BackTable Urology

BackTable Urology

The BackTable Urology Podcast is a resource for practicing urologists to learn tips, techniques, and practical advice from their peers in the field. Listen here or on the streaming platform of your choice.

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Ep. 323 Managing Intermediate-Risk Bladder Cancer with Dr. Charles Peyton

August 11, 2026 • 38 mins
How can we best manage intermediate-risk bladder cancer to balance disease control, quality of life, and the growing range of treatment options? On this episode of the BackTable Urology Podcast, Dr. Ruchika Talwar interviews Dr. Charles “Chaz” Peyton about the challenges of treating recurrent low-grade, intermediate-risk non–muscle invasive bladder cancer. They highlight the high recurrence but low progression ris...
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Ep. 322 Social Media's Role in Urologic Education with Dr. Rena Malik & Dr. Fenwa Milhouse

August 6, 2026 • 50 mins
How can you use social media to educate, empower, and inspire as a physician while staying true to your professional values? On this episode of BackTable Urology, guest host Dr. Maheetha Bharadwaj talks with Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Fenwa Milhouse about building an authentic online presence that educates, inspires, and connects. The conversation highlights the power of visibility, the challenges of professional boundaries and misinfo...
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Ep. 321 Exploring Hypospadias: Treatment Approaches and Patient Care with Dr. Vinaya Bhatia

August 4, 2026 • 41 mins
Hypospadias can be surgically corrected early in life, but many patients drop out of care before puberty or adulthood, leaving important urinary and sexual health concerns unaddressed. On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Arthi Hannallah and Dr. Nicco Passoni talk with Dr. Vinaya Bhatia about improving lifelong engagement for people with hypospadias. They highlight advances in surgical technique, the role of research, and how ...
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Ep. 320 Gem-iDRS for BCG Unresponsive Bladder Cancer: A Deep Dive with Dr. Sarah Psutka

July 31, 2026 • 50 mins
Can a drug-eluting bladder device change the treatment algorithm for BCG-unresponsive non–muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC)? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Ruchi Talwar interviews Dr. Sarah Psutka to explore the emerging role of a novel intravesical device that delivers sustained gemcitabine therapy for patients refusing or ineligible for cystectomy. They highlight new FDA-approved treatment options, real-worl...
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Ep. 319 Reconstructive Techniques for Adult Buried Penis with Dr. Paul Rusilko

July 28, 2026 • 76 mins
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. --- Get the BackTable apphttp...
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Ep. 318 Exploring Neuromodulation: Sacral vs Tibial Approaches with Dr. Ken Peters and Dr. Tracey Wilson

July 21, 2026 • 60 mins
More neuromodulation options mean more opportunities to personalize care. In this episode, Dr. Ken Peters and Dr. Tracey Wilson join Dr. Jannah Thompson to discuss the latest implantable tibial nerve stimulation and sacral neuromodulation technologies for OAB and UUI. They compare available devices, share practical insights on patient selection, and explore how shared decision making, advanced practice providers, and equitable acce...
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Ep. 317 Focal Therapy in Prostate Cancer Treatment with Dr. George R. Schade

July 16, 2026 • 47 mins
Can focal therapy truly “thread the needle” between active surveillance and radical prostate cancer treatment? In this episode of BackTable Urology, host Dr. Tiwa Akinsola is joined by Dr. George Schade from the University of Washington to explore focal therapy as a middle ground between active surveillance and radical treatments. Dr. Schade reviews non-radiation energy modalities including HIFU, TULSA/HI-DU, cryotherap...
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Ep. 316 Bladder Cancer in the Community: Meeting Patients Where They Are with Dr. Adam J. Gadzinski

July 14, 2026 • 48 mins
As bladder cancer treatment options expand, so do the challenges of delivering them in real-world practice. On this episode of BackTable Urology, community urologic oncologist Dr. Adam Gadzinski joins Dr. Ruchika Talwar to discuss how evolving therapies for non–muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) are changing the landscape for both patients and providers. They explore the financial, logistical, and workflow hurdles to adop...
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Ep. 315 Private Equity's Impact on Urology Practices with Dr. Benjamin Lowentritt

July 10, 2026 • 48 mins
What opportunities and challenges does private equity bring to urology practices, and how can physicians engage in ways that strengthen their practice and preserve clinical priorities? On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Ruchika Talwar interviews Dr. Benjamin Lowentritt of Chesapeake Urology and United Urology Group to unpack the realities of private equity involvement in medicine. They discuss the motivations behind consolid...
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Ep. 314 Exploring PARP Inhibitor Combinations in Prostate Cancer with Dr. Rana McKay and Dr. Emmanuel Antonarakis

July 7, 2026 • 51 mins
With multiple clinical trials evaluating PARP inhibitor combinations, how do clinicians determine the best approach for advanced prostate cancer? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Alan Tan is joined by Dr. Rana McKay and Dr. Emmanuel Antonarakis to discuss how evolving evidence, patient selection, timing, toxicity, and genetic testing are shaping the use of PARP inhibitor combinations in clinical practice. --- Get the Bac...
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Ep. 313 Approaches to Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection in Contemporary Prostate Cancer Surgery with Dr. Kristen Greene

