BackTable ENT & Allergy
The go-to podcast for otolaryngologists, allergists, and head and neck surgeons. Tune in every week for practical, physician-led conversations on common and complex clinical topics in allergy, immunology, otolaryngology, rhinology, laryngology, otology, and head and neck surgery. Hear how experienced physicians approach real cases, and get practical advice from your peers in your field.
Episodes
Ep. 298 Optimizing CRS Outcomes with Posterior Nasal Nerve Ablation with Dr. Chris Davis
Claims data suggest roughly one in three patients return after sinus surgery with persistent symptoms, and for many of them the complaint is drainage. On this episode of BackTable ENT & Allergy, host Dr. Ashley Agan welcomes Dr. Chris Davis, a comprehensive otolaryngologist in Birmingham, Alabama, whose practice is largely rhinology, to make the case that the persistent drainage after a technicall
Ep. 283 Streamlining Surgery: The Future of the OR with Dr. Raj Sindwani
What if the next major advance in ENT surgery isn’t a new instrument, but a better-integrated operating room? In this episode of the BackTable ENT & Allergy Podcast, Cleveland Clinic rhinologist and skull base surgeon Dr. Raj Sindwani joins Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss how reducing cognitive load, improving workflows, and creating a more efficient OR environment can enhance the sur
Ep. 282 Awake Cochlear Implantation: An Expert Guide with Dr. Sarah Mowry
Have you considered performing a cochlear implant while your patient is awake? In this episode of the Backtable ENT & Allergy Podcast, Dr. Walter Kutz and Dr. Brandon Isaacson sit down with Dr. Sarah Mowry to explore her protocol for cochlear implants under local anesthesia, an approach especially relevant for older adults concerned about the cognitive risks of general anesthesia. Dr. Mowry shares
Ep. 281 Expert Insight on Congenital CMV & Pediatric Hearing Loss with Dr. Albert Park
Did you know that congenital CMV-related hearing loss can develop several years after birth? On the BackTable ENT & Allergy Podcast, hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Jeff Hyzer interview pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Albert Park about the latest evidence on congenital CMV and its role in pediatric sensorineural hearing loss. The discussion covers diagnosis, risk factors, screening protocols, testing s
Ep. 277 Molecular Diagnostics for Thyroid Nodules with Dr. Erik Alexander
For years, an indeterminate thyroid biopsy meant diagnostic surgery but molecular testing is now changing that reality entirely. On this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Ashley Agan interviews endocrinologist Dr. Erik Alexander about how molecular testing and a systematic, layered approach to thyroid nodule evaluation are reducing diagnostic surgeries and enabling more individualized pati
Ep. 266 Clinical Steps for Efficient Anaphylaxis Diagnosis & Treatment with Dr. Payel Gupta
Anaphylaxis doesn’t always look like hives and swelling. In up to 20% of cases, the skin is completely clear, making the diagnosis easy to miss. On this episode of the BackTable ENT & Allergy Podcast, Dr. Basil Kahwash speaks with Dr. Payel Gupta, allergist and immunologist at Mount Sinai in New York City, about how to recognize and manage anaphylaxis.
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Ep. 259 Understanding Coblation Tonsillectomy: Benefits, Outcomes & Techniques with Dr. Stephen Chorney
Can one surgical approach reduce postoperative bleeding, shorten recovery, and save hundreds of dollars per case? In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, Dr. Stephen Chorney, pediatric otolaryngologist at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, joins hosts Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah to discuss the benefits and techniques of coblation intracapsular tonsillectomy. Drawing f
Ep. 257 Understanding Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Diagnosis & Treatment Strategies with Dr. John Leung
Think beyond the esophagus. Up to 75% of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) patients have ENT-relevant atopic disease that is often best managed with a multidisciplinary approach. Get caught up on best practices in EoE diagnosis and treatment with this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, featuring dual board-certified gastroenterologist and allergist-immunologist Dr. John Leung and host Dr. Basil Ka
Ep. 246 How Nasal Obstruction Impacts Sleep Apnea Treatment with Dr. Scott McCusker
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:
Ep. 241 Chronic Rhinitis: Emerging Approaches & Treatments with Dr. Dennis Tang
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 Medical
Ep. 220 Managing Nasal Polyps: Treatments and Insights with Dr. Martin Citardi
Is the future of nasal polyp treatment right under our nose? In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Martin Citardi, a world-renowned rhinologist and skull-based surgeon at UTHealth Houston, discusses the latest advancements in the management of nasal polyps with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan.
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Ep. 210 Rethinking OSA: Role of the Nose with Dr. Keith Matheny and Dr. Ashwin Ananth
Is nasal obstruction the hidden culprit behind CPAP failure in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients? In this episode of BackTable ENT, host Dr. Ashley Agan discusses nasal airway obstruction’s impact on OSA with guests Dr. Keith Matheny and Dr. Ashwin Ananth.
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SYNPOSIS
The doctors emphasize the crucial role otolar
Ep. 200 Identifying Parathyroid Glands: Challenges and Innovations with Dr. Michael Singer
Can technology improve the accuracy of parathyroid tissue identification during surgery? In this episode of Backtable ENT Podcast, Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan welcome Dr. Michael Singer, an otolaryngologist specializing in minimally invasive parathyroid and thyroid surgery at Henry Ford Health in Michigan.
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Ep. 199 Advances in Early Glottic Cancer Treatment Options with Dr. Bharat Panuganti
Is a subtle voice change something to ignore? In this episode of the Backtable ENT podcast, hosts Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan speak with Dr. Bharat Panuganti, a laryngologist from Washington University in St. Louis, about the diagnosis, treatment, and management of early glottic cancer.
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SYNPOSIS
First, the doctors discuss the importance of not underestimating voice changes such as dysphon
Ep. 194 Tinnitus and Migraine: Expert Insight with Dr. Hamid Djalilian
Tinnitus remains one of otology’s greatest, most challenging, and unsolved clinical problems. In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, Dr. Hamid Djalilian, chair of otolaryngology at University of California Irvine (UCI), joins guest host and fellow otologist Dr. Walter Kutz (UT Southwestern) to discuss contemporary tinnitus therapy.
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Ep. 175 Understanding Atypical LPR: Beyond the Larynx with Dr. Inna Husain
In this episode, laryngologist Dr. Inna Husain joins host Dr. Ashley Agan for a deep dive into laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) to illuminate patient presentation, diagnostic tests, and future directions in LPR research.
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SYNPOSIS
The episode begins with a recap
Ep. 159 Eustachian Tube Dilation in the Pediatric Population with Dr. Dennis Poe
In this episode, host Dr. Ashley Agan discusses eustachian tube (ET) dilation with Dr. Dennis Poe, neurotologist and Professor of Otolaryngology at Harvard Medical School.
First, the surgeons describe clinically meaningful differences between adult and pediatric ETs. Then, Dr. Poe reviews workup of pediatric ET disorders. Since inflammation accounts for most ET dysfunction, controlling comorbid a
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