EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals

This content was funded by AstraZeneca, and is intended for US Healthcare Professionals.

How do urologists, oncologists, and advanced practice providers coordinate care in muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC)?

This AMJ podcast brings together three leading experts in each speciality to explore best practices in MDT collaboration, patient transitions, and treatment strategy.

Listen now to strengthen your approach to MIBC care.

Chapters:

• 00:00 – 02:18 | Introductions
• 02:18 – 10:15 | MDT Collaboration & Best Practices
• 10:15 – 16:16 | Patient Pathway & Coordination
• 16:16 – 25:23 | Treatment Decisions & Strategy
• 25:23 – 33:38 | Immune-Mediated AR Management
• 33:38 – 38:52 | Key Takeaways

Speakers:

Chandler Park, MD – Medical Oncologist, Norton Cancer Institute; & Clinical Faculty, University of Louisville School of Medicine

Gautam Jayram, MD – Urologist, Urology Associates, Nashville, TN

Michael White, PA-C – Physician Assistant, Urology Partners of North Texas

In the final episode, Jed Beitler reflects on leadership, mentorship, and the legacy of healthcare communications. From essential leadership qualities to the stories still untold, this conversation looks ahead at innovation, responsibility, and the next chapter in health communication.

Timestamps:

01:12 – Leadership qualities

04:03 – Mentoring

09:44 – Public education

13:57 – Legacy

What role does communication play in building health systems and addressing global health challenges? Jed Beitler discusses his work with non-governmental and international organisations, exploring lessons from Sub-Saharan Africa, strategies for fighting major diseases, and the importance of collaboration in global health.

Timestamps:

00:56 – Early career

02:37 – Sub-Saharan Africa

06:08 – Tackling HIV

07:53 – Not-for-profit organisations

11:43 – Diagnostics

This podcast explores the important aspects of healthcare professionals' practices in percutaneous coronary intervention treatment. It includes the role of adjunct therapies, a review of the updated guidelines, and real-world challenges in the treatment and management of acute coronary syndrome. The discussion focuses on expert opinions and real-world experiences, focusing on the current evidence and guidelines surrounding the efficacy and safety of antiplatelet agents, as well as the timing of their administration.

Disclaimers: This podcast discusses prescription-only medicines and is intended for healthcare professionals only. Please refer to prescribing information and adverse event reporting requirements in your country of practice. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of Chiesi Farmaceutici or EMJ.

Timestamps:

00:55 – Healthcare evolution

02:40 – Global differences

05:44 – Industry shifts

09:07 – Perceptions of doctors

11:57 – Advice

In this rapid-fire episode, Jed Beitler answers quick questions about healthcare communications, from industry lessons and patient engagement to leadership advice and global health strategies. Perfect for listeners short on time but eager to gain decades of insight in just minutes.

How is extended reality transforming medical education? Rohan Jotwani discusses his work at Extended Reality Anesthesia Immersion Lab (XRAIL) and the role of immersive technology in training anesthesiologists and beyond. This episode highlights new tools, assessment methods, and challenges in scaling extended reality for education.

Timestamps:

00:43 – Education tools

04:55 – Measuring effectiveness

07:40 – Anesthesiology training

10:02 – Current challenges

12:37 – Clinician skepticism

In the final episode, Rohan Jotwani reflects on extended reality, AI, and other emerging therapies shaping tomorrow's healthcare. From ethics and patient safety to neuromodulation, regenerative medicine, and research gaps, this episode envisions the next frontier in medical innovation.

Timestamps:

00:34 – Ethical considerations

02:34 – Chronic pain

04:40 – XR across medicine

06:44 – Pain management

In this episode of Onc Now, Luis Paz-Ares, Chair of the Medical Oncology Department at Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre in Madrid, Spain, shares his expert insights on the evolving science of lung cancer. From the critical role of prevention and smoking cessation through to the latest therapeutic breakthroughs, Paz-Ares offers a candid discussion on the progress, challenges, and hopes for the future of lung cancer research and treatment.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

01:09 – Key insights on lung cancers

02:26 – Luis's journey into oncology

04:10 – Highlights and lowlights of his role

08:30 – Delivering bad news to patients

10:30 – Current diagnosis process and treatment landscape

13:20 – Trends in lung cancer prevalence

16:00 – IMforte trial

21:15 – Biggest obstacles researchers and clinicians face today

22:50 – Non-smokers

24:40 – European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) 2025 predictions

26:00 – Luis's three wishes for cancer research

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this episode belong to the speakers and do not necessarily represent the opinions of EMJ.

