Topic
Multidisciplinary Care
Podcasts
ENT & Allergy # 302Nov 10, 2026Understanding Social Vulnerabilities in Pediatric Cancer Care
Sometimes the biggest obstacle between a child and cancer treatment is not the tumor. It is a three-hour drive, a parent's lost paycheck, or a medical vocabulary no one has translated for the family. On this episode of the BackTable ENT & Allergy series on pediatric head and neck cancer, Dr. Jill D'Souza talks with pediatric oncologist Dr. Dylan Graetz and otolaryngology resident Dr. David Fei-Zhang, who both study how social vulnerability and health disparities shape cancer care. They define social vulnerabilities, name the ones they see most often, from financial hardship to language and health literacy, and share what helps: combined multidisciplinary clinics, patient navigators, and screening that starts before the first visit and repeats at every turning point in care.
Women's Health # 137Oct 27, 2026Obesity Medicine in Women’s Health
Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in women, and for many women the OBGYN is the only doctor they see each year, so how can obesity medicine become a natural part of that visit? On this episode of BackTable Women’s Health, Dr. Nicole Faulkner is joined by Dr. Taylor Hahn, an OBGYN board certified in obesity medicine and founder of VIA Women’s Health Collective, to discuss how general OBGYNs can integrate obesity care into everyday practice. They cover how to raise the weight conversation with and without a patient’s cue, which baseline labs to order, how to counsel patients on GLP-1 medications around pregnancy, and how to build a multidisciplinary team.
- ENT & Allergy # 299Oct 20, 2026
Multidisciplinary Management of Pediatric Invasive Fungal Sinusitis
When a child with cancer develops invasive fungal sinusitis, how do you balance urgent surgery, antifungal therapy, and the wait for neutrophil recovery? On this episode of the BackTable Creator Weekend™ series on pediatric head and neck cancer, host Dr. Rob Tuliszewski welcomes Dr. Dennis Kuo, a pediatric hematologist-oncologist, and Dr. Leidy Tovar Padua, a pediatric infectious diseases specialist, both at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego and UC San Diego, to walk through pediatric invasive fungal sinusitis from first suspicion to recovery. They discuss who is at highest risk, the fever and neutropenia workup, imaging and plasma next-generation sequencing, how urgently to call ENT, and antifungal prophylaxis.
Vascular & IR # 684Oct 16, 2026Understanding Hemorrhoid Artery Embolization Techniques
Which patients with bleeding hemorrhoids benefit from artery embolization, and who should go to surgery instead? On this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Dr. Ally Baheti welcomes Dr. Kristen Rumer and Dr. Scott Thompson of Mayo Clinic to break down patient selection, technique, and follow-up for hemorrhoid artery embolization (HAE) at a major academic center. They explain why bleeding-predominant, Goligher grade II and III internal hemorrhoids are the best candidates, and how the technique has evolved from its origins in France to routine practice in the US.
- ENT & Allergy # 297Oct 13, 2026
Comprehensive Sleep Apnea Management in Children
Why does a snoring child so often need more than one specialty to get better? On this episode of BackTable ENT & Allergy, host Dr. Ashley Agan welcomes Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, a triple board certified sleep medicine physician and founder of a boutique sleep practice in Horsham, Pennsylvania, to map the multidisciplinary pediatric sleep team. They cover in-lab polysomnography and its access bottleneck, the evidence for home sleep apnea testing in children, myofunctional therapy, the rise of airway informed pediatric dentistry, mouth taping, comorbid insomnia, restless sleep, and the role of weight in persistent disease.
Tumor Board # 83Sep 29, 2026Molecular-Driven Therapies in Colorectal Cancer
Which molecular alterations in colorectal cancer now change treatment and how quickly do you need the results to make the right call? On this episode of BackTable Tumor Board, Dr. Jun Gong interviews Dr. Ibrahim Sahin and Dr. Sandra Algaze about the latest advances in molecular-driven therapy across adjuvant and metastatic settings. They cover aspirin in PI3K-altered disease, the shift toward early next-generation sequencing, and the operational realities of systematic profiling at diagnosis.
- ENT & Allergy # 293Sep 22, 2026
Innovations in Pediatric Head & Neck Oncology Care
Treating pediatric head and neck cancer means thinking far beyond the initial diagnosis to ensure healthy growth, function, and future quality of life. For Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, BackTable ENT & Allergy spotlights the unique challenges and innovations in caring for children with head and neck cancer. Host Dr. Gopi Shah is joined by Dr. Anthony Sheyn, leader of the head and neck cancer program at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and Dr. Sara Helmig, pediatric oncologist at St. Jude, to discuss how multidisciplinary teams, advanced diagnostics, and family-centered care are reshaping outcomes for young patients.
