Ep. 560 Biliary Endoscopy Techniques for Gallstones with Dr. John Smirniotopoulos

Ep. 560 Biliary Endoscopy Techniques for Gallstones with Dr. John Smirniotopoulos

Symptomatic gallstones that can’t be treated with surgery? Interventional radiology can help. In this episode of BackTable, Dr. John Smirniotopoulos, IR at MedStar Health, joins Dr. Michael Barraza to share the latest advancements and techniques in biliary endoscopy. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Smirniotopoulos reflects on his early work with cholangioscopy at Cornell, highlighting ongoing innovation and evolving tools. The conversation covers the practical aspects of patient selection, procedural steps, and overcoming technical challenges. Dr. Smirniotopoulos shares his personal experiences managing small and large biliary stones, emphasizing the important role of selecting appropriate equipment to navigate procedural challenges. Dr. Smirniotopoulos also highlights the collaborative role of surgeons and gastroenterologists throughout patient management. He also provides insights into the management of biliary strictures and emphasizes the importance of accurate billing and coding. The episode concludes with advice for clinicians seeking to integrate these techniques into their practice. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction01:09 - Early Experiences with Biliary Endoscopy03:35 - Procedure Techniques and Tools05:36 - Patient Selection and Case Studies11:01 - Advanced Techniques and Equipment14:02 - Patient Management and Follow-Up18:21 - Technical Considerations and Best Practices20:14 - Managing Stones in the Gallbladder35:42 - Collaborating with Surgeons and GI Teams37:59 - Advice for New Practitioners

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Ep. 612 Interventional Radiology in Military Medicine with Dr. John York

Ep. 612 Interventional Radiology in Military Medicine with Dr. John York

What does day-to-day interventional radiology look like in the military? Here’s a firsthand account. Dr. John York, interventional radiologist at University of California San Diego with 37 years of ac...

30 Tammi 50min

Ep. 611 Challenges in Prostate Artery Embolization with Dr. Rajasekhara Ayyagari

Ep. 611 Challenges in Prostate Artery Embolization with Dr. Rajasekhara Ayyagari

Are balloon occlusion microcatheters your new best friend for prostate artery embolization (PAE)? In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Raj Ayyagari, interventional radiologist at Boston Medical Center, ...

27 Tammi 46min

Ep. 610 Interventional Radiology in UAE: Current Practices with Dr. Jamal Alkoteesh

Ep. 610 Interventional Radiology in UAE: Current Practices with Dr. Jamal Alkoteesh

Have you ever considered taking a sabbatical to practice Interventional Radiology in the Middle East? In this episode, Dr. Jamal AlKoteesh, the Chairman of Clinical Imaging at SEHA and the "Godfather ...

23 Tammi 35min

Ep. 609 Chronic Venous Disease Diagnosis & Management Strategies with Dr. Steven Abramowitz

Ep. 609 Chronic Venous Disease Diagnosis & Management Strategies with Dr. Steven Abramowitz

20 Tammi 50min

Ep. 608 Interventional Radiology Global Survey: Training & Awareness with Dr. Justin Guan and Dr. Constantinos Sofocleous

Ep. 608 Interventional Radiology Global Survey: Training & Awareness with Dr. Justin Guan and Dr. Constantinos Sofocleous

Patient access to interventional radiology services remains highly variable worldwide, reflecting global differences in training opportunities and infrastructure. Drawing on responses from more than 1...

16 Tammi 38min

Ep. 607 Interventional Radiology Coding & Compliance Essentials with Dr. David Zielske

Ep. 607 Interventional Radiology Coding & Compliance Essentials with Dr. David Zielske

Are you getting paid for the work you do? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, interventional radiology coding expert Dr. David Zielske joins host Dr. Ally Baheti to share practical tips for bill...

13 Tammi 1h 5min

Ep. 606 Building a Case Video Library with Dr. Rusty Hofmann

Ep. 606 Building a Case Video Library with Dr. Rusty Hofmann

The modes and methods of medical education have changed drastically in the past decade. Social media, podcasts (like this one), and other on-demand learning formats have fundamentally shifted how heal...

11 Tammi 51min

Ep. 605 Advanced Surgical Approaches in Lung Cancer Management with Dr. Scott Atay and Dr. Scott Oh

Ep. 605 Advanced Surgical Approaches in Lung Cancer Management with Dr. Scott Atay and Dr. Scott Oh

Is the open thoracotomy becoming outdated as robotic surgery and advanced ablation techniques take center stage in lung cancer treatment? In the final discussion of the 2025 NSCLC Creator Weekend™ ser...

9 Tammi 1h 16min

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