Topic
Infertility
Podcasts
Women's Health # 133Sep 8, 2026Advances in Endometriosis: Diagnosis & Management
Advances in endometriosis research are reshaping how clinicians diagnose, understand, and treat this complex multisystem condition. On this episode of BackTable Women’s Health, Dr. Nicole Faulkner welcomes Dr. Hugh Taylor for an in-depth discussion of the systemic nature of endometriosis, including its metabolic, psychological, and cardiovascular effects, as well as central pain sensitization and bowel and bladder symptoms. They also explore how animal models and biomarkers like microRNAs are deepening our understanding of these connections.
- Women's Health # 129Aug 11, 2026
Clinical Hypnotherapy Applications in Women's Health
Have you ever wondered what role the mind could play in treating women’s health conditions? On this episode of BackTable Women’s Health, host Dr. Nicole Faulkner interviews Dr. Sonia Gupte, a family medicine physician and board-certified clinical hypnotherapist, about how clinical hypnotherapy can help patients access the subconscious, resolve emotional barriers, and rewire patterns that affect both body and mind. Dr. Gupte discusses the use of hypnotherapy for a range of women’s health concerns including PMS, postpartum depression, hot flashes, infertility, and chronic pelvic pain, highlighting the potential for more holistic care.
- Women's Health # 126Jul 21, 2026
Personalized IVF: Optimizing Outcomes in Advanced Maternal Age & Low AMH
The standard infertility timeline does not apply to every patient. When should infertility counseling begin, and when is it risky to wait? OBGYN Dr. Nicole Faulkner and REI specialist Dr. Jennifer Kulp Makarov discuss how age, irregular cycles, endometriosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, and male factor infertility should shape counseling and referral decisions on this week’s episode of the BackTable Women’s Health.
- Women's Health # 96Nov 11, 2025
Reproductive Surgery & Fertility: Endometriosis & Fibroids
Endometriosis and fibroids don't have to block your patient’s path to pregnancy. In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, host Dr. Mark Hoffman welcomes Dr. Jim Robinson, Director of Reproductive Surgery at Shady Grove Fertility in Maryland, to share his guidance on reproductive surgery applications and reproductive health.
- Women's Health # 92Oct 7, 2025
Intrauterine Adhesions & Hysteroscopy: Management & Advancements
The future of gynecologic surgery is less invasive, more precise, and closer than you think. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN podcast, host Dr. Mark Hoffman welcomes Dr. Noam Smorgick, Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at Shamir Hospital in Israel. They discuss Dr. Smorgick’s journey into the field of OBGYN and her innovative approaches to intrauterine adhesion management and hysteroscopic surgery for complex pathologies.
Curbsiders # 486Jun 9, 2025Infertility in Clinical Practice: A Primary Care Approach
Get confident supporting your patients with infertility in primary care! We cover who needs a workup, how to evaluate both partners, and when to refer—plus tips on coding, counseling, and emotional support. Reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Brindha Bavan shares practical insights to empower PCPs on the front lines of fertility care.
Vascular & IR # 497Nov 22, 2024Essential Guide to Varicocele Embolization
Varicoceles embolization is the least invasive treatment option for varicoceles, making it the favored option for most patients and a staple in the interventional radiologist’s procedural repertoire. Dr. John Matson joins host Dr. Ally Baheti to give us an essential guide to varicocele embolization, serving as an introduction for junior IRs and refresher for the more experienced. Dr. Matson is an Assistant Professor of Interventional Radiology at University of Virginia.
- Women's Health # 70Nov 12, 2024
Endometriosis Surgery: Techniques & Lessons Learned
Surgical approaches to endometriosis continue to move towards greater levels of precision and efficacy as we learn more about the intricacies of this complex condition. Still, endometriosis continues to challenge gynecologic surgeons worldwide. How has endometriosis surgery evolved, and how can we apply what we’ve learned to continue to improve patient outcomes? In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, Dr. Tommaso Falcone, a renowned surgeon and expert in reproductive endocrinology and fertility, discusses the past, present, and future of endometriosis surgery.
- Vascular & IR # 490Oct 22, 2024
Uterine Fibroid Embolization: My Algorithm with Dr. Gary Siskin
Get a second opinion on your uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) technique. Dr. Gary Siskin joins host Dr. Chris Beck for an in-depth discussion on his approach to uterine fibroid embolization, detailing techniques, tools, and embolic agents. Dr. Siskin is an experienced UFE practitioner, professor, and Chair of the Department of Radiology and Chief of the Division of Vascular & Interventional Radiology at Albany Med Health System in New York.
Urology # 168May 21, 2024Enhancing Men's Health: The Role of APPs
In this episode of Backtable Urology Podcast, Ken Mitchell MPAS, PA-C, a certified physician associate, speaks about the role of interprofessional collaboration in treating male sexual dysfunction and infertility.
- Urology # 167May 14, 2024
Solving Semen Analysis Barriers: Innovation & Accessibility
In this episode of Backtable Urology, Dr. James Smith, Director of Male Reproductive Health at UC San Francisco and CMO of Fellow, discusses advancements in semen analysis and fertility testing with Dr. Jose Silva.
- Women's Health # 52Apr 30, 2024
Navigating Adenomyosis: From Misconceptions to Innovative Solutions
This episode of BackTable OBGYN features an extensive discussion with Dr. Keith Isaacson, a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, regarding the complexities of diagnosing and treating adenomyosis, emphasizing surgery, medical treatments, and research in the field.
- Women's Health # 50Apr 2, 2024
Decoding Isthmocele: Causes and Considerations
In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, renowned reproductive endocrinologist and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon Dr. Charles (Chuck) Miller delves into the topic of isthmoceles, a common yet often overlooked complication of C-sections, and shares his best practices for repair.
- Curbsiders # 421Jan 8, 2024
Antiphospholipid Syndrome
Conquer your fear of antiphospholipid syndrome! Dr. Arielle Langer leads us through what clinical features raise suspicion for antiphospholipid syndrome, how to interpret laboratory testing, and the nuances of antiphospholipid syndrome management.
- Urology # 120Sep 20, 2023
Modernizing Fertility Practice: The AI Transformation
In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Silva and Dr. Zamip Patel, a urologist specializing in male infertility and andrology at Southeast Male Infertility and Urology/Andrology, discuss infertility trends and causes, as well as artificial intelligence in surgical robotics and fertility.
- Women's Health # 22May 4, 2023
Oncofertility
In this episode, Dr. Leslie Appiah, who is fellowship-trained in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology and is the Director of the Fertility Preservation Program at the University of Colorado, discusses oncofertility and fertility preservation.
- Women's Health # 20Apr 6, 2023
Uterine Transplant
In this episode, Dr. Elliot Richards, a true physician-scientist and Director of Research in the Department of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the Cleveland Clinic, shares about his experience and studies regarding uterine transplant.
- Urology # 87Mar 15, 2023
Integrating Compounding Into Your Practice
In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Aaron Schneider, a pharmacist, and Dr. Jordan Grant, a urologist, about compounding pharmacies and their uses in providing medications to treat urological conditions.