
Ep. 89 Online Education in Vascular Medicine: do we have the best format? with Dr. Theodosios Bisdas
In this episode, Dr. Theodosios Bisdas joins Dr. Aaron Fritts to discuss online education and his e-learning platform, Vascupedia. Dr. Bisdas talks about how he started the platform and the three main parts of the website: main arena, polling station, and exhibition area. We talk about how social media has helped expand his platform to American audiences and how to collaborate with companies and medical societies to present new devices. We go over some of the main challenges of e-learning and why it is important for physicians to have time to watch webinars. Dr. Bisdas emphasizes the value of virtual learning, having forums for international conversation, and he speaks about his hopes for the future of Vascupedia. We discuss the benefits of on-demand, high quality online content and the importance of platforms created by physicians for physicians. Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs here: https://earnc.me/jGVeCR RESOURCES MENTIONED: Vascupedia https://vascupedia.com/ This website contains the online learning platform mentioned by Dr. Bisdas.
13 Okt 202028min

Ep. 88 Intro to Structural Heart Disease with Dr. Raj Narayan
In this episode, Dr. Rajeev Narayan joins Dr. Achal Sahai to discuss structural heart disease and the (Transcatheter aortic valve replacement) TAVR procedure. Dr. Narayan talks us through what an average working week looks like and speaks to the importance of having a great referral network. We define structural heart disease and discuss the development of the TAVR procedure for high risk patients and how the process is different from a regular cardiac surgery. We examine what can make a patient with structural heart disease high risk and eligible for TAVR. We talk through how access has changed over the years and some of the more technical aspects of these procedures. Dr. Narayan gives some advice to trainees and emphasizes the importance of learning to face complications on your own. Reflect on how this Podcast applies to your day-to-day and earn AMA PRA Category 1 CMEs here: https://earnc.me/scgy25
10 Okt 202052min

Ep. 87 Deep Dive Into Ascites with Dr. Rajeev Suri
In this episode, Dr. Rajeev Suri joins Dr. Christopher Beck to discuss ascites and paracentesis. Dr. Suri touches on what a potential paracentesis candidate might present with and speaks about why no lab values or blood tests are needed prior to the procedure. We discuss the basic steps for removing ascites, how to find the side with the biggest pocket, and preventing leakage by using a Z pattern. He speaks to the circumstances for using direct US guidance rather than intermittent and when, if ever, to use glue or stitches after paracentesis. We mention the benefits of utilizing the Renova Pump for fluid removal and discuss why Dr. Suri might use a vacuum container bottle rather than a wall suction. Lastly, we examine some methods for managing recurring patients in the ascites clinic. Dr. Suri also discusses how his practice has incorporated a paracentesis clinic to reduce the number of emergency room visits for ascites and how this practice has improved workflow and patient access to an interventional radiologist. RESOURCES MENTIONED: RenovaRP® Paracentesis Management System www.rethinkparas.com This website allows you to download the case study mentioned by Dr. Beck and check out other products from GI Supply. AASLD Guidelines https://www.aasld.org/publications/practice-guidelines This website includes the 2013 guidelines for ascites management. SIR Coagulation Guidelines https://www.jvir.org/article/S1051-0443(19)30407-5/pdf This pdf has recommendations for periprocedural management of thrombotic and bleeding risks in patients. Denver Shunts https://www.ajronline.org/doi/full/10.2214/AJR.12.9203 This article, mentioned by Dr. Suri, discusses the placement and management of Denver shunts for portal hypertensice ascites.
6 Okt 202040min

Ep. 86 Building a PAD practice with Dr. Srini Tummala
Building a PAD practice with Dr. Srini Tummala by BackTable
3 Okt 202044min

Ep. 85 Genicular Artery Embolization for OA with Dr. Jafar Golzarian
In this episode, Dr. Jafar Golzarian joins Dr. Michael Barraza to discuss genicular artery embolization for osteoarthritis. Dr. Golzarian describes how he worked and collaborated with orthopedic surgeons to offer this procedure for his patients. He also speaks about some potential underlying causes and aggravating factors for osteoarthritis. Dr. Golzarian provides useful tips on taking an academic approach to setting up trials and what makes his trials different from previous studies on genicular artery embolization. We discuss why patients with osteoarthritis can be a challenge for family practitioners and how collaboration with IR can benefit these patients. We go into the differences in the procedure for hemarthrosis and osteoarthritis. We review some ways to find the best angle to identify an arterial origin for embolization, and we discuss some of the challenges in the embolization procedure and how to adapt to different types of patients.
28 Sep 202035min

Ep. 84 An Interview with Dr. Ernie Ring- WAIS Series
Ep. 84 An Interview with Dr. Ernie Ring- WAIS Series by BackTable
22 Sep 202047min

Ep. 83 An Interview with Dr. David Kumpe- WAIS Series
An Interview with Dr. David Kumpe- WAIS Series by BackTable
21 Sep 20201h 7min

Ep. 82 An Interview with Dr. Dan Sze- WAIS Series
Ep. 82 An Interview with Dr. Dan Sze- WAIS Series by BackTable
20 Sep 202037min