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Listen "Ep. 203 Navigating Frontal Sinus Surgery with Dr. P.J. Wormald"
Episode Synopsis
How can new tools help you be successful in sinus surgery? In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, Dr. Peter-John “PJ” Wormald, Chair of Otolaryngology at Adelaide and Flinders Universities, delves into the complexities of frontal sinus surgery and innovative solutions for common surgical challenges with hosts Dr. Ashley Agan and Dr. Gopi Shah.
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SYNPOSIS
The surgeons discuss chronic frontal sinus disease, when to consider surgery, and optimal post-operative care. Dr. Wormald shares his surgical strategies, including the use of innovative technologies like Chitogel and 3D CT planning software for better surgical outcomes. He also touches on the challenges in training new surgeons and the potential for advances in medical simulation to improve surgical education. This thorough discussion offers insights into the latest techniques and innovations in sinus surgery.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
03:46 - Understanding Chronic Frontal Sinus Disease
07:57 - Approach to Sinus Surgery
13:27 - Antibiotic and Steroid Use in Sinus Treatment
18:23 - Patient Consultation and Decision Making
22:51 - Training the Next Generation of Surgeons
36:29 - Analyzing Surgical Factors & Predicting Surgical Outcomes
47:37 - Post-Operative Management
59:02 - Biologics and Long-Term Care
01:07:42 - Innovations in Surgical Training & Final Thoughts
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RESOURCES
BackTable+ for ENT
https://plus.backtable.com/pages/ent
PJ Wormald Profile
https://researchers.adelaide.edu.au/profile/peterj.wormald
Free Stryker Software for Windows
https://www.dropbox.com/s/r4sodtqv221c5yk/Stryker%20Building%20Blocks%203.6.0%20Windows%20Setup%20-%20FESS%202022.exe?dl=0
Free Stryker Software for Mac
https://www.dropbox.com/s/0iac9pmzdz0lqkz/Stryker%20Building%20Blocks%203.6.0%20macOS%20Setup%20-%20FESS%202022.dmg?dl=0
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SYNPOSIS
The surgeons discuss chronic frontal sinus disease, when to consider surgery, and optimal post-operative care. Dr. Wormald shares his surgical strategies, including the use of innovative technologies like Chitogel and 3D CT planning software for better surgical outcomes. He also touches on the challenges in training new surgeons and the potential for advances in medical simulation to improve surgical education. This thorough discussion offers insights into the latest techniques and innovations in sinus surgery.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
03:46 - Understanding Chronic Frontal Sinus Disease
07:57 - Approach to Sinus Surgery
13:27 - Antibiotic and Steroid Use in Sinus Treatment
18:23 - Patient Consultation and Decision Making
22:51 - Training the Next Generation of Surgeons
36:29 - Analyzing Surgical Factors & Predicting Surgical Outcomes
47:37 - Post-Operative Management
59:02 - Biologics and Long-Term Care
01:07:42 - Innovations in Surgical Training & Final Thoughts
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RESOURCES
BackTable+ for ENT
https://plus.backtable.com/pages/ent
PJ Wormald Profile
https://researchers.adelaide.edu.au/profile/peterj.wormald
Free Stryker Software for Windows
https://www.dropbox.com/s/r4sodtqv221c5yk/Stryker%20Building%20Blocks%203.6.0%20Windows%20Setup%20-%20FESS%202022.exe?dl=0
Free Stryker Software for Mac
https://www.dropbox.com/s/0iac9pmzdz0lqkz/Stryker%20Building%20Blocks%203.6.0%20macOS%20Setup%20-%20FESS%202022.dmg?dl=0
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