Topic
Drug-Eluting Stent (DES)
Podcasts
Cardiology # 23Feb 3, 2026Understanding DEB in Coronary Interventions: Techniques & Outcomes
Are drug-eluting balloons (DEBs) the best way to treat in-stent restenosis? In this episode of BackTable Cardiology, host and interventional cardiologist Dr. Sameh Sayfo takes a closer look at the evolving applications of coronary DEBs with two esteemed guests from the UK, Dr. Mohammad Alkhalil and Dr. Abhishek Kumar.
- Cardiology # 12Oct 28, 2025
The State of Coronary DEB Technology in the USA
Coronary drug-eluting balloon technology continues to evolve, but has its utilization been stunted by stenting? In this episode, Dr. Sameh Sayfo, an interventional cardiologist, hosts Dr. Ron Waksman, an internationally recognized cardiologist and scientist, to discuss advancements in coronary interventions and the age-old question of which coronary revascularization tools to use in which clinical scenarios.
Vascular & IR # 470Aug 6, 2024Updated Guidance on Paclitaxel-Coated Devices
The use of drug-coated balloons (DCBs) for peripheral arterial disease has been controversial in the past. However, new data and updated FDA guidance have helped these devices regain popularity. In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Dr. Ally Baheti hosts a discussion with Dr. Sahil Parikh, an interventional cardiologist in New York City, and Dr. John Park, a vascular surgeon in Omaha.
ENT & Allergy # 181Jul 16, 2024Localized Drug Delivery for CRS
Before bringing a new device into your practice, it’s prudent to understand the science behind, indications for, and insurance coverage of that device. In this episode, Dr. Rajiv Pandit, comprehensive otolaryngologist at Dallas ENT Head & Neck Surgery Center, joins BackTable to discuss his success treating sinusitis with drug-eluting stents.
- Vascular & IR # 407Jan 22, 2024
The Evolving Role of Drug Eluting Stents in PAD
In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Sabeen Dhand interviews Dr. Eric Secemsky about the efficacy of drug eluting technologies in vascular interventions, with Dr. Secemsky offering insight into his own practice. Dr. Secemsky is an interventional cardiologist practicing at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.
- Vascular & IR # 200Apr 14, 2022
PAD Stenting Algorithm
We talk with Dr. Luke Wilkins about his stenting algorithm for treating peripheral artery disease, including a step by step discussion of the decision tree when deciding whether or not to stent.