dr. Anne Cameron discusses the definitions, symptoms, prevalence, and management of urinary tract infections (UTIs). They delve into the differences between bladder infections and kidney infections, the importance of symptomatology along with bacterial evidence for proper diagno...

Women’s health has a history of being underfunded in the United States, leading many women to receive suboptimal care. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast, hosts Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Amy Park engage in a detailed discussion with Dr. Louise P. King, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, and Christopher Robertson, a law professor at Boston University, regarding the inequitable rei...

With contemporary treatment options, your female patients don’t have to live with urinary incontinence! In this crossover episode of BackTable Urology and OBGYN, host Dr. Suzette Sutherland from University of Washington interviews Dr. Sarah Boyles, a urogynecologist at The Oregon Clinic, regarding female urinary incontinence, its diagnostic criteria, and various treatment options to help improve q...

Often the first practical thing we’re taught in medical school is the importance of taking a thorough patient history. In this BackTable OBGYN Brief, Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Ted Lee bring us back to the basics and emphasize the importance of conducting a quality patient interview to elucidate symptoms of endometriosis. The physicians first explore the limitations and practicalities of patient sur...

In the modern era of rapid technological progress and AI, the medical community is abuzz with discussions on how medicine will change and how practice will adapt. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast, hosts Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Amy Park welcome Dr. Arnold Advincula, a leading figure in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, to discuss the evolution and impact of robotic surgery in t...

In this BackTable OBGYN Brief, Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Ted Lee discuss the clinical approach to diagnosing endometriosis through physical exam and imaging, and the collaborative surgical approach to treating it.  Dr. Lee explains the importance of detailed patient history and various examination techniques, including palpation and rectovaginal exams, to identify potential signs of endometriosis....

In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast, host Dr. Mark Hoffman is joined by MIGS specialist Dr. Uchenna Acholonu to discuss the intricacies of complex gynecologic surgeries, focusing particularly on handling large uteruses during total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH). --- SYNPOSIS The discussion begins with talk of the doctors’ practices and friendship. They then cover comprehensive patient...

In this BackTable OBGYN Brief, host Dr. Mark Hoffman interviews Dr. Jan Baekelandt from Belgium about vNOTES (vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery) incision placement to allow future vaginal deliveries and prevent dyspareunia.  First, Dr. Hoffman discusses the nuances of laparoscopy, particularly the preference for smaller incisions to reduce hernia rates and postoperative pain....

In this BackTable OBGYN Brief, host Dr. Mark Hoffman speaks with Dr. Jan Baekelandt about the specific challenges and complications associated with vNOTES, as well as contraindications to be mindful of. They discuss the nuances of uterine artery management and the benefits and risks of the Alexis ring, especially for hemostasis. The doctors go on to discuss contraindications for vNOTES, including...

Gynecologic oncology experts Dr. Matthew Powell from Washington University School of Medicine and Dr. Amanda Fader from Johns Hopkins Hospital discuss the increasing rates of endometrial cancer along with future directions of treatments and screenings. --- SYNPOSIS First, the physicians discuss trends in endometrial cancer rates and delve into the factors driving these trends, such as the obesity...

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. --- SYNPOSIS Their conversation covers the capabilities and benefits of using an AI-driven medical scribe that ensures HIPAA compliance, reduces physician burnout, and enhances patient interactions. Elie also shares his...

Hosts Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Amy Park invite Dr. Vadim Morozov, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, to discuss the applications and implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in gynecologic surgery both currently and in the future. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Morozov shares his insights on the basics of AI as well as how it is currently being used in medicine a...

In this BackTable OBGYN Brief, host Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Jan Baekelandt explore the benefits of vNOTES, especially in certain patient populations – obese patients, patients with a history of multiple abdominal surgeries, and those with a large uterus. Dr. Baekelandt highlights the aesthetic advantages of minimized scarring in vNOTES alongside clinical benefits such as reduced postoperative pai...

In this BackTable OBGYN Brief, host Dr. Mark Hoffman interviews Dr. Jan Baekelandt about the basics and history of vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (vNOTES), including its learning curve for surgeons. Dr. Baekelandt explains the benefits of performing gynecological operations through the vagina rather than the abdominal wall, allowing for quicker recovery and reduced invasiv...

This episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast features Dr. Barbara Levy, an OBGYN and seasoned expert in medical coding and reimbursement, discussing the nuances of medical billing, the process of creating medical codes, and how medical practices and expenses are valued differently. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR Cerene Cryotherapy https://cerene.com/healthcare-professionals/ --- SYNPOSIS Key topics from...

In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast, Drs. Kimberly (Kim) Kenton and Margaret (Maggie) Mueller discuss advancements in patient recovery guidelines, particularly after gynecologic surgeries. --- SYNPOSIS The discussion first covers the evolution of post-operative care protocols, emphasizing the lack of evidence behind traditional post-op restrictions and highlighting recent studies that s...

In this crossover episode of BackTable Urology and OBGYN, Dr. Suzette Sutherland interviews three urological/gynecologic innovators, Dr. Ali Haessler, Dr. Jay Shakuri-Rad, and Dr. Tova Weiss, who are all at different career stages and product development phases. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Tova Weiss, a urology resident at the University of Washington, discusses her development of a safer urinary catheter so...

This episode of BackTable OBGYN features an extensive discussion with Dr. Keith Isaacson, a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, regarding the complexities of diagnosing and treating adenomyosis, emphasizing surgery, medical treatments, and research in the field. Dr. Isaacson describes the pivots in the field’s understanding of adenomyosis and endometriosis, including the impa...

This episode features host Dr. Mark Hoffman and guest Dr. Jessica Ritch as they discuss the lack of menopause education and research during medical training, and the necessity for practitioners to learn more about menopausal symptoms and management strategies. The episode begins with Dr. Ritch, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, describing her path into menopause care, including the develop...

In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, renowned reproductive endocrinologist and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon Dr. Charles (Chuck) Miller delves into the topic of isthmoceles, a common yet often overlooked complication of C-sections, and shares his best practices for repair. Dr. Miller shares his extensive experience in diagnosing and treating isthmoceles, discussing various surgical techniq...

In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN Podcast, hosts Dr. Mark Hoffman and Dr. Amy Park discuss how cultivating an effective team culture in surgery can mitigate complications. The physicians emphasize that how surgical teams treat each other can significantly affect patient outcomes. They suggest under-promising and over-delivering to patients, their family, and members of the surgical team. The...

In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, host Dr. Mark Hoffman engages in a comprehensive discussion with Dr. Jorge Carrillo, a MIGS specialist at the Orlando VA Healthcare System and Site Director for the UCF/HCA Healthcare OB/GYN Residency Program, about the complexities of chronic pelvic pain from the perspective of a biopsychosocial model. The conversation dwells mostly on the intricate relationshi...