In this episode, Anton Hommer, MD, discusses the European perspective on adopting preservative-free pharmaceuticals, highlighting challenges like health care professionals’ reluctancy to change, diverse reimbursement systems, and higher costs. He compares single-use and multiuse drugs, considering factors such as environmental impact and cost-effectiveness. ... Show More
Jun 2024
Navigating the Impact of Preservatives in Ophthalmic Medications: Insights From Dr. Robert J. Noecker
In this episode, Robert J. Noecker, MD, reviews the role of preservatives, particularly benzalkonium chloride (BAK), in ophthalmic medications. While BAK effectively prevents bacterial growth, its inherent toxicity poses challenges with prolonged use, leading to symptoms associat ... Show More
13m 50s
Jun 2024
Enhancing Patient Satisfaction through BAK-Free Solutions: Dr. Miriam Kolko's Vision for Preservative-Free Eye Care
In this episode, Miriam Kolko, MD, PhD, shares her vision for preservative-free eye care. Dr. Kolko strongly advocates for patient education regarding the benefits and limitations of preservative-free alternatives, encouraging tailored treatment strategies. Ultimately, she envisi ... Show More
12m 7s
Jun 2024
Unveiling the Paradox: BAK's Role in American Pharmaceuticals With Dr. Nate Radcliffe
In this episode, Nathan Radcliffe, MD, discusses the widespread use of benzalkonium chloride (BAK) in the US ophthalmic market. Dr. Radcliffe acknowledges concerns about its long-term effects, such as exacerbating dry eye and impacting the success of incisional glaucoma surgery. ... Show More
11m 24s
Nov 2024
Remdesivir & GS-441524 for Treatment of FIP with Dr. Delmain
In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, talks with Diane Delmain, DVM, DABVP, about her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Remdesivir & GS-441524 for Treatment of FIP.” Dr. Delmain discusses the relationship between the two drugs, the hurdles veterinarians face in prescribing t ... Show More
37m 4s
Nov 2024
Ep. 201 Trailblazers in ENT: Otolaryngology, Politics and Patient Advocacy with Dr. K.J. Lee
As a physician, how would you like to be treated as a patient? A simple shift in perspective can improve both patient care and the medical system at large. In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, hosts Ashley Agan and Gopi Shah are joined by Dr. K.J. Lee, a renowned otolary ... Show More
39m 40s
Aug 2024
Ep. 143 - How AI Can Get You a Faster Diagnosis by Making Your Doctor Smarter
Dr. Dean Mitchell discusses how artificial intelligence in medicine can benefit everyone in this episode with Dr. Michael Segal, pediatric neurologist and founder of SimulConsult. They explore how AI aids doctors in making faster, more accurate diagnoses, leading to better patien ... Show More
1 h
Jan 2025
Ep. 206 ENT Hospitalists: Transforming Inpatient Care Models with Dr. Annie Wang
How can a dedicated ENT hospitalist improve patient care? In this episode of Backtable ENT Podcast, Dr. Annie Wang, an otolaryngologist at Houston Methodist Hospital, discusses her experience as a hospital-based ENT, also known as an ENT hospitalist, with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and ... Show More
49m 54s