With ONE DAY until #OTOMTG26 we are highlighting our incredible medical directors, Dr. @gopibshah and Ashley Agan! Check our their panel discussion on Tuesday! See you all tomorrow!! ✈️☀️🎙️ #AAOHNS #Otolaryngology #ENT

Countdown to AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting is ON ⏳ This week we’re highlighting the BackTable episodes to hear before heading to talks and presentations. Community playlists are live in the app now👇 na2.hubs.ly/H08jSJn0 #OTOMTG26 #AAOHNS #Otolaryngology #ENT #MedicalEducation #ENTConference

How do teams handle post-op bleeds and keep tonsillectomy cases efficient? Drs. Kevin Huoh, Stephen Chorney, Gopi Shah (@gopibshah), and Ashley Agan share their go-to ER advice, why nebulized TXA is preferred, and the little surgical tweaks that make all the difference in outcomes and OR flow. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Smith+Nephew. #ENT285 #Otolaryngology #OSA #Tonsillitis #Tonsillectomy @UTSWENT @UTSWMedCenter @ESPO_PedENT @PASMeeting

Who needs a hospital bed instead of an outpatient center for tonsil surgery? Drs. Kevin Huoh, Stephen Chorney, Gopi Shah (@gopibshah), and Ashley Agan share their stepwise approach to oxygen weaning, the hidden risks behind asthma or feeding issues, and why pre-op conversations shape who sails through recovery and who needs a closer watch. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Smith+Nephew. #ENT285 #Otolaryngology #OSA #Tonsillitis #Tonsillectomy @UTSWENT @UTSWMedCenter @ESPO_PedENT @PASMeeting

How do you match the right nasal procedure to each patient’s needs? Dr. Michael Hutz and Dr. Atul Malhotra (@AtulMalhotra13) discuss when to skip surgery, how radiofrequency technology is changing turbinate and valve care, and why collaborative approaches boost CPAP success rates. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Aerin Medical. #ENT284 #Otolaryngology #OSA #TurbinateReduction #Septoplasty @UCSDHealth @rush_oto @gopibshah

Which kids breeze through recovery and which ones need a closer watch after intracapsular tonsillectomies? Drs. Kevin Huoh, Stephen Chorney, Gopi Shah (@gopibshah), and Ashley Agan break down bleeding rates, re-operation stats, and what makes certain kids higher risk for post-op respiratory complications. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Smith+Nephew. #ENT285 #Otolaryngology #OSA #Tonsillitis #IntracapsularTonsillectomy @UTSWENT @UTSWMedCenter @ESPO_PedENT @PASMeeting

How does nasal obstruction sabotage CPAP therapy? Dr. Michael Hutz and Dr. Atul Malhotra (@AtulMalhotra13) explain why opening the nasal airway is often the key to improving comfort, adherence, and sleep outcomes. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Aerin Medical. #ENT284 #Otolaryngology #OSA #CPAP #NasalObstruction @gopibshah @UCSDHealth @rush_oto

What happens when surgical tools finally start working together as a true ecosystem? Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah (@gopibshah) speak with Dr. Raj Sindwani (@MdSindwani) about the RISE system, a platform that connects navigation, cameras, drills, and shavers for seamless workflow. The discussion dives into voice control, single-pedal operation, and 4K dashboard integration, all designed to cut cognitive load and keep surgeons focused on the patient, not the equipment. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Stryker. #ENT283 #SurgeonErgonomics #SkullBaseSurgery #RISE #ORIntegration @CleClinicHNI

Could the future of sinus and skull base surgery involve a digital co-pilot in the OR? Dr. Raj Sindwani (@MdSindwani) highlights how active surgical navigation systems that highlight "no-fly zones," issue real-time alerts, and integrate augmented reality to project anatomy and preoperative plans directly onto the endoscopic view helps improve outcomes and efficiencies. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Stryker. #ENT283 #SurgeonErgonomics #SkullBaseSurgery #ORWorkflow @gopibshah @CleClinicHNI

Why do so many patients give up on CPAP? Dr. Michael Hutz and Dr. Atul Malhotra (@AtulMalhotra13) break down the real barriers to adherence, from nasal congestion to mask discomfort, and share practical solutions that can turn CPAP intolerance into long-term success. Access the full episode in the BackTable app: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Aerin Medical. #ENT284 #Otolaryngology #OSA #CPAP #NasalObstruction @gopibshah @UCSDHealth @rush_oto

How can new tools in sinus surgery improve the OR without raising stress for the team? Dr. Ashley Agan, and Dr. Gopi Shah (@gopibshah) speak with Dr. Raj Sindwani (@MdSindwani) about the real challenges of tech adoption, from staff training to choosing user-friendly devices. The conversation highlights collaborative learning, team buy-in, and why easing setup frustration makes a difference for staff and surgeons alike. Watch the full episode here: backtable.com/shows/ent/podc… This podcast is supported by Stryker. #ENT283 #SurgeonErgonomics #SkullBaseSurgery #ORWorkflow #SurgicalTechnology @CleClinicHNI

How do you approach a T4b sinonasal squamous cell carcinoma requiring complex skull base resection? This week’s Case Highlight features Dr. Joao Paulo Almeida (@joao_p_almeida), Dr. Zara Patel (@zarapatel_md), Dr. Garret Choby, and Dr. Satyan Sreenath (@SatSreenathMD) discussing transcribriform resection of a T4b squamous cell carcinoma with pericranial flap reconstruction. Explore this case and more clinical discussions in the BackTable App: backtable.com/shows/ent/case… #ENT #SkullBaseSurgery #HeadAndNeckCancer #Rhinology @Pitt_OTOHNS @PittHeadAndNeck @OtoPitt @gopibshah