The Sound of IR Podcast

Biodesign Competition Oct 01, 2023

Trying to find ways to get involved in IR? Interested in biodesign? In this episode of the Sound of IR, Steve Lazar, M4 at VCU SOM and Pareena Sharma, M3 at Medical College of Georgia, speak with the winners from the 2022-2023 SIR Biodesign Competition.
Hosts: Steve Lazar (@SteveLazarMed) and Pareena Sharma
Guests: Cailin O’Connell, Glori Das, Rohan Patil
Narration & Editing: Steve Lazar (@SteveLazarMed)

Application Season Sep 24, 2023

Gearing up for #Match2024? We've got you covered. In this episode of the Sound of IR, Subhash Gutti, MD - PGY-1 at RUSH VIR, offers pro tips for IR applications, sub-I’s, interviews, rank list, and more.
Host: Eric Cyphers (@Eric_Cyphers) & Anna Hu (@_annahu)
Guest: Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)
Narration: Steve Lazar (@SteveLazarMed)
Technical Editing: Subhash Gutti & Steve Lazar

VIR Legends Ep. 4 - Dr. Barry Katzen Jun 04, 2023

In the finale of our VIR Legends series, hosts Eric Cyphers, MS4 & Subhash Gutti, MD interview Dr. Barry Katzen about his experience as founder of the Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute (MCVI), creator of the International Symposium on Endovascular Therapy (ISET), and pioneer of Clinical VIR.
Host: Eric Cyphers (@Eric_Cyphers) & Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)
Guest: Dr. Barry Katzen (@DrBTKatzen)
Technical Editing: Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)
PR & Graphic Design: Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti) & Sunny Murthy (@Sunny_Murthy)

VIR Legends Ep. 3 - Mr. John Abele Mar 29, 2023

In this episode of the VIR Legends series, hosts Eric Cyphers, MS3 & Subhash Gutti, MS4 interview Mr. John Abele about his experience as co-founder of Boston Scientific, challenges that arose after revolutionizing procedural medicine, and the early days of IR as a field.
Host: Eric Cyphers (@Eric_Cyphers) & Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)
Technical Editing: Steve Lazar (@SteveLazarMed)
PR & Graphic Design: Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)

VIR Legends Ep. 2 - Dr. David Kumpe Dec 13, 2022

In this episode of the VIR Legends series, host Eric Cyphers, MS3 interviews Dr. David Kumpe about his role in pioneering angioplasty in the US and the early days of Neuro IR.

Host: Eric Cyphers (@Eric_Cyphers)

Technical Editing: Steve Lazar (@SteveLazarMed) & Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)

PR & Graphic Design: Sunny Murthy (@Sunny_Murthy)

VIR Legends Ep. 1 - Dr. Stanley Baum Oct 25, 2022

We recently had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Baum about his journey in IR. With permission from his family, we hope this episode gives you a snippet into his legacy. This is the first episode of our VIR Legends series.
Host: Eric Cyphers (@Eric_Cyphers)
Technical Editing: Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)
PR & Graphic Design: Sunny Murthy (@Sunny_Murthy)

Submitting Abstracts to the SIR 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting Dec 05, 2021

In this episode, hosts Nikhil Gowda and Subhash Gutti provide an overview of the SIR 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting, including logistics and tips on submitting abstracts.
Hosts: Nikhil Gowda (@NikhilGowdaM4) & Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti)
Technical Editing: Subhash Gutti

Life as a Leader and Parent in IR (Part 1) with Dr. Barbara Hamilton Dec 05, 2021

In this episode, we catch up with Dr. Barbara Hamilton from Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, CA. She shares her journey to IR, her experience as a female in male-dominated work environments, and advice for financial empowerment. This episode is the first of a two-part interview (Pt. 2 coming soon). You can follow Dr. Hamilton on Twitter at @TSuperheroine.
Hosts: Hannah Clode (@HannahClode) & Nerina DiSomma (@DiSommaNerina).
Technical Editing & Outro: Subhash Gutti (@Subhash_Gutti).
Referenced links:
https://tiredsuperheroine.com
https://tiredsuperheroine.com/is-it-safe-to-use-fluoroscopy-when-youre-pregnant/
https://evtoday.com/articles/2019-feb/an-interview-with-barbara-hamilton-md

IR Suite Talk #2: TwittIR with Erik Winterholler, Hannah Clode, & Albert Jiao Aug 18, 2019

We discuss interventional radiology's presence on Twitter with the current medical student manager of the SIR-RFS Twitter page, Albert Jiao. Check out Albert's article about how to join the IR world on Twitter and who to follow. Our Twitter handles: Albert (@AlbertJiaoRad) Erik (@e_winterholler) Hannah (@HannahClode) Music: Company Logo (innovative) Music URL: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Music_Logos/Scott_Holmes_-_12_-_Company_Logo_innovative Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

