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Pediatric ENT Podcasts

Listen to leading physicians discuss pediatric ent on the BackTable ENT Podcast. Get tips, tricks, and expert guidance from your peers and level up your practice.

Episode #184

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What is the best way to manage an infected thyroglossal duct cyst? In this episode, hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan welcome Dr. Christopher Liu, associate professor of pediatric otolaryngology at UT Southwestern, to learn about his vast experience with evaluation and management of thyroglossal duct cysts and the nuances of other congenital neck masses.

Episode #180

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Any otolaryngologist or cochlear implant (CI) patient can tell you that the journey to better hearing begins in earnest after CI activation. When the patient in question is a child, what does that journey look like? In this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Sarah Cordingley, audiologist with Peak ENT (Provo, Utah), joins host Dr. Gopi Shah to discuss aural rehabilitation for pediatric CI patients.

Episode #169

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In this episode, Dr. Hamdy El-Hakim, pediatric airway surgeon and Associate Professor at the University of Alberta, joins host Dr. Gopi Shah to review laryngeal clefts in children.

Episode #166

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In this episode, pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Julie Wei (Akron Children’s Hospital) and psychologist Dr. Herdley Paolini discuss surgeon burnout with guest host, pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Anthony Sheyn (Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital).

Episode #165

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In this episode, pediatric speech language pathologist (SLP) Olivia Brooks (University of Florida Shands Hospital) shares her experience performing inpatient fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) with host Dr. Gopi Shah.

Episode #162

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In this episode, Dr. Sohit Kanotra, director of UCLA’s Complex Pediatric Airway Program, discusses open airway surgery in children with host Dr. Gopi Shah.

Episode #159

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In this episode, host Dr. Ashley Agan discusses eustachian tube (ET) dilation with Dr. Dennis Poe, neurotologist and Professor of Otolaryngology at Harvard Medical School.

Episode #157

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In this episode, Dr. Anita Jeyakumar, pediatric ENT at Mercy Health (Youngstown, Ohio) discusses language for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) children with podcast host Dr. Gopi Shah.

Episode #153

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In this episode, Dr. Gopi Shah welcomes Dr. Elton Lambert, a pediatric otolaryngologist at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, to discuss the use of ultrasound in pediatric otolaryngology.

Episode #141

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Briac Thierry, Pediatric ENT at Necker Hospital for Sick Children in Paris, France, review stridor in newborns, with a special emphasis on laryngomalacia.

Episode #138

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah sits down with Dr. Anthony Sheyn, associate professor of otolaryngology at the University of Tennesse-Memphis and Dr. Jennifer Lavin, associate professor of otolaryngology at Northwestern University-Feinberg, to talk about what clinical care pathways are and their usage in the field of pediatric otolaryngology.

Episode #133

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Deepak Mehta, pediatric otolaryngologist and director of the complex airway program at Texas Children’s Hospital, discuss Deepak’s work advancing pediatric airway surgery in India. This unique episode addresses the challenges and rewards of building a sustainable global health collaboration.

Episode #132

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Nikhila Raol, pediatric otolaryngologist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Associate Professor at Emory University, discuss management of pediatric dysphagia.

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 #123

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, pediatric otolaryngologists Dr. Anthony Sheyn (St. Jude Children’s Hospital & Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital), Dr. Jeffrey Rastatter (Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago), and Dr. Daniel Chelius (Texas Children’s Hospital), discuss challenges and research in health equity in pediatric head and neck cancer care.

Episode #122

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Zara Patel, director of endoscopic skull base surgery and professor of otolaryngology at Stanford, joins Dr. Shah to discuss the physiology behind olfactory dysfunction and evidence-based cutting-edge therapies.

Episode #120

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah and Dr. Gauri Mankekar, assistant professor of Otolaryngology at LSU Health Shreveport, discuss cholesteatoma workup and surgical management.

Episode #119

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Javan Nation, a pediatric otolaryngologist from Rady’s Children Hospital in San Diego, joins Dr. Shah to speak about the assessment and management of children with complex obstructive sleep apnea.

Episode #111

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Shah interviews pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Adriana Vega about the process and importance of building a pediatric cochlear implant program in Costa Rica.

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 #104

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah discusses microtia repair techniques with Dr. Mai Thy Truong, fellowship director of pediatric otolaryngology at Stanford University.

Episode #100

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah, Dr. Walter Kutz (UT Southwestern), and Dr. Daniel Choo (Cincinnati Children’s Hospital) discuss indications and repair techniques for tympanic membrane perforation in children.

