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BackTable / Tumor Board / Podcast / Episode #18
Intermediate Risk NMIBC: Patient-Centered Treatment Strategies
with Dr. Kelly Bree
Counseling patients with intermediate-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer can be complex, with a wide range of treatment options and care pathways. In this episode of BackTable, urologic oncologists Dr. Ruchika Talwar and Dr. Kelly Bree explore how to approach this challenge with clarity and compassion.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, June 10). Ep. 18 – Intermediate Risk NMIBC: Patient-Centered Treatment Strategies [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Kelly Bree
Dr. Kelly Bree is a urologic oncologist and Assistant Professor of Urology at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Ruchika Talwar
Dr. Ruchika Talwar is a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.
Synopsis
They emphasize a shift toward patient-centered, less aggressive treatment strategies, highlighting the importance of quality of life in clinical decision-making. The discussion includes risk stratification, the use of intravesical gemcitabine, and ongoing clinical trials. Dr. Bree also offers actionable tips for optimizing patient preparation and recovery. This episode underscores the growing importance of listening to patient voices to shape future standards of care.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:09 - Risk Stratification and Treatment Approaches
06:12 - Intravesical Therapy Options
08:47 - Quality of Life and Patient Counseling
12:56 - Practical Tips for TURBT Recovery
17:03 - In-Office Procedure Management
21:23 - Resources and Support for Patients
24:13 - Final Thoughts
Resources
Society of Urologic Oncology
https://suonet.org/home.aspx
UroGen Pharma
https://www.urogen.com/
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