BackTable Vascular and Interventional

What is the emerging role of bioresorbable scaffolds in treating tibial artery disease, and how do they compare with traditional stenting and drug delivery approaches? In this crossover episode with @_backtablecards, host Dr. Sabeen Dhand (@SDhandMD) interviews Dr. Sahil Parikh (@sahilparikhmd), an interventional cardiologist at Columbia with bioengineering training in drug-eluting stent technology, about tibial artery stenting and drug delivery. Dr. Parikh explains paclitaxel vs sirolimus/limus agents, why paclitaxel dominated peripheral devices due to binding properties, and how peripheral therapy has lagged coronaries. 🎧 Listen to the full episode on the BackTable App: na2.hubs.ly/H06FXZM0 This podcast is sponsored by: Abbott Cardiovascular (@AbbottCardio) #VI663 #CV43 #InterventionalRadiology #InterventionalCardiology #VascularSurgery #BTK #PAD #CLTI #CLI #BackTable

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How do the new BCLC guidelines shape HCC treatment pathways? Dr. Neil Mehta, Dr. Tyler Sandow (@bayouteazy) and Dr. Riad Salem (@riadsalemIR) review the evidence and consensus behind the 2025 update. Discussion topics include Y-90 and SBRT advances, high-volume tumor board dynamics, and the "CUSE" approach to complex decision-making. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/vi/podca… This podcast is supported by Sirtex and Boston Scientific. #VI641 #HCC #InterventionalRadiology #LiverCancer #BCLC

How do you approach pulmonary AVM embolization in a patient with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) and multiple tortuous pulmonary AVMs? This week's Case Highlight explores procedural considerations for PAVM embolization with Dr. Brian Funaki, Dr. Nima Kokabi and Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy. (@kavikrishVIR) Explore more clinical cases and discussions in the BackTable App 📲: backtable.com/shows/vi/cases… #InterventionalRadiology #Embolization #HHT #MedEd

With multiple training pathways, how can you determine which is the right choice for your career and clinical goals? In this episode of the BackTable podcast, host Dr. Neil Jain (@DigitalAngio) speaks with interventional radiologist Dr. John Cieslak (@JohntheLab) about the Early Specialization in Interventional Radiology (ESIR) pathway and how it compares with integrated IR/DR and independent IR training routes. 🎧 Listen to the full episode on the BackTable App: na2.hubs.ly/H06zWTv0 #VI662 #InterventionalRadiology #Residency #ESIR #Education

How are IRs taking advantage of evolving technologies to maximize control and minimize metal in modern embolization? Dr. Harris Chengazi (@ChengaziMD) joins Dr. Sabeen Dhand (@SDhandMD) to break down the mechanics of next-generation vascular plugs and point embolization devices, diving into ☑️ sizing paradigms to optimize occlusion ☑️ delivery, positioning, and deployment techniques for reliable variceal obliteration ☑️ intraprocedural and follow-up imaging advantages 🎧 Tune in to the episode on the BackTable app: na2.hubs.ly/H06wk5b0 This podcast is supported by Okami Medical. #VI661 #InterventionalRadiology #VascularPlug #PARTO #VenousEmbolization #Embo #VIR #Varices #IRad #MedEd @OkamiMedical

Thanks for celebrating with us! @ZTBerman @AaronFrittsMD @RuchikaTalwarMD @HadyLichaaMD @Kate_Baker_MD and more!

Last month, we welcomed physician contributors, podcast guests, and industry partners to our new BackTable HQ and recording studio in San Diego! Here's a look behind the scenes at the conversations and community that help make each episode possible. 🎙️

Can intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) become a standard for complex below the knee (BTK) interventions? Drs. Ally Baheti and Nicholas Petruzzi examine current obstacles, including lack of dedicated reimbursement, limited catheter lengths, and the demand for more clinical data. They also discuss IVL’s strengths in calcified lesions and the future outlook for BTK care. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/vi/podca… This podcast is supported by Shockwave. #VI634 #InterventionalRadiology #IVL #PeripheralArteryDisease #PAD

What factors tip the scales between surgery and locoregional therapy in HCC? Dr. Neil Mehta, Dr. Tyler Sandow and Dr. Riad Salem discuss a real-world case of a biopsy-proven 4.8 cm tumor in a cirrhotic patient. They break down surgical resection, radiation segmentectomy, the roles of age, portal hypertension, AFP, and the value of multidisciplinary review. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/vi/podca… This podcast is supported by Sirtex and Boston Scientific. #VI641 #HCC #InterventionalRadiology #LiverCancer

How is portal vein embolization pushing the boundaries of liver tumor resectability, and what does it take to induce hypertrophy without compromising the remnant liver? In this episode, interventional radiologist Dr. David Madoff (@dcmadoff) of @Yale_IR joins Dr. Michael Barraza (@JMichaelBarraza) to discuss the pathophysiological rationale, technical considerations, and emerging clinical paradigms of performing PVE to augment the future liver remnant prior to resection and reduce the risk of postoperative liver failure. 🎧 Tune in to the episode on the BackTable app → na2.hubs.ly/H06t32-0 #VI660 #InterventionalRadiology #IRad #RadTwitter #PortalVeinEmbolization #LiverSurgery #MedEd

