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Dr. Ashley Agan on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Ashley Agan

Otolaryngologist

Dr. Ashley Agan is a practicing ENT and assistant professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX.

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Ep 131 In-Office Ear Tubes in Children with Dr. Jordan Schramm
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About Dr. Ashley Agan

Dr. Ashley Agan is a practicing Otolaryngologist and Assistant Professor at UT Southwestern. She performs surgeries of the head and neck including endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroidectomy, salivary gland surgery, and more. With BackTable, Dr. Agan is the co-host of our brand new ENT series, sharing the mic with thought leaders in the field.

Podcasts Featuring Dr. Ashley Agan

Episode #131

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Jordan Schramm of Peak Pediatric ENT in Provo, Utah, chats with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan about in-office ear tubes for children.

Episode #128

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Eli Gordin, microvascular surgeon at UT Southwestern, joins hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss free flap surgery. This high-yield episode walks listeners through the basics of microvascular surgery, from indications to management of surgical complications.

Episode #126

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In this week’s episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah talk with Dr. John Craig, chief of Rhinology and co-director of the Skull Base Center at Henry Ford Health in Detroit, about odontogenic sinusitis (ODS).

Episode #121

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Robert Glazer, executive vice president of ENT and Allergy Associates LLP joins Dr. Ashley Agan to speak about his process for recruiting the next generation of otolaryngologists, things otolaryngologists should look for in choosing a practice to join, and general tips and advice for otolaryngology residents to think of in their plans post residency.

Episode #117

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Agan and UT Southwestern laryngologist Dr. Shumon Dhar discuss new approaches to managing Zenker's diverticulum, including flexible scope techniques.

Episode #115

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Agan and Dr. Shah invite Dr. Rohan Walvekar, Chair in Head and Neck Surgery at Louisiana State University, to discuss his experience with innovating procedures for sialendoscopy and ranula excision.

Episode #110

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah interviews pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Kevin Huoh about intracapsular tonsillectomy, including the postoperative benefits of the procedure and his personal techniques.

Episode #103

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan invite two comprehensive dentists, Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj and Dr. Anushka Gaglani, back to the show to discuss diagnosis and treatment of xerostomia.

Episode #101

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan speak with two comprehensive dentists, Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj and Dr. Anushka Gaglani, about common dentistry complaints and their treatments in head and neck cancer patients.

Episode #99

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan interviews Dr. Rebecca Howell, division chief of laryngology at University of Cincinnati, about her diagnosis and management of Zenker’s diverticulum.

Episode #94

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah, Dr. Ashley Agan, and Dr. Sarah Bowe discuss new developments in the ENT residency match process as well as advice for future applicants.

Episode #89

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan discuss turbinate hypertrophy, turbinate reduction, and empty nose syndrome with Dr. Jayakar V. Nayak, associate professor of otolaryngology at Stanford University.

Episode #88

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan talk about in-office management of salivary stones and tips for sialolithotomy.

Episode #87

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan interview Dr. Sujana Chandrasekhar, a private practice neurotologist, about diagnosis and treatment of patients with sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL).

Episode #85

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In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Ashley Agan and guest co-host Dipan Desai (Johns Hopkins) interview David Goldenberg (Penn State) about evaluation and surgical management of parathyroid disease.

Episode #83

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan interviews laryngologist Dr. Inna Husain about diagnosis, treatment, and multidisciplinary care of patients with laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR).

Episode #80

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan interview Dr. Al Merati, chief of laryngology at the University of Washington, about the changing demographics of otolaryngology trainees.

Episode #77

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In this episode, Dr. Stan McClurg, a private practice rhinologist at Ascentist Healthcare in Kansas City, shares his approach to diagnosis and treatment of chronic rhinitis patients using the in-office RhinAer procedure.

Episode #73

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan speak about allergic fungal rhinosinusitis with Dr. Amber Luong, vice president of the American Rhinology Society and professor of otolaryngology at McGovern Medical School.

Episode #72

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan speak with Dr. Mandan Kandula, founder of ADVENT, an ENT private medical practice, about embracing in-office procedures and building an efficient ENT private practice.

Episode #71

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Agan speak with Dr. Colleen Plein about functional nasal breathing in the treatment of facial pain, sleep apnea, postural defects, and improving general quality of life.

Episode #69

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Seilesh Babu discuss Eustachian tube dysfunction and balloon dilation as a therapeutic option.

Episode #68

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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.

Episode #67

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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.

Articles Featuring Dr. Ashley Agan

LPR Diagnosis: Laryngoscopy, Stroboscopy & pH Impedance

Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) diagnosis can involve the use of diagnostic tools like laryngoscopy, stroboscopy, and pH impedance probe monitoring. Learn more about the efficacy of different laryngoscopic examinations, the role of pH impedance probe monitoring in symptom correlation, and the complexities involved in interpreting probe results.

Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) Treatment: Lifestyle Modifications, PPIs & Alginate Therapies

Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) treatment is expanding beyond medications, emphasizing personalized and innovative treatments. Learn more about the significance of lifestyle adjustments, the roles and risks of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), and the potential of alginate therapies in laryngopharyngeal reflux treatment.

Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR): Symptoms, Subtypes & Patient Presentation

Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a complex condition that impacts the upper aero-digestive tract through both acidic and non-acidic agents. Learn more about LPR symptoms, subtypes, common patient presentations, and diagnostic challenges faced when evaluating for LPR.

Preparing for sublingual gland excision.

Plunging ranulae are salivary pseudocysts from the sublingual gland that present as painful neck swellings and often cause patients considerable distress. Learn more about indications, operative technique, and complications of sublingual gland removal in this article.

Otolaryngologists prepare to discuss plunging ranula pathophysiology with a patient.

