BackTable / VI / Podcast / Episode #438
Creative Solutions to OBL Misadventures
with Dr. Omar Saleh and Dr. Mike Watts
In this episode, Dr. Omar Saleh and Dr. Mike Watts discuss the challenging aspects of vascular interventions in the OBL setting, focusing on ‘oh $#!%’ moments and how to address various complications. Both Dr. Saleh and Dr. Watts are vascular and interventional radiologist, practicing in Southern California and New Jersey, respectively.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, April 23). Ep. 438 – Creative Solutions to OBL Misadventures [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Omar Saleh
Dr. Omar Saleh is a practicing interventional radiologist with the California Vascular Center.
Dr. Mike Watts
Dr. Mike Watts is an Interventional Radiologist with Atlantic Medical Imaging in New Jersey.
Dr. Aaron Fritts
Dr. Aaron Fritts is a Co-Founder of BackTable and a practicing interventional radiologist in Dallas, Texas.
Synopsis
The doctors share specific, challenging cases they’ve encountered, including device malfunctions and unexpected outcomes during procedures. Additionally, Dr. Saleh and Dr. Watts discuss the advantages of having hybrid OBL and hospital practices, the importance of being prepared for complications by having the right tools and strategies at hand, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The conversation also touches on the value of certain devices and techniques in managing complications effectively and ensuring patient safety.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
04:53 - Creative Solutions for Complex Vascular Cases
16:47 - Hybrid Practice: Balancing OBL and Hospital Work
21:39 - The Pros and Cons of Hybrid OBL-Hospital Practices
30:34 - Navigating Complex Medical Procedures
35:09 - Importance of Preparedness and Resourcefulness in Medical Emergencies
44:38 - Advice for Handling Complicated Medical Cases
49:26 - Concluding Thoughts and Looking Ahead to Future Conferences
Resources
BackTable VI Episode 384 - New Innovations in Closure Devices with Dr. Omar Saleh and Dr. Syed Hussain:
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/384/new-innovations-in-closure-devices
BackTable VI Episode 121 - Office-Based Labs (OBLs) & What You Can Do in Them with Dr. Mike Watts:
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/121/office-based-labs-obls-what-you-can-do-in-them
BackTable VI Episode 37 - Treating PAD in the OBL with Dr. Mike Watts and Dr. Omar Saleh:
https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/37/treating-pad-in-the-obl
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