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BackTable / ENT / Podcast / Episode #253

ENT Women in Industry: Research & Innovation

with Dr. Karen Hoffmann

How can your clinical experience translate into industry leadership? In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, otolaryngologist Dr. Karen Hoffmann at Piedmont ENT in Atlanta joins hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss the many opportunities for industry involvement within otolaryngology.

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Ep 253 ENT Women in Industry: Research & Innovation with Dr. Karen Hoffmann
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, December 23). Ep. 253 – ENT Women in Industry: Research & Innovation [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. Karen Hoffmann on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Karen Hoffman is an ENT practicing at Piedmont Ear, Nose, Throat and Related Allergy in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. Gopi Shah on the BackTable ENT Podcast

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

Synopsis

Dr. Hoffmann shares her extensive experience in otology and rhinology, highlighting her involvement in clinical trials, public speaking, and industry collaborations. The discussion focuses on the vast opportunities available for ENTs in industry, addressing how clinical experience can translate into meaningful contributions beyond traditional practice. Dr. Hoffmann offers insights on balancing clinical practice with industry work, the importance of gender diversity in advancing medical tools and practices, and the potential for future innovations in ENT driven by women in the field.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
02:31 - Opportunities for ENTs in Industry
08:43 - Balancing Career and Family
16:39 - Navigating Industry Partnerships
21:39 - Addressing Criticism in Medicine
25:09 - Getting Started with Clinical Trials in Private Practice
28:57 - The Role of Mentorship and Networking
36:13 - The Importance of Women in Medicine
42:10 - Future Opportunities for Women in ENT

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