How do you sort through therapy options for patients after BCG failure? Dr. Sarah Psutka (@spsutkaMD) and Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) cover their real-world treatment algorithm, how they counsel patients on cystectomy, and what makes sustained gemcitabine delivery stand out for the right patients. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by Johnson & Johnson. #URO320 #BladderCancer #NMIBC #IntravesicalTherapy @VUMChealth @uwurology @EUplatinum

What should you do when PSA density is high but MRI is negative? Dr. Tarik Benidir (@TarikBenidir) and Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) explain why re-review, context, and pre-biopsy MRI matter, and why PSA velocity alone shouldn’t drive the biopsy decision. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by Cleveland Diagnostics. #URO325 #ProstateCancer #PSATesting #ProstateBiopsy #UrologicOncology @UF_Urology @VUMChealth

What happens when a successful private practice takes on a new role: training the next generation of urologists? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Javier Castillo joins Dr. Oche Silva (@drjesilva) to share how his practice in Puerto Rico evolved to incorporate an academic urology residency program while continuing to navigate the realities of a busy private practice. They discuss teaching residents in the OR, building a research culture, individualizing BPH treatment, and exploring how AI and home uroflowmetry could open the door to more preventive approaches in urology. 🔗 Check out the full episode → backtable.com/shows/urology/… #UrologyResidency #MedicalEducation #BackTableUrology #URO331 @RuchikaTalwarMD @AdventHealth @PonceHealthSU

How can clinicians navigate the expanding menu of therapies for BCG-unresponsive bladder cancer? Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) asks Dr. Sam S Chang (@UroCancerMD) to share his key takeaways, highlighting the value of exploring multiple treatment options, understanding side effect similarities, and the practical realities distinguishing FDA-approved therapies. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of collaboration, referral, and ongoing research to ensure patients have access to innovative care. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by ANKTIVA. #URO305 #NMIBC #BladderCancer #BCGFailure #UrologicOncology @VUMChealth @VUMCDiscoveries

How can reconstructive urologists bridge the quality of life gap for cancer survivors? This week on BackTable Urology, join Dr. George Koch (@_KochDoc) and Dr. Hiren Patel (@hirenpMD) as they examine survivorship in urologic care and the important role reconstructive urologists have in addressing patient quality of life concerns after cancer treatment. Stay tuned for the end of the episode where Dr. Patel overviews a robotic ureteral reconstruction case performed via a single-port! Access the full episode here: na2.hubs.ly/H07Z_Tq0 #URO330 #Urology #GURS @OSU_Urology @uwurology @UCSFUrology @RuchikaTalwarMD

Oral boards prep hasn't appreciably changed in decades, so I built MockUro, an AI examiner that walks you through ~250 canonical urology cases in Socratic Q&A format, grades your free-form answers across key domains, and adapts your study plan to your weak spots 🧵

How does the reality of transurethral removal of bladder tumor procedure (TURBT) compare to its reputation as a simple procedure? Dr. Charles Peyton (@ccp1983) and Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) explore bleeding, anxiety, and the financial fallout that patients face with recurring bladder tumor resections. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… #URO323 #BladderCancer #NMIBC #TURBT @VUMCDiscoveries @UABUrology

How do you counsel patients about efficacy and real-world side effects of Gem-iDRS? Dr. Sarah Psutka (@spsutkaMD) and Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) break down trial results, FDA approval criteria, and their go-to strategies for managing urinary symptoms and keeping patients on track with therapy. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by Johnson & Johnson. #URO320 #BladderCancer #NMIBC #IntravesicalTherapy @VUMChealth @uwurology @EUplatinum

How can urologists move past a one-size-fits-all approach to PSA? Dr. Tarik Benidir (@TarikBenidir) and Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) discuss smarter use of repeat testing, patient education, and why age and prostate size are key context clues. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by Cleveland Diagnostics. #URO325 #ProstateCancer #PSATesting #ProstateBiopsy #UrologicOncology @UF_Urology @VUMChealth

Could urine biomarkers and AI tools soon change how we monitor and treat non-muscle invasive bladder cancer? In this episode of BackTable Urology Podcast, Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) and Dr. Sam Chang (@UroCancerMD) discuss the promise of urinary tumor DNA for disease detection, therapy monitoring, and personalized response prediction. They explore how AI pathology models may allocate therapies more precisely and signal a shift toward precision oncology in NMIBC. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by ANKTIVA. #URO305 #NMIBC #BladderCancer #AIMedicine #UrineBiomarkers #PrecisionOncology @VUMChealth @VUMCDiscoveries

Bladder outlet obstruction from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) has a complex landscape of treatment options. This episode of BackTable Urology with @drjesilva and @DrJohnMDiBi overviews the complexities of workup and treatment selection for these patients, highlighting the need to evaluate patient goals, symptom progression, patient history and anatomy, and procedure-specific considerations such as durability. Listen to the full episode on the BackTable App: backtable.com/shows/urology/… #URO329 #BOO #BPH #Urology #TreatmentSelection @UFHealth @UF_Urology @AdventHealth

Honored to share a very fun conversation on the BackTable Podcast @_backtableUro about BPH and the various surgical modalities: backtable.com/shows/urology/… 🎧

How do you tailor OAB treatment for elderly patients with cognitive decline and recurrent UTIs? Dr. Tracey Wilson (@traceywilsonmd), Dr. Kenneth Peters (@KennethMPeters1), and Dr. Jannah Thompson walk through real-world strategies, device selection, and the art of involving caregivers and adapting as dementia progresses. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast was developed in collaboration with @sufuorg. #URO318 #SUFU #Neuromodulation #OAB #UrinaryIncontinence @BeaumontUrology @UABUrology @TrinityHealthMI @RuchikaTalwarMD

How do you balance surveillance, symptom relief, and patient preference when tumors keep coming back? Dr. Charles Peyton (@ccp1983) and Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) share their real-world strategy for managing pesky bladder cancer in the community, from clinic ablation to the decision for TURBT. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… #URO323 #BladderCancer #NMIBC #TURBT @VUMCDiscoveries @UABUrology

Can keeping gemcitabine in the bladder longer boost results for BCG unresponsive NMIBC? Dr. Sarah Psutka (@spsutkaMD) and Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) discuss the science, patient conversations, and what sets this new intravesical device apart. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by Johnson & Johnson. #URO320 #BladderCancer #NMIBC #IntravesicalTherapy #GEMiRDS @VUMChealth @uwurology @EUplatinum

How should clinicians approach post-induction surveillance for bladder cancer? In this episode of BackTable Urology Podcast, Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) and Dr. Sam Chang (@UroCancerMD) discuss the rationale for initial OR cystoscopy with CYSVIEW, differences in evaluating CIS and papillary disease, and the nuances of immunotherapy response timelines. The conversation emphasizes data-driven decision-making and the value of repeat induction in select patients. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/urology/… This podcast is supported by ANKTIVA. #URO305 #NMIBC #BladderCancer #Cystoscopy @VUMCDiscoveries @VUMChealth

We’re excited to see Tracey Wilson, M.D., FACS, featured on the BackTable Urology Podcast! @traceywilsonmd @_backtableUro

OAB care now offers more options than ever. How do you find the best path for each patient? Dr. Jannah Thompson and @SuzetteESutherl break down shared decision-making, patient navigation, and the latest advances in OAB therapy. Listen to the full episode: na2.hubs.ly/H07Ks5p0 This podcast is supported by Medtronic Pelvic Health. #URO328 #Urology #OAB #URPS #SUFU