Ep. 308 Navigating Shared Decision-Making in Bladder Cancer Treatment with Dr. Kelly Bree, Dr. Meredith Donahue, and Dr. Saum Ghodoussipour

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   30 Jun 2026 · 36 min

   Ep. 313 Approaches to Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection in Contemporary Prostate Cancer Surgery with Dr. Kristen Greene

   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.backtable.com/app --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction03:12 - Risk Calculators and Consent04:39 - Nomograms vs. Complications09:57 - Endpoints That Matter11:38 - PSMA…

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   25 Jun 2026 · 31 min

   Ep. 312 Managing Intravesical Therapy Toxicities in Bladder Cancer with Dr. Meredith Donahue and Mary Dunn, NP

   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 symptom management, patient education, catheter techniques, and streamlined operational protocols across both established and emerging intravesical therapies. ---…

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   23 Jun 2026 · 55 min

   Ep. 311 Career Diversification for Urologists Beyond the Clinic with Dr. Pat Keegan and Dr. Kelly Parsons

   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 traditional clinical practice. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction05:36 - Choosing a Non-Clinical Path11:07 -…

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   18 Jun 2026 · 44 min

   Ep. 310 Bladder Cancer Risk Stratification: Best Practices with Dr. Sunil Patel and Dr. Kristen Scarpato

   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 interpretation, risk-group assignment, evolving diagnostic tools, and the impact these factors have on treatment decisions and patient outcomes. --- Get the BackTable…

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   16 Jun 2026 · 43 min

   Ep. 309 Advancing Urologic Reconstruction with Robotics with Dr. Ziho Lee

   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-port platforms, new strategies for managing ureteral strictures and urinary diversion, and how research, training, and patient-reported outcomes are shaping the future of…

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   9 Jun 2026 · 41 min

   Ep. 307 Germline & Somatic Testing in Prostate Cancer Therapy with Dr. Tanya Dorff and Dr. Evan Yu

   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.backtable.com/app --- This podcast is supported by an educational grant from Pfizer. --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction02:18 - Who Gets Somatic Testing?06:43 -…

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   4 Jun 2026 · 45 min

   Ep. 306 Ep. 306 Launching Co-Managed APP/MD Clinics for Bladder Cancer with Dr. Amy Luckenbaugh and Meredith Donahue DNP

   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 complexity, the team discusses adapting care models to new realities. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- This podcast is supported by an educational…

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   2 Jun 2026 · 49 min

   Ep. 305 Immune Therapy Innovations for BCG Unresponsive Cancer with Dr. Sam Chang

   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 sequencing, and surveillance, and the value of emerging biomarkers, empowering urologists to make more informed, personalized decisions in complex cases of NMIBC. --- Get the…

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   26 May 2026 · 42 min

   Ep. 304 Optimizing Office Protocols for Urological Incontinence Procedures with Dr. Michael Kennelly and Dr. Jason Kim

   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.backtable.com/app --- This podcast was developed in collaboration withSociety of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine & Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU)…

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    19 May 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

    Ep. 303 PARP Inhibitors: Clinical Trials & Real-World Applications with Dr. Neeraj Agarwal and Dr. Arun Azad

    Keeping patients on PARP inhibitors long enough to see real benefit often comes down to proactive side effect management. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Neeraj Agarwal and Dr. Arun Azad join host Dr. Alan Tan to discuss practical, evidence-based strategies for managing hematologic and GI toxicities in advanced prostate cancer patients receiving PARP inhibitors. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- This podcast is supported by an educational grant from Pfizer. --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction06:17 - Managing Anemia11:12 - Side Effect Profiles19:33 -…