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Mitigating Orthopedic Strain & Radiation Effects: Best Practices in the Cath Lab with Dr. Sahil Parikh, Dr. Sameh Sayfo on the BackTable Cardiology Podcast
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Episode # 24  •  10 Feb 2026

Mitigating Orthopedic Strain & Radiation Effects: Best Practices in the Cath Lab

This is a friendly reminder to unclench your jaw, sit up straight, and take a deep breath before diving into the latest episode of BackTable Cardiology! Host Dr. Sameh Sayfo from Baylor Scott & White Health speaks with Dr. Sahil Parikh, a renowned interventional cardiologist from Columbia University, about the health of interventional cardiologists. They discuss the various occupational hazards interventional cardiologists may be at risk for, particularly focusing on radiation exposure and orthopedic injuries caused by wearing lead aprons. The conversation touches on the need for better education and mandatory training for upcoming cardiologists to prevent such injuries.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
01:58 - Orthopedic Issues in Interventional Cardiology
04:00 - The Impact of Wearing Lead
13:06 - Ergonomics and Risk Factors
15:47 - Preventative Measures and Solutions
23:22 - The Role of Medical Societies
27:00 - Radiation Reduction Devices Overview
30:57 - Barriers to Adopting Safety Technologies
35:40 - Addressing Burnout in Interventional Cardiology
42:06 - Highlights from TCT 2025

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More about this episode

As Dr. Parikh shares his personal experiences with orthopedic issues related to the extensive use of lead protection, he highlights the importance of radiation safety and advocates for incorporating advanced protective technologies in the labs. Dr. Sayfo and Dr. Parikh also discuss the significant trials presented at TCT 2025, their potential impact on clinical practice, and the importance of advocacy by societies like SCAI and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) in improving interventional cardiologists' working conditions.

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