“There is always constant review and constant learning”. In this BackTable MSK Brief, Dr. Mark Amsbaugh and Dr. Ran Lador discuss comprehensive treatment strategies for spinal tumors, highlighting the critical interplay between surgical and radiation oncology. 

The doctors explain the complex planning required based on tumor characteristics, including surgical options like en bloc resection and minimally invasive techniques, as well as the advancements in radiation therapy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of collaboration across disciplines to optimize patient outcomes, improve quality of life, and adapt to new medical advancements.

Episode Outline

00:00 - Introduction

00:21 - Collaboration Between Surgeons and Interventionalists

05:42 - Intertwined Approach of Radiation and Surgical Treatment

07:37 - Advancements in Radiation Techniques

14:15 - Advancements in Surgical Approach 

16:20 - Final Thoughts

Resources

Dr. Mark Amsbaugh, MD

https://med.uth.edu/neurosciences/dr-mark-j-amsbaugh-md/ 

Dr. Ran Lador, MD

https://med.uth.edu/ortho/2022/11/02/ran-lador-md/ 

Dr. Alexa Levey, MD

https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/alexa-levey/