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Fellowship Training
Podcasts
Cardiology # 59Nov 10, 2026Quality Improvement in the Cardiac Cath Lab: Strategies & Impact
A creatinine of 0.9 can hide a GFR of 45, and at Columbia that gap is now called out in every cath lab time-out. On this episode of BackTable Cardiology, Dr. Sameh Sayfo talks with Dr. Megha Prasad, interventional cardiologist and co-director of the interventional cardiology fellowship at Columbia University, about the side of the cath lab most fellows are never taught: quality improvement, operations, and making the case for new technology. Dr. Prasad traces her interest back to root cause analyses during residency, explains who really defines quality, and walks through two initiatives, a contrast checkpoint to prevent acute kidney injury and a standardized weaning protocol for mechanical circulatory support. She also explains why awareness and an operator's own data move colleagues more than penalties, and how fellows can become a lab's standard keepers.
Women's Health # 138Nov 3, 2026From OB/GYN Generalist to Specialist: Returning to Fellowship
Within six months of starting general OBGYN practice, one gynecologic surgeon says she felt like “a jack of all trades and a master of none,” and a few years later she left her job to become a fellow again. On this episode of BackTable Women’s Health, Dr. Joseph Chen, a complex benign gynecologic surgeon at Kaiser Permanente East Bay, is joined by Dr. Jessica Shields, program director of the Complex Benign Gynecology Fellowship at Lahey Clinic, to discuss what it takes to return to training after years in practice. They cover why some OBGYNs choose subspecialty training over a high-volume gynecology practice, how to apply to fellowship as a practicing physician, and what changes when an attending becomes a fellow again.
Bone & Sports # 117Oct 6, 2026Upper Extremity Rehab: Key Concepts & Techniques
Why is rehab for the overhead athlete so nuanced, and how much of the answer is hidden below the shoulder? On this episode of BackTable Bone & Sports, Dr. Larry Balle welcomes Corbin Hedt PT, DPT to explore upper extremity rehabilitation, fellowship training in sports physical therapy, and the evidence behind advanced throwing programs. Hedt breaks down the kinetic chain from the ground up, explains why only a few accredited fellowships exist for upper extremity athletes, and shares why modern rehab is all about proximal stability leading to distal performance.
Urology # 284Jan 13, 2026Integrating Gender Affirming Care Into Urology
Gender affirming surgery is becoming a more visible part of urologic practice, raising practical questions about surgical training, case volume, and multidisciplinary support. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Eric Walton of The Ohio State University joins Dr. George Koch to examine how gender affirming surgery is being integrated into contemporary urology. Dr. Walton discusses his path into reconstructive urology, structural barriers that limit patient access, and why expanding surgical training pathways is central to closing gaps in care.
- Urology # 270Nov 4, 2025
Reconstructive Urology: Techniques, Training & Career Pathways
Considering a reconstructive urology fellowship or already in the thick of it? This episode is for you. Dr. Rachel Mann (University of Minnesota) sits down with Dr. George Koch (Ohio State University) to discuss her journey in reconstructive urology and the mentors who shaped it. Together, they explore how creativity, adaptability, and mentorship fuel progress in this evolving subspecialty.
- Women's Health # 95Oct 28, 2025
Gynecology Practice Insights in Australia & New Zealand
Ever wondered what it’s like to train and practice obstetrics and gynecology across New Zealand and Australia? In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, Dr. Amy Park sits down with Dr. Michael Wynn-Williams, a renowned gynecologist and endometriosis specialist. Dr. Wynn-Williams discusses his extensive training across New Zealand, Australia, the UK, and Scotland, emphasizing his role in minimally invasive gynecology.
- Bone & Sports # 86Oct 28, 2025
Neuromodulation: Past, Present & Future
As our understanding of pain physiology evolves, neuromodulation continues to offer new treatment possibilities in MSK pain management. In this episode of the BackTable MSK, host Jacob Fleming discusses the evolving world of neuromodulation with Dr. Timothy Deer, a leading expert in the field. Dr. Deer shares insights from his extensive career and his innovative contributions in neuromodulation.
- Urology # 260Sep 16, 2025
Robotics in Reconstructive Urology
What does it take to build a successful reconstructive urology practice while balancing the worlds of academia and private practice? In this episode of BackTable Urology, reconstructive urologist Dr. Lucas Wiegand joins host Dr. Jose Silva to explore his career journey from training at the University of South Florida and fellowship at Washington University, to establishing his practice at Orlando Health.
- Urology # 236May 30, 2025
Choosing the Right Urology Fellowship Fit
Are you a resident considering a urology fellowship? How do you choose the right subspecialty, and how can effective mentorship help you make the right decision? In collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU), this episode of BackTable Urology features practical fellowship advice from Dr. Sevann Helo of Mayo Clinic, Dr. Jay Simhan of Temple University, and guest host Dr. Helen Bernie of Indiana University.
ENT & Allergy # 171May 14, 2024Workforce Analysis & Why It’s Important
In this episode, hosts Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah discuss the ENT workforce with Dr. Andrew (“AJ”) Tompkins, an Ohio-based comprehensive otolaryngologist and member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery’s socioeconomic task force.
- Bone & Sports # 45Mar 19, 2024
The Future of Interventional Spine Training
In this episode of the Back Table MSK Podcast, guest host and interventional radiologist Dr. Dana Dunleavy speaks with Dr. Majid Khan about building an academic interventional spine program and the need for nonvascular spine intervention fellowships. Dr. Khan is neuroradiologist and Director of Non-Vascular Spine Intervention at Johns Hopkins University.
- Urology # 136Nov 10, 2023
Exploring Career Paths: SUO Fellowship Experiences
This week on BackTable Urology, Dr. Kristen Scarpato (Vanderbilt University), Dr. Todd Morgan (University of Michigan), and Dr. Philip Kim (Kaiser Permanente) discuss their urologic oncology fellowship experiences, the importance of mentorship, and work-life balance as urologists.
- Urology # 129Oct 20, 2023
Navigating Postgraduate Training in Urology as an International Medical Graduate
This week on BackTable Urology, Dr. Hooman Djaladat (USC Keck School of Medicine), Dr. Sanam Ladi Seyedian (Vanderbilt University Medical Center), and Dr. Alireza Ghoreifi (USC Keck School of Medicine) explore the different pathways to higher education in urology in the US for international medical graduates.
- Women's Health # 18Mar 23, 2023
Transition from Clinical Practice to Industry
Dr. Cholkeri trained in minimally invasive gynecology surgery (MIGS) during the early years of the field’s establishment. She provides an overview of her involvement in starting a MIGS fellowship, becoming faculty for the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL), working with industry partners to develop products, and serving as a consultant for medical device companies.