Plunging ranula is a condition that presents as painful neck swelling, often in younger patients. BackTable guest Dr. Rohan Walvekar, Head & Neck surgeon, helps readers better understand how plunging ranula can form and how it is best evaluated.

Nasal Obstruction Treatment: The Impact of Turbinates & Swell Bodies

Nasal obstruction can cause a wide variety of symptoms, posing a unique challenge to clinicians. Effective nasal obstruction treatment involves an appreciation for the role of nasal turbinates and nasal swell bodies.

Empty Nose Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Solutions

Complications in turbinate reduction surgery sometimes result in Empty Nose Syndrome, a condition characterized by nasal openness, burning and crusting. Learn more about empty nose syndrome symptoms, causes, and diagnosis.

Parathyroidectomy Surgery Technique: Expert Advice for Optimal Outcomes

Parathyroidectomy surgery, the removal of overactive parathyroid glands, can be an effective treatment for symptomatic parathyroid disease. Parathyroidectomy can be performed as part of an exploratory procedure or a focused excision.

Parathyroid Disease Diagnosis & Surgical Criteria

Diagnosing parathyroid disease can be difficult due to vague symptoms of fatigue and delocalized pain. Learn about diagnosis, symptoms, and criteria for parathyroidectomy.

Intracapsular Tonsillectomy Surgery: Coblation vs Microdebrider

The microdebrider and Coblation techniques are the two predominant surgeries for intracapsular tonsillectomy for pediatric patients. Pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Kevin Huoh discusses the pros and cons of each.

Intracapsular Tonsillectomy: Regrowth, Revision & Recovery

Pediatric ENT Dr. Kevin Huoh addresses intracapsular tonsillectomy and the concerns that clinicians might have regarding tonsil regrowth and the need for revision tonsillectomoy surgery.

Pediatric Intracapsular Tonsillectomy: Benefits of Retaining Minimal Tonsillar Tissue

Intracapsular tonsillectomy is a surgical method that retains some tonsillar tissue and leaves the capsule intact. Dr. Kevin Huoh, pediatric otolaryngologist, discusses his experience with reduced postoperative pain and hemorrhage using this technique.

A woman suffering from chronic rhinitis

Unraveling the complexities of chronic rhinitis requires a deep understanding of patient assessment and classification for effective management. Learn more about the evolution in patient presentations, the pivotal role of allergy testing, and strategic approaches that aim to enhance the patient's quality of life.

An otolaryngologist preparing to use the RhinAer on a chronic rhinitis patient

Learn about the differences between VivAer vs RhinAer vs ClariFix, which are all revolutionizing the treatment landscape for chronic rhinitis.

Man undergoing in-office procedure in otolaryngology

In-office procedures in otolaryngology can include turbinate reduction, nasal swell body reduction, balloon sinuplasty, VivAer, LATERA, and more. Learn more about offering in-office procedures as an ENT, and how to overcome common hurdles to providing office-based care.

Woman undergoing in-office turbinate reduction to improve nasal breathing

In-office turbinate reduction surgery is performed to improve nasal breathing in patients with turbinate hypertrophy. Learn more about the indications and special considerations for offering in-office turbine reduction surgery.

A plastic surgeon performing facial feminization surgery

Facial feminization surgery aims to help provide patients with a more youthful and feminine appearance. Learn more about feminizing the forehead with different types of cranioplasty, feminizing the neck with chondrolaryngoplasty, post-op care, and recovery.

A pride flag with a stethoscope promoting gender affirming care

Facial feminization surgery allows transgender patients to align their gender identities with their physical bodies. Learn more about facial feminization and how to provide inclusive care to the LGBTQ+ community.

An otolaryngologist prepares to perform a myringotomy

Myringotomy allows for fluid drainage and pressure relief in the ear, making it a potentially effective treatment option for patients with eustachian tube dysfunction. Learn how to evaluate patient candidacy and how to utilize myringotomy for treatment.

A eustachian tube balloon dilation catheter

Treating eustachian tube dysfunction with balloon dilation may offer lasting symptom relief for patients and often prevents the need for further interventions. Learn more about the procedure, how it works, and how otologists are counseling eligible patients.

An otolaryngologist explains the VivAer procedure technique to a patient

The VivAer procedure can offer patients an effective and efficient alternative to surgery for nasal valve collapse. Learn more about procedure techniques, anxiolytic and anesthesia protocols, and the various anatomical applications of the VivAer device.

An ear canal showing the complications after ear tube surgery

Various complications may arise for patients of all ages who have had ear tubes surgically placed. Learn more about how otolaryngologists are addressing clogged tubes and retained tubes, determining the need for replacement ear tubes, and treating blood clots, mucus, and tube otorrhea.

An otolaryngologist evaluating a patient before beginning treatment with VivAer

Patients with nasal valve obstruction that fails to respond to conservative treatment options may benefit from the VivAer procedure, which works to provide relief by remodeling the airway. Learn more about how this treatment works, who it can benefit, and what to expect for recovery.

A diagram illustrating the path of food for a man with dysphagia.

Otolaryngologists can help to increase the quality of life for patients with dysphagia by referring to speech language pathologists (SLP) specializing in swallowing difficulties. Learn more about ENT referral best practices, the role of SLPs in treating dysphagia and the process through which SLPs conduct a workup.

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In-Office Ear Tubes in Children with Dr. Jordan Schramm on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
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Odontogenic Sinusitis with Dr. John Craig on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
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Advanced Endoscopy Techniques in the Management of Zenker's Diverticulum with Dr. Shumon Dhar on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
In-Office Procedures for Chronic Rhinitis with Dr. Stan McClurg on the BackTable ENT Podcast)

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