BackTable ENT
The BackTable ENT Podcast is a resource for otolaryngologists to learn tips, techniques, and practical advice on all things ear, nose, and throat. Tune in to the BackTable ENT Podcast every week for candid conversations about rhinology, laryngology, otology, and head and neck surgery.
Episodes
November 4, 2025 • 49 mins
If your patients still struggle with sleep apnea after other treatments, it might be time to look at the nose. In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon Dr. Scott McCusker joins hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss the impact of nasal airway obstruction on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).---This podcast is supported by:Aerin Medicalhttps://aerinmedical.com/---SYNPOSISDr. M...
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While the standard for adjuvant head and neck cancer treatment hasn't changed since 2004, a new trial using perioperative pembrolizumab is forcing clinicians to rethink their entire workflow, starting with diagnosis. In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, head and neck surgical oncologist Dr. Adam Luginbuhl is joined by colleagues Dr. Dylan Roden and Dr. Ravindra Uppaluri to discuss the implementation and implications of the Key...
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October 21, 2025 • 50 mins
Endoscopes, AI, and the future of ENT care—otolaryngologist and Presidio CEO Dr. Jonathan Simmonds shares why the tech game is just getting started in this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast.---SYNPOSISDr. Simmonds shares his journey from the UK to becoming a sinus surgeon in New York, and the founding of Presidio to create affordable endoscopic equipment. They discuss how AI can transform ENT practice, emphasizing the unique pos...
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October 14, 2025 • 54 mins
When should a parotid mass raise red flags? In this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Mirabelle Sajisevi, head and neck surgeon at the University of Vermont Medical Center, joins hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss her approach to diagnosing and managing parotid malignancies. ---SYNPOSISDr. Sajisevi shares insights from her practice, including the importance of thorough physical exams, the utility of ultrasou...
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October 7, 2025 • 61 mins
We’re keeping the chronic rhinitis conversation going in this week’s episode of BackTable ENT. Otolaryngologist Dr. Greg Davis joins Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah to break down his approach to posterior nasal nerve (PNN) ablation with the NeuroMark Gen 3, including patient prep, anesthesia, technique, and postoperative care.---This podcast is supported by:Neurent Medical http://neuromark.com/---SYNPOSISBeyond his posterior nasa...
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September 30, 2025 • 65 mins
So many patients deal with a runny, stuffy nose every day, and sprays only go so far. Let’s talk about what’s new for chronic rhinitis. In this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Dennis Tang, a Rhinologist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center discusses chronic rhinitis and the latest treatment advancements with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan. ---This podcast is supported by:Aerin Medicalhttps://aerinmedical.com/---SYNPOSI...
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September 23, 2025 • 62 mins
Is there a different way to do an Intracapsular tonsillectomy without using a microdebrider or a Coblator? In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, otolaryngologist Dr. Evan Tobin from Ohio ENT and Allergy Physicians sits down to discuss the intracapsular technique for tonsillectomy with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan. ---SYNPOSISDr. Tobin shares his journey and practice in Ohio, emphasizing his transition to using in...
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What every ENT needs to know about the resurgence of measles—and how to talk to patients about vaccines. In this episode of the Back Table ENT podcast, Dr. Romaine Johnson and Dr. Daniel Chelius, both pediatric otolaryngologists, talk about the resurgence of measles and vaccine hesitancy with host Dr. Gopi Shah.
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They delve into their professional backgrounds, the importance of recognizing symptoms early, and the ri...
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September 2, 2025 • 55 mins
How to help children with ear deformities look and feel their best. In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, Dr. Jason Qian from Rady Children's in San Diego and special guest Dr. Charlotte Célérier, a pediatric otolaryngologist at Neckar-Enfants Malades Hospital in Paris, France discuss the technical aspects of pediatric otoplasty with Dr. Gopi Shah. ---SYNPOSISThe conversation covers surgical techniques, patient selection, ...