Surviving 4th Year as an IR/DR Applicant Part 2: Interview Season with Nerina DiSomma, Jag Sandhu & Ben Roush May 10, 2019

In today's episode our hosts interview recently matched 4th year medical students Benjamin Roush, Jagteshwar Sandhu, and Nerina DiSomma who give tips and advice on interview season. Hosts: Erik Winterholler & Hannah Clode Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Surviving 4th Year as an IR/DR Applicant Part 1: Away Rotations & VSLO with Nerina DiSomma & Benjamin Roush Apr 05, 2019

In today's episode our hosts interview recently matched 4th year medical students, Nerina DiSomma & Benjamin Roush, who give tips and advice on how to succeed during away rotations. Hosts: Erik Winterholler & Adam Swersky Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Research & Academic Interventional Radiology with Dr. AJ Gunn by Benjamin Roush & Jagteshwar Sandhu Mar 05, 2019

In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. AJ Gunn to discuss his journey into Academia as an Interventional Radiologist. We also discuss the current state of research in Interventional Radiology and look forward towards what the next generation can do to help propel IR into the future. Hosts: Benjamin Roush & Jagteshwar Sandhu Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Clinical IR & Aortic Disease with Dr. Geogy Vatakencherry by Benjamin Roush & Jagteshwar Sandhu Feb 27, 2019

In today's episode we are joined by Dr. Geogy Vatakencherry while at ISET 2019 to discuss the role of Interventional Radiology in treating aortic aneurysmal disease. We discuss the indications for endograft placement, management of these patients, techniques, and troubleshooting of difficult endografts and endoleaks. We also discuss the importance of maintaining a clinical perspective and treating the patient & the disease, not just performing a procedure. We end our conversation discussing the future of IR and how the new training pathway will help our future Interventional Radiologists to succeed as the patient's doctor, not just the doctor's doctor. Hosts: Benjamin Roush & Jagteshwar Sandhu Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Uterine Fibroid Embolization & Starting an Outpatient Interventional Radiology Practice with Dr. John Lipman by Hannah Clode & Benjamin Roush Feb 20, 2019

In today's episode we are joined by Dr. John Lipman, an interventional radiologist practicing in Atlanta, GA who not only built his own private IR outpatient center, the Atlanta Interventional Insititue, but also has completed over 7,000 UFE procedures. Dr. Lipman explains his path in IR, and how he was able to start his solo practice and the Atlanta Fibroid Center. Join us as we learn about the technical and hollistic aspects of UFE as well as the tremendous push towards the educating the public about UFE via the #DontLoseYourU campaign. Dr. Lipman also discusses how to bridge the gap between OBGYN & IR to improve Fibroid Care for women and balance the ratio of hysterectomies and UFE in both IR education Hosts: Benjamin Roush & Hannah Clode Script Editing: Nerina DiSomma Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

The History of Interventional Radiology with Dr. Barry Katzen by Jagteshwar Sandhu & Benjamin Roush Feb 01, 2019

On today's episode Ben & Jag interview Dr. Barry T. Katzen, a singular pioneer of Interventional Radiology. We discuss his career, and what motivated him to become an innovator. We explore what he attributes to his passion for clinical medicine and how he was able to create the gold standard for clinical IR & multi-disciplinary clinic in Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute. We also examine where live case education began and how it has become the cornerstone of the International Symposium on Endovascular Therapy. This interview was completed on site at ISET 2019 & we want to thank the wonderful team of people that helped to make this possible. Hosts: Benjamin Roush, Jagteshwar Sandhu & Hannah Clode Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush & Hannah Clode Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR & Critical Limb Ischemia with Dr. Kumar Madassery & Dr. Mike Watts by Benjamin Roush & Erik Winterholler Jan 27, 2019

Special Announcement at the top of the episode about the Sound of IR team & ISET 2019. In today's episode we discuss the role of Interventional Radiology in the care of patients with Critical Limb Ischemia. In addition we discuss Dr. Watts office based lab practice and the future of Periphal Arterial Disease in IR Residency. Hosts: Benjamin Roush & Erik Winterholler Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR SuiteTalk #1: Mortality & Paclitaxel Devices, Palliative IR, Clinical Radiology, & USMLE PassFail Debate Jan 22, 2019