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One thing we’ve started this year @JeffCVIR is #BacktableMondays for resident learning. This morning is @DigitalAngio’s latest episode on venous reconstruction featuring @gpzamboni, great episode! @_backtable @SIRRFS

How do you safely combine Y90 radioembolization with immunotherapy to treat HCC when traditional guidelines suggest your hands are tied? In this episode of the 2026 HCC Creator Weekend™, Dr. Lingling Du and Dr. @BeauToskichMD join Dr. Tyler Sandow (@bayouteazy) to discuss the ins and outs of modern combination therapy for HCC, diving into ☑️ considerations in dosing and sequencing of locoregional and systemic therapies ☑️ strategies for approaching unpredictable tumor behavior ☑️ implications of recent trials in expanding TARE utility and improving patient outcomes 🎧 Listen to the episode on the BackTable app: na2.hubs.ly/H06mCFm0 This podcast is supported by Sirtex and Boston Scientific. #VI659 #InterventionalRadiology #Immunotherapy #Oncology #MedEd #IRad #Y90 #Radioembolization #HCC @MayoClinicFL_IR @OchsnerHealth @OchsnerHemOnc

Why is intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) gaining ground in the outpatient setting? Drs. Ally Baheti and Nicholas Petruzzi discuss how this technology enables better stent expansion at lower pressures and dramatically reduces distal embolization risk, as shown in the Disrupt PAD III trial. The ability to skip embolic protection filters not only cuts costs but also boosts efficiency in outpatient settings. They also touch on IVL’s role as a standalone or adjunct therapy alongside atherectomy for select lesions. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/vi/podca… This podcast is supported by Shockwave. #VI634 #InterventionalRadiology #IVL #OBL #Arthrectomy

This week’s Case Highlight explores embolization for refractory bleeding from rectal varices with Dr. Alex Villalobos (@Villalobos_MD), Dr. Nima Kokabi, Dr. Brian Funaki and Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy (@kavikrishVIR). Explore more clinical cases and discussions in the BackTable App: backtable.com/shows/vi/cases… #InterventionalRadiology #PortalHypertension #Embolization #MedEd

How will expeditionary IR adapt and advance to meet the challenges of the next generation of combat operations? In this episode of the Backtable Podcast, host Dr. Ally Baheti (@bahetimd) speaks with Air Force IR physicians Dr. John Pavlus (@drjohnpavlus) (Brooke Army Medical Center) and Dr. Jonathon Schutt (PGY2 at Yale) about expeditionary interventional radiology (EIR). 🎧 Listen to the full episode on the BackTable App: na2.hubs.ly/H06kP2F0 #VI658 #InterventionalRadiology #ExpeditionaryInterventionalRadiology #MilitaryMedicine #Trauma #Embolization

Will the 2026 coding changes support or challenge your OBL’s financial health? Drs. Ally Baheti and Nicholas Petruzzi explore new reimbursement rules for IVL, clarify territory-based updates, and caution about CMS’s vague “complex” definitions. Will these changes finally bridge the gap for complex CLI work in the OBL? Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/vi/podca… This podcast is supported by Shockwave. #VI634 #InterventionalRadiology #OBL #IVL #MedicalCoding

What do you do when Y-90 doesn’t deliver the results you expected? In this episode of the 2026 HCC Creator Weekend™, host Dr. Tyler Sandow is joined by Drs. @BeauToskichMD and Juan Gimenez to discuss the technical challenges and troubleshooting strategies that can make or break a Y-90 radioembolization case. Together, they explore innovative approaches like the PREDATr technique, share tips for reducing complications, and offer guidance on optimizing outcomes for patients with complex liver tumors. 🎧 Tune into the full episode on the BackTable App: na2.hubs.ly/H06hk4X0 This podcast is supported by supported by an educational grant from Sirtex and Boston Scientific. #VI657 #InterventionalRadiology #IRad #VIR #HCC #Y90 #Radioembolization #MedEd #BackTable @OchsnerHealth @MayoClinicFL_IR

This week’s Case Highlight explores embolization for bleeding esophageal varices in a patient with portal hypertension with Dr. Alex Villalobos (@Villalobos_MD), Dr. Nima Kokabi, Dr. Brian Funaki and Dr. Venkatesh Krishnasamy (@kavikrishVIR). Explore more clinical cases and discussions in the BackTable App: backtable.com/shows/vi/cases… #InterventionalRadiology #PortalHypertension #Embolization #MedEd

Are new technologies and teamwork the key to better fibroid treatment? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, Drs. Francis Kang (@fkangMD) and Neil Resnick join host Dr. Chris Beck to share how multidisciplinary treatment planning is reshaping uterine fibroid management, from patient selection and referral patterns to procedural techniques that improve outcomes. 🎧 Tune into the full episode on the BackTable App: na2.hubs.ly/H06d2ZW0 This podcast is supported by TriSalus Life Sciences #VI656 #InterventionalRadiology #IRad #VIR #OBGYN #UterineFibroid #UterineFibroidEmbolization #UFE #MedEd #BackTable @RWJMS @umassmemorial