- Tumor Board # 82Sep 22, 2026
Advances in Perioperative Colorectal Cancer Management
How much of perioperative colorectal cancer management has changed in just one year, and what does it mean for patient care? On this episode of BackTable Tumor Board, Dr. Jun Gong is joined by Dr. Ibrahim Sahin and Dr. Alexandra Gangi to review the latest practice-changing data in colon and rectal cancer. They discuss observation versus maintenance immunotherapy in MSI-high disease, the CHALLENGE trial's surprising results on exercise and disease-free survival, and the evolving role of ctDNA and local therapies after liver metastasis resection.
- Vascular & IR # 676Sep 18, 2026
Use of Tunneled Catheters for Ascites & Effusions Management
When is it time to move from repeat drainage to a tunneled catheter for managing pleural effusions or ascites? On this episode of BackTable Podcast, Dr. Neil Jain interviews Dr. Marco Ertreo, interventional radiologist and IR residency program director at Strong Memorial Hospital, University of Rochester, about best practices for tunneled catheter management in both the chest and abdomen. They discuss the triggers for placing a tunneled catheter, patient selection, placement technique, home drainage protocols, complication management, and the unique considerations for malignant versus cirrhotic ascites.
- ENT & Allergy # 291Sep 8, 2026
Integrating GLP-1s in Obesity & OSA Management
Which patients with obstructive sleep apnea are candidates for a GLP-1, and how do you start, escalate, and monitor one safely? On this episode of BackTable ENT & Allergy, host Dr. Gopi Shah is joined by obesity medicine specialist Dr. Shanail Berry and sleep specialist Dr. John Carter to discuss the practical questions that arise when adding GLP-1 and GLP/GIP therapies in OSA management. They discuss drug mechanisms and formulations, patient selection, screening and referral, management of side effects and contraindications, adherence strategies, perioperative considerations, and nutritional issues.
- Tumor Board # 78Aug 25, 2026
Developing CAR T-Cell Programs in Community Oncology
Where does access to cell therapy actually break down, and can community practices close the gap? On this episode of BackTable Tumor Board, host Aaron Lyss interviews Dr. Mike Byrne, a hematologist at Tennessee Oncology, about the challenges and successes of building an outpatient CAR T program in the community setting. They discuss the critical stakeholder relationships, operational and financial structures, and patient pathways that enable a physician-owned practice to offer cellular therapy outside a hospital system.
- ENT & Allergy # 287Aug 11, 2026
Unified Airway: Unified Biology, Unified Inflammation
Can viewing the airway as one connected system change the future of respiratory care and improve patient outcomes? On this episode of the BackTable ENT & Allergy Podcast, Dr. Cedric Jamie Rutland, pulmonary and critical care medicine physician, joins Dr. Basil Kahwash to discuss the unified airway hypothesis and its implications for clinical care. They explore how upper and lower airway inflammation are closely linked, and why multidisciplinary collaboration is essential for treating the whole patient.
Urology # 319Jul 28, 2026Reconstructive Techniques for Adult Buried Penis
The definitive treatment for adult acquired buried penis is surgery, but successful treatment depends on having a well-coordinated network of patient support, multidisciplinary care teams, and reconstructive urologic surgery expertise. This episode of Backtable Urology overviews this multifaceted disease and dives into reconstructive surgery techniques, featuring Dr. George Koch and Dr. Paul Rusilko.
- Vascular & IR # 659Jun 30, 2026
Combination Therapy for Hepatocellular Carcinoma
How do you safely combine locoregional and systemic therapies to treat hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) when traditional guidelines suggest your hands are tied? In this episode of the 2026 HCC Creator Weekend™, medical oncologist Dr. Lingling Du (Ochsner Health) and interventional radiologist Dr. Beau Toskich (Mayo Clinic Florida) join Dr. Tyler Sandow to break down patient selection, timing strategies, and the practical application of clinical trial outcomes when integrating Y90 radioembolization and immunotherapy in HCC management.
- Vascular & IR # 656Jun 19, 2026
Advanced Practices in Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Are new technologies and teamwork the key to better fibroid treatment? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Drs. Francis Kang and Neil Resnick join host Dr. Chris Beck to share how multidisciplinary treatment planning is reshaping uterine fibroid management, from patient selection and referral patterns to procedural techniques that improve outcomes.
