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BackTable / ENT / Podcast / Episode #203

Navigating Frontal Sinus Surgery

with Dr. P.J. Wormald

How can new tools help you be successful in sinus surgery? In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, Dr. Peter-John “PJ” Wormald, Chair of Otolaryngology at Adelaide and Flinders Universities, delves into the complexities of frontal sinus surgery and innovative solutions for common surgical challenges with hosts Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah.

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Ep 203 Navigating Frontal Sinus Surgery with Dr. P.J. Wormald
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, December 17). Ep. 203 – Navigating Frontal Sinus Surgery [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Podcast Contributors

Dr. Ashley Agan on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Ashley Agan is an otolaryngologist in Dallas, TX.

Dr. Gopi Shah on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Gopi Shah is a pediatric otolaryngologist and the co-host of BackTable ENT.

Dr. P.J. Wormald on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. P.J. Wormald is an otolaryngologist and surgeon at the University of Adelaide in Adelaide, Australia.

Synopsis

The surgeons discuss chronic frontal sinus disease, when to consider surgery, and optimal post-operative care. Dr. Wormald shares his surgical strategies, including the use of innovative technologies like Chitogel and 3D CT planning software for better surgical outcomes. He also touches on the challenges in training new surgeons and the potential for advances in medical simulation to improve surgical education. This thorough discussion offers insights into the latest techniques and innovations in sinus surgery.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
03:46 - Understanding Chronic Frontal Sinus Disease
07:57 - Approach to Sinus Surgery
13:27 - Antibiotic and Steroid Use in Sinus Treatment
18:23 - Patient Consultation and Decision Making
22:51 - Training the Next Generation of Surgeons
36:29 - Analyzing Surgical Factors & Predicting Surgical Outcomes
47:37 - Post-Operative Management
59:02 - Biologics and Long-Term Care
01:07:42 - Innovations in Surgical Training & Final Thoughts

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The Materials available on BackTable are for informational and educational purposes only and are not a substitute for the professional judgment of a healthcare professional in diagnosing and treating patients. The opinions expressed by participants of the BackTable Podcast belong solely to the participants, and do not necessarily reflect the views of BackTable.

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