June 30, 2026 • 35 mins
Is pelvic lymph node dissection still necessary in the era of PSMA PET imaging? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Ruchi Talwar interviews Dr. Kirsten Greene about how advanced imaging is influencing decisions for radical prostatectomy. They examine the strengths and limits of PSMA PET, the risks and benefits of PLND, and why careful, evidence-based decision-making remains essential. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.ba...
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Ep. 312 Managing Intravesical Therapy Toxicities in Bladder Cancer with Dr. Meredith Donahue and Mary Dunn, NP

June 25, 2026 • 30 mins
How can clinics minimize toxicity and maximize outcomes in intravesical bladder cancer treatment? In this episode of BackTable Urology, host Dr. Vignesh Packiam talks with nurse practitioners Mary Dunn (UNC) and Meredith Donahue (Vanderbilt) about how advanced practice providers (APP) workflows and hands-on management are transforming care for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. The discussion highlights innovative strategies for s...
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Ep. 311 Career Diversification for Urologists Beyond the Clinic with Dr. Pat Keegan and Dr. Kelly Parsons

June 23, 2026 • 54 mins
What happens when urologists look beyond the clinic and take on leadership in the life sciences industry? In this episode of BackTable Urology, host Dr. Raj Pruthi talks with Dr. Kelly Parsons and Dr. Pat Keegan about their journeys from academic urology to executive roles in biotech and pharma. They discuss what motivated their transitions, how physician expertise adds value in industry, and the realities of life outside of tradit...
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Ep. 310 Bladder Cancer Risk Stratification: Best Practices with Dr. Sunil Patel and Dr. Kristen Scarpato

June 18, 2026 • 43 mins
Why does up to 10% of bladder cancer pathology change on expert review, and what does that mean for your intermediate and high-risk patients? In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Bogdana Schmidt interviews urologists Dr. Kristen Scarpato and Dr. Sunil Patel to explore the complexities of diagnosis and risk assessment in non–muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). They discuss the real-world challenges of pathology interpretatio...
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Ep. 309 Advancing Urologic Reconstruction with Robotics with Dr. Ziho Lee

June 16, 2026 • 43 mins
Robotic technology is expanding what’s possible in reconstructive urology, prompting surgeons to rethink traditional approaches and consider new minimally invasive procedures. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Ziho Lee joins host Dr. George Koch to explore the rapid evolution of robotic reconstructive surgery and its expanding role in complex pelvic and retroperitoneal procedures.They discuss the the role of single-po...
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Ep. 308 Navigating Shared Decision-Making in Bladder Cancer Treatment with Dr. Kelly Bree, Dr. Meredith Donahue, and Dr. Saum Ghodoussipour

June 11, 2026 • 48 mins
What matters most to patients with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC)? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Kelly Bree, Dr. Saum Ghodoussipour, and Meredith Donahue, N.P., join host Dr. Vignesh Packiam to discuss the power of shared decision-making across the NMIBC spectrum. They explore risk-adapted treatment selection, when to escalate or de-escalate therapy, and how to navigate conversations about recurrence risk, t...
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Ep. 307 Germline & Somatic Testing in Prostate Cancer Therapy with Dr. Tanya Dorff and Dr. Evan Yu

June 9, 2026 • 40 mins
Can you really treat prostate cancer effectively without knowing the genetics? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Evan Yu and Dr. Tanya Dorff join host Dr. Alan Tan to discuss why genetic testing is essential in personalized prostate cancer care. They discuss when and how to perform germline and somatic testing, address common barriers, and share best practices for counseling patients. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www....
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Ep. 306 Ep. 306 Launching Co-Managed APP/MD Clinics for Bladder Cancer with Dr. Amy Luckenbaugh and Meredith Donahue DNP

June 4, 2026 • 44 mins
Are traditional bladder cancer care models falling behind as new therapies flood the field and reshape the landscape? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Bogdana Schmidt talks with Dr. Amy Luckenbaugh and DNP/APP Meredith Donahue about building a co-managed intravesical therapy clinic that rethinks care for patients with non–muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). With innovative agents increasing patient volume and com...
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Ep. 305 Immune Therapy Innovations for BCG Unresponsive Cancer with Dr. Sam Chang

June 2, 2026 • 48 mins
Ready to move beyond “one-size-fits-all” for BCG-unresponsive NMIBC? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Ruchika Talwar hosts Dr. Sam Chang to discuss the evolving treatment landscape for BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). They explore why BCG may fail, the science and clinical rationale behind new immunotherapies and gene therapies, practical approaches to patient selection, treatment se...
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Ep. 304 Optimizing Office Protocols for Urological Incontinence Procedures with Dr. Michael Kennelly and Dr. Jason Kim

May 26, 2026 • 41 mins
How do you keep no-shows low and patient satisfaction high in an office-based overactive bladder (OAB) practice? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Michael Kennelly and Dr. Jason Kim join guest host Dr. Polina Reyblat to share practical strategies for improving efficiency, reducing cancellations, and optimizing the patient experience for OAB and urinary incontinence procedures. --- Get the BackTable app https://www.backta...
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