- Vascular & IR # 655Jun 16, 2026
Managing Large Liver Tumors: Strategies & Challenges
How is Y90 radioembolization rewriting the rules for managing large HCC tumors and creating new curative-intent therapeutic pathways where palliation was once deemed the only option? In this episode of the 2026 HCC Creator Weekend™, interventional radiologists Dr. Chris Malone (WashU), Dr. Tyler Sandow (Ochsner Health), and Dr. Beau Toskich (Mayo Clinic Florida) join host Dr. Zach Berman for a case-based discussion on advanced dosimetric strategies and embolization approaches for large and complex HCC lesions.
- Vascular & IR # 647May 21, 2026
Optimizing Liver Cancer Treatment Through Collaboration
In treating hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the hardest question often isn’t which treatment to use, it’s who should lead, when to transition care, and how to keep every specialty aligned. In this App Exclusive episode of the BackTable Podcast, host Dr. Jon Mizrahi is joined by interventional radiologist Dr. Juan Gimenez and transplant surgeon Dr. Ari Cohen, to discuss the structure and evolution of Ochsner Health’s multidisciplinary tumor board. Through real-world cases, they illustrate how IR, hepatology, and transplant surgery collaborate to tailor treatment plans, coordinate transitions of care, and navigate follow-up challenges for complex HCC patients.
- Tumor Board # 60May 19, 2026
PARP Inhibitors: Clinical Trials & Real-World Applications
Keeping patients on PARP inhibitors long enough to see real benefit often comes down to proactive side effect management. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Neeraj Agarwal and Dr. Arun Azad join host Dr. Alan Tan to discuss practical, evidence-based strategies for managing hematologic and GI toxicities in advanced prostate cancer patients receiving PARP inhibitors.
- Vascular & IR # 641May 5, 2026
Understanding BCLC Updates & Guidelines
With recent updates to the Barcelona Clinic Liver Classification (BCLC), how should multidisciplinary teams adapt their treatment strategies to accommodate the newest evidence? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast 2026 HCC Creator Weekend™, Dr. Neil Mehta of UCSF and Dr. Riad Salem of Northwestern Medicine join host Dr. Tyler Sandow to explore the complexities of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) therapies and the practical application of the latest global algorithms in balancing standardized therapeutic algorithms with individual patient factors.
- Urology # 300Apr 28, 2026
Renal Cell Carcinoma and Venous Thrombus: A Deep Dive
When Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) invades the veins, the stakes and the surgical challenges rise. Are you prepared? In this episode, Dr. Vidit Sharma (Mayo Clinic) joins guest host Dr. Daniel Roberson to review Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) with Venous Tumor Thrombus (VTT), seen in 4 to 10% of cases.
- Women's Health # 114Apr 28, 2026
Endometriosis Surgery Techniques & Challenges
Imaging, incisions, and Instagram: Dr. Ramirez on the cutting edge of endometriosis management. In this episode of BackTable OBGYN, host Dr. Mark Hoffman interviews Atlanta-based Complex Benign Gynecology (CBG/MIGS) surgeon Dr. Laura Ramirez about how her practice has shifted toward predominantly endometriosis care, driven in part by social media referrals bringing patients nationwide.
- Vascular & IR # 628Mar 27, 2026
Techniques for Managing Biliary Drain Complications
Patients and IRs alike dread the persistent cycles of malfunction and repeated procedures that often accompany biliary drains. What can you do to keep patients off the doorstep of reintervention? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Dr. Ahsun Riaz of Northwestern Medicine joins host Dr. Michael Barraza to walk through strategies for preventing and managing complications of percutaneous biliary drain placement.
- Tumor Board # 51Mar 17, 2026
Intratumoral Immunotherapy Injections for Melanoma
When standard-of-care checkpoint blockade fails in metastatic melanoma, how can oncologists and interventional radiologists join forces to turn around patient outcomes? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, medical oncologist Dr. Jennifer McQuade and interventional radiologist Dr. Rahul Sheth join host Dr. Tyler Sandow to discuss the growing evidence for intratumoral oncolytics as a therapeutic strategy for frontline immunotherapy-refractory melanoma and the interdisciplinary work that is required for successful implementation in practice.
- Vascular & IR # 622Mar 5, 2026
Intratumoral Immunotherapy Injections for Melanoma
When standard-of-care checkpoint blockade fails in metastatic melanoma, how can oncologists and interventional radiologists join forces to turn around patient outcomes? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, medical oncologist Dr. Jennifer McQuade and interventional radiologist Dr. Rahul Sheth join host Dr. Tyler Sandow to discuss the growing evidence for intratumoral oncolytics as a therapeutic strategy for frontline immunotherapy-refractory melanoma and the interdisciplinary work that is required for successful implementation in practice.