Episode #97

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Julie Wei, president of the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, discuss how lifestyle medicine can resolve common chronic pediatric ENT complaints.

Episode #96

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In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Gopi Shah discusses a lean approach to pediatric airway foreign body aspiration with Dr. Wolfgang Stehr, a pediatric surgeon and medical director of surgery at Presbyterian Healthcare in Albuquerque.

Pediatric ENT Articles

Read our exclusive BackTable ENT Articles for quick insights on pediatric ent, provided by physicians for physicians.

Aural Rehabilitation Goals for Children with Cochlear Implants

Cochlear implants can offer significant benefits, but long-term success with an implant often depends on ongoing aural rehabilitation care. While aural rehabilitation in younger patients focuses on sound access and speech development, older individuals move toward more advanced speech recognition.

Navigating the Cochlear Implant Process: A Guide for Parents & Practitioners

Cochlear implants offer life-changing opportunities for those with severe hearing loss, providing sound when hearing aids aren't enough. Audiologists guide families through evaluation, activation, and follow-up. This article provides an in-depth overview of the cochlear implant journey, from candidacy to activation and ongoing care.

The Sistrunk Procedure: A Step by Step Guide to Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Surgery

The Sistrunk procedure is the standard surgical approach for thyroglossal duct cyst removal. In this comprehensive guide, pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Christopher Liu walks through his approach to the Sistrunk procedure, detailing surgical technique, post-op care, and long-term follow-up.

Thyroglossal Duct Cysts: Patient Presentation & Treatment Decision-Making

Thyroglossal duct cysts are rare, benign, congenital neck masses that form from a persistent thyroglossal duct. They usually appear in young children, though occasionally an adult may present with one. Dr. Christopher Liu explains how a patient with a thyroglossal duct cyst presents to his practice and how he determines when which treatment is appropriate.

Pathway to Cochlear Implants for Congenital Hearing Loss

Cochlear implants can offer life-changing benefits for children with congenital hearing loss, but the evaluation process is complex. This article explores how medical, neurological, and social factors shape the decision to implant.

Complex Causes of Pediatric Hearing Loss: Auditory Neuropathy, CMV & Bacterial Meningitis

Pediatric hearing loss stems from various causes like auditory neuropathy, CMV, and bacterial meningitis, each requiring tailored approaches. Timely detection and intervention are key, especially in cases like bacterial meningitis where cochlear ossification can complicate treatment.

Evaluation & Diagnosis of Congenital Hearing Loss

Congenital hearing loss impacts many newborns, necessitating early detection and intervention. Newborns with hearing loss undergo audiological tests like otoacoustic emissions (OAE) and auditory brainstem response (ABR).

Micrognathia (Small Jaw) in Newborns: Evaluation & Management

Micrognathia, also called “small jaw,” is a condition in which the mandible (lower jaw) is underdeveloped or smaller than it should be. Micrognathia is an important feature to notice in infants where other comorbidities or syndromes may lead to airway obstruction.

Mandibular Distraction to Treat Micrognathia: Indications & Techniques

Mandibular distraction is a common surgical procedure for the treatment of micrognathia in which hardware is placed to lengthen the mandible, thereby improving the child’s ability to breathe and feed.

Pediatric FEES: Protocols, Feeders & Ergonomics in Cardiac Care

The approach to pediatric cardiac patients with feeding difficulties poses a unique set of challenges. Learn more about the use of fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) for these patients and related protocols.

Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) in Pediatric Care: Equipment, Setup, & Clinical Outcomes

Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) testing in pediatric care has made significant strides in both equipment and clinical outcomes. Speech pathologist Olivia Brooks and Dr. Gopi Shah highlight the multifaceted benefits of this emerging procedure, including financial savings, improved patient safety, and increased clinician adaptability.

Evaluating Infant Feeding Difficulties: The Role of FEES & VFSS

Infants can present with feeding challenges due to a wide variety of underlying reasons including premature birth, invasive surgery, or developmental delays. Learn more about how to work up this presenting symptom by utilizing the physical exam, FEES, VFSS, and other modalities.

Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation in Pediatrics: Indications & Contraindications

Eustachian tube balloon dilation is a more effective, root cause-targeting alternative to repeated tympanostomy tube placement for eustachian tube dysfunction. This article covers the indications and contraindications of balloon dilation in pediatric eustachian tube dysfunction.

Evaluating Success in Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation: Outcomes & Complications

Balloon dilation can drastically improve eustachian tube function, but success depends on precise technique and deliberate post-op care to avoid complications. This article explains how to measure success after eustachian tube balloon dilation and how to avoid complications.