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Hyperbaric oxygen is out and surgical innovation is in—here’s how the rescue flap is reshaping ORN care. Facial plastic and microvascular surgeons Dr. Ariel Frost and Dr. Eli Gordin join host Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss osteoradionecrosis (ORN) of the mandible.---SYNPOSISThe discussion begins with a detailed overview of the condition and patient presentation, and the impact of radiation therapy. The conversation then delves into his...
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August 19, 2025 • 42 mins
Is the advice you’re getting from your mentor really what you need, or is the real breakthrough hidden in your own answers? In this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Gopi Shah welcomes Dr. Stacey Ishman, a chief medical officer, pediatric ENT, real estate investor, syndicator, and career coach for physicians, to discuss transitioning from academic medicine to utilization management. ---SYNPOSISDr. Ishman emphasizes the sign...
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August 12, 2025 • 49 mins
How do we integrate biologics into the existing stepwise treatment model for chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP)? In this episode, Dr. Reena Mehta, an allergist from Uptown Allergy and Asthma in New Orleans, discusses the use of biologics for treating chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. ---SYNPOSISDr. Mehta elaborates on the common presentations of patients, the role of biologics such as dupilumab and tezepeluma...
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What happens when a high-achieving physician trades perfectionism for purpose? In this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Tiffany Moon, an anesthesiologist, mom, entrepreneur, former Real Housewives of Dallas cast member, and author of the book 'Joy Prescriptions' joins host Dr. Ashley Agan.
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Tiffany shares her journey from a driven, high-achieving academic physician to exploring new passions outside of medic...
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A 47 year old male presents with intermittent, unilateral nasal drainage and headache. What do you do? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Dr. Satyan Sreenath, a rhinologist at Indiana University, and Dr. Sanjeet Rangarajan, a rhinologist at Case Reserve University, examine complex cases involving CSF leaks and encephaloceles.
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The doctors discuss diagnostic approaches, imaging techniques, and innovative surgic...
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A patient walks in with a persistent runny nose. Is it allergies, or something more dangerous? In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, two renowned rhinologists, Dr. Satyan Sreenath and Dr. Sanjeet Rangarajan, delve into the evaluation and management of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks at the anterior skull base with host Dr. Gopi Shah.
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The discussion encompasses patient presentations, differential diagnosis, ...
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July 15, 2025 • 48 mins
Let’s talk about what it really means to show up for your patients—and yourself—as a surgeon. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Mel Thacker, an otolaryngologist and founder of The Empowered Surgeon and the Surgeons with a Purpose Podcast, joins hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss humanity in surgery, and how to stay grounded in a profession that demands so much of us.
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Dr. Thacker shares her journe...
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July 8, 2025 • 50 mins
How hard is it to move your medical practice across the globe? In this episode of BackTable ENT, otolaryngologist Dr. Ananya Majumder discusses her transition from practicing in Fort Worth, Texas to becoming a consultant otolaryngologist at North Shore Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand with host Dr. Gopi Shah.
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They explore Dr. Majumder’s career journey, the factors that led her to move abroad, the process of obtaini...
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July 1, 2025 • 59 mins
The sour candy myth: why it’s not always the right Rx for salivary gland obstruction. In this episode, Dr. Wais Rahmati, a board-certified otolaryngologist at Mass Eye and Ear and Harvard Medical School, discusses the development of a comprehensive salivary gland center and the focus on office-based sialendoscopy with host Dr. Ashley Agan.
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The doctors explore the benefits of incorporating salivary endoscopy in th...
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June 24, 2025 • 59 mins
Sinusitis or migraine? Understanding the difference between rhinogenic and primary headaches could change your treatment algorithm. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Jessica Lee, an otolaryngologist from Charleston ENT and Allergy, discusses the prevalence and treatment of sinus headaches with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan.
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The doctors discuss how half of sinus infection diagnoses are often misdiagnos...
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June 17, 2025 • 56 mins
Leadership isn’t just about saying yes—it’s about knowing when to say no too. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Carol Bradford, Dean of the Ohio State University College of Medicine and Vice President for Health Sciences at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, shares her leadership journey with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Sunil Verma.
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Dr. Bradford shares insights into her journey in otolaryngology, e...
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