On this episode we discuss the recent controversy regarding an article showing increased risk of death following application of paclitaxel‐coated devices, Palliative Interventional Radiology and increasing need for clinical radiology, and the debate regarding USMLE testing. Music for the IR SuiteTalk mini-series is [Corporate Success](http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/Corporate__Motivational_Music/Corporate_Success) by Scott Holmes From the [Free Music Archive](http://freemusicarchive.org) CC BY-NC 4.0

The Future of IR with Dr. Charles Ray by Hannah Clode & Benjamin Roush Jan 14, 2019

In this episode we discuss the past, present, and future of IR as seen through the eyes of former present of the Society of Interventional Radiology, Dr. Charles Ray. Dr. Ray also imparts invaluable tips and advice about mentorship, applicable to all our listeners. Hosts: Benjamin Roush & Hannah Clode Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Women in IR with Dr. Agnieszka (Agnes) Solberg by Hannah Clode & Nerina DiSomma Oct 04, 2018

During this episode we discuss women in IR with Dr. Agnieszka (Agnes) Solberg. She shares her journey to IR, her broad scope of practice in Bismarck, obstacles women face, tools to succeed, & more! You can follow Dr. Agnes Solberg on Twitter @AgnesSolberg. You can also follow the Women in Radiology twitter account @RadiologyChicks and the Future Radiology Chicks Facebook group, both of which she manages. This is the first of many episodes highlighting the accomplishments of women in IR. Hosts: Hannah Clode & Nerina DiSomma Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush & Nerina DiSomma Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR Training in Private Pracademia: An Interview with Dr. James Swischuk by Nerina DiSomma & Benjamin Roush Aug 30, 2018

During this episode we discuss with Dr. James Swischuk his background in radiology, how he decided to practice in Peoria, how it became a clinical practice early on, the birth of their vascular institute, & more! This is an ongoing series on different private practice models that will continue throughout this season. Hosts: Nerina DiSomma & Benjamin Roush Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR & Superficial Venous Disease: Interview with Dr. Aaron Shiloh by Kunal Karani & Erik Winterholler Aug 22, 2018

In today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Shiloh, a private practice interventional radiologist who practices just outside of Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Aaron Shiloh joins us to discuss superficial venous disease. While usually not a life-threatening disease process, superficial venous disease is extremely common and inflicts a huge burden on the population overall. In addition, Dr. Shiloh compares and contrasts the private practice setting versus the academic setting, revealing new perspectives on a career in IR. You can follow Dr. Aaron Shiloh on Twitter @drsclero and @drshiloh, and on Instagram @drsclero. We hope you find this episode enlightening and entertaining. This is an ongoing series on different private practice models that will continue throughout this season. Hosts: Kunal Karani, Erik Winterholler & Benjamin Roush Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Prostate Artery Embolization: Interview with Dr. Raj Ayyagari by Sanna Herwald & Mansur Ghani Aug 16, 2018

In this episode Dr. Ayyagari discusses how he decided to pursue Interventional Radiology, his passion for Urological health, his path to focusing on PAE in his practice, and the basics of PAE as a procedure. Hosts: Sanna Herwald & Mansur Ghani Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR & Dialysis Patients: Interview with Dr. Aaron Brandis by Allison Couillard & Darshan Parikh Aug 08, 2018

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Brandis talks about the role of Interventional Radiology in caring for patients on dialysis and the importance of managing dialysis access. Hosts Darshan Parikh and Allison Couillard interview Dr. Brandis and discuss his passion for dialysis interventions and why these procedures are often some of the most difficult for an interventional radiologist to perform. He also discusses the KDOQI guidelines and Fistula First Breakthrough Initiative. The interview closes with some advice from Dr. Brandis to students interested in interventional radiology. Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR & Stroke Therapy: Interview with Dr. Sabeen Dhand by Sanna Herwald & Jagteshwar Sandhu Aug 02, 2018

An interview with Dr. Sabeen Dhand focusing on the role of Interventional Radiology in the care of patients suffering from an ischemic stroke. Hosts: Sanna Herwald & Jagteshwar Sandhu Dr. Dhand discusses his journey to IR, his current practice and his decision to learn and practice stroke therapy. Dr. Dhand also discusses how he as a body IR became involved in what is classically a Neuro Interventional Radiology intervention, the future of stroke therapy, mobile CT Units, and the future of IR in Neuro-IR. They end their discussion with the current trials, DAWN & DEFUSE-3, and their effect on the field. If you'd like to learn more please check out Dr. Dhand's SIR RFS Webinar on stroke therapy found in the show links or the previously mentioned trials. Technical Editing: Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

The Identity of an Interventional Radiologist: Interview with Dr. Eric Keller by Nerina DiSomma & Erik Winterholler Jul 18, 2018

Today we'll be discussing the field of Interventional Radiology, specifically the anthropology of IR and professional identify formation with Dr. Eric Keller. Hosts: Nerina DiSomma and Erik Winterholler Our discussion covers topics from his background in analysis of the culture of medicine, with a special interest in the culture of IR. One of his most recent articles is found in the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, and is titled, "Who We Are and What We Can Become: An Analysis of Professional Identity Formation in IR" (J Vasc Interv Radiol 2017;28:850–856). He discusses the anthropology of IR and the heterogenous identity of those within the specialty. On this episode of The Sound of IR, we have a conversation with Dr. Eric Keller about his work, the rapidly evolving field of IR, and how professional identity is shaped within the newest independent medical specialty. Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR in Private Practice Part 1: Interview with Dr. Venu Vadlamudi by Nerina DiSomma & Benjamin Roush Jul 11, 2018

Today we'll be discussing the field of Interventional Radiology, specifically in private practice with Dr. Venu Vadlamudi. Hosts: Nerina DiSomma and Benjamin Roush Our discussion covers topics from his background in both Neuro IR & Body IR, the structure of his practice, working with pioneers of the field who work in private practice, & the future of the field. One specific topic is a discussion that occured on SIR Connect titled, "The Elephant in the Room" which brought up the difficulties of finding 100% IR jobs in today's workplace & how a full-time IR is valued in a radiology practice. This will be the first of a series of episodes on private practice. If you'd like to follow Dr. Vadlamudi on twitter you can find him: @VV_VIRNIR & his private practice group: @AlexCVIR. We hope you enjoy this episode! Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

The Sound of IR - Season 2 Preview - An Interventional Radiology Podcast Jul 09, 2018

The Sound of IR podcast is back this summer and the trailer is here! The Sound of IR is an auditory resource that will educate and excite medical students about the field of Interventional Radiology. Listen to the trailer to learn more about what will be featured during this upcoming season. Hosts: Nerina DiSomma and Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Pulmonary Embolism & Interventional Radiology: Interview with Dr. Osman Ahmed by Adam Swersky & Sanna Herwald Apr 30, 2018

Today we’ll be talking about pulmonary embolism - from pathophysiology to management, the role that interventional radiology plays in treating this disease, and the multidisciplinary future of the field. Hosts: Adam Swersky and Benjamin Roush We welcome on Dr. Osman Ahmed, an interventional radiologist at Rush University Medical Center, and soon to be interventional radiologist at the University of Chicago Medical Center for the discussion. Dr. Ahmed completed his medical education at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, radiology residency at the University of Chicago Medical Center, and his IR fellowship at Stanford Hospital and Clinics. You can follow Dr. Ahmed on twitter @TheRealDoctorOs and @JVIRMedia Visit www.pertconsortium.org for more information on the PERT Consortium Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Pediatric Interventional Radiology Part 2: Interview with Dr. Leah Braswell by Adam Swersky & Benjamin Roush Apr 21, 2018

A comprehensive discussion about pediatric IR with Dr. Leah Braswell. Hosts: Adam Swersky and Benjamin Roush Dr. Braswell is a pediatric interventional radiologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She received her MD, residency training, and fellowship training at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Follow her on twitter @LeahBraswellMD Check out the following links for more information on pediatric IR. http://rfs.sirweb.org/service-lines/pediatric-service-line/ https://www.spir.org Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

IR Endoscopy - Interview with Dr. Jeffrey Chick & Dr. Ravi Srinivasa by Sanna Herwald & Benjamin Roush Apr 13, 2018

Introduction to IR Endoscopy, the traditional use of endoscopy in biliary and gallbladder disease and the future of Interventional Radiology Endoscopy Hosts: Sanna Herwald, Michelle Shnayder & Benjamin Roush Special Thanks to Michelle Shnayder for writing the script for this episode. Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Introduction to Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholecystoscopy (Mini-Episode) Apr 06, 2018

Interview of Dr. Harjit Singh by Dr. Pouya Aghajafari. Learn how interventional radiologists use endoscopic techniques through the skin to treat biliary disease. Hosts: Adam Swersky & Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

Peripheral Arterial Disease - Interview with Dr. Kumar Madassery by Sanna Herwald & Benjamin Roush Mar 30, 2018

Peripheral Arterial Disease Management & Interventions. The role of Interventional Radiology in PAD. Hosts: Adam Swersky & Benjamin Roush Music: Balloons Rising by A. A. Aalto Find the link on our website CC BY NC

GI Bleeding - Interview with Dr. Aaron Brandis by Benjamin Roush & Sanna Herwald Mar 15, 2018

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Pediatric Interventional Radiology - Interview with Dr. Aparna Annam by Dr. Rajat Chand Mar 10, 2018

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