Eustachian Tube Dysfunction in Adults vs Pediatrics

The eustachian tubes are crucial for equalizing pressure and draining fluids from the middle ear. There are significant differences that exist between adult and pediatric eustachian tubes, mainly in anatomy, etiology, and how to assess them.

Hard To Swallow: Assessing Pediatric Dysphagia

Pediatric dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) threatens the overall health and nutritional status of affected children. Learn more about how to evaluate pediatric dysphagia with BackTable ENT.

Tympanoplasty 101: How to Fix a Tympanic Membrane Perforation

As one of the most common (and successful) otologic surgeries, tympanoplasty remains an essential tool for treating tympanic membrane perforation. This article from Backtable ENT provides insight into how two leading otologists approach this surgery in children.

Pediatric Tympanic Membrane Perforation: Operative & Non-Operative Management

While tympanic membrane perforation occurs commonly in younger children, tympanoplasty is not indicated in all situations. Learn more about etiologies and management of this common complaint with BackTable ENT.

Infant Laryngomalacia: Diagnosis, Clinical Management & Advanced Therapies

Otolaryngologists Briac Thierry and Gopi Shah unravel the complexities of infant laryngomalacia, providing information on diagnostic criteria, clinical decision making, and various treatment options.

Comprehensive Evaluation of Stridor in Babies

Otolaryngologists Gopi Shah and Briac Thierry provide a comprehensive guide to assess and diagnose stridor in babies. They cover the presentation, differential diagnosis, history, sounds, respiratory signs, feeding patterns, and growth indicators.

Complex Airway Disorders in Infants with Stridor: Diagnosis & Surgical Strategies

Otolaryngologists Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Briac Thierry discuss the intricacies of complex airway disorders in infants with persistent stridor, including diagnosis, surgical approaches, and tracheostomy considerations. Various challenging conditions are highlighted spanning from vallecular cysts to bilateral vocal fold immobility.

No OR Time, No Problem: In-Office Pediatric Ear Tube Placement with the Tula System

Until recently, pediatric ear tube insertion has required a trip to the operating room. Join Dr. Jordan Schramm and BackTable ENT to learn more about the Tula ear tube system, which enables ENTs to insert ear tubes in-office.

How to Integrate In-Office Ear Tube Placement into Your Pediatric ENT Practice

In-office ear tube placement allows for no general anesthesia and potentially lower costs to families, but also brings challenges. ENT Dr. Jordan Schramm shares how he does in-office ear tube placements.

Cholesteatoma Surgery: Expert Strategies for Optimal Outcomes

Expert ENT Dr. Gauri Mankekar provides key insights and considerations for cholesteatoma surgery, including how to mitigate cholesteatoma surgery risks and the importance of long-term clinical surveillance to manage cholesteatoma recurrence.

Disclaimer: The Materials available on https://www.BackTable.com/ 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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Podcasts

Thyroglossal Duct Cysts in Children: A Comprehensive Approach with Dr. Christopher Liu on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
Aural Rehabilitation After Pediatric Cochlear Implantation: Expert Insight from Audiology with Dr. Sarah Cordingley on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
Navigating Type I Laryngeal Clefts in Children with Dr. Hamdy El-Hakim on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
The Human Side of Surgery: Confronting Burnout Together with Dr. Herdley Paolini, Dr. Julie Wei and Dr. Anthony Sheyn on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
Implementing FEES for Infants in CVICU & NICU with Olivia Brooks, SLP on the BackTable ENT Podcast)
Balloon Sinuplasty: Evolution, Efficacy & Expert Insights with Dr. Ayesha Khalid on the BackTable ENT Podcast)

Articles

Aural Rehabilitation Goals for Children with Cochlear Implants

Aural Rehabilitation Goals for Children with Cochlear Implants

Navigating the Cochlear Implant Process: A Guide for Parents & Practitioners

Navigating the Cochlear Implant Process: A Guide for Parents & Practitioners

The Sistrunk Procedure: A Step by Step Guide to Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Surgery

The Sistrunk Procedure: A Step by Step Guide to Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Surgery

Contributors

Ashley Brown, SLP on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Ashley Brown, SLP

Dr. Daniel Chelius on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Daniel Chelius

Dr. Daniel Choo on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Daniel Choo

Dr. Jonathan Ida on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Jonathan Ida

Dr. Jennifer Lavin on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Jennifer Lavin

Dr. Prashant Malhotra on the BackTable ENT Podcast

Dr. Prashant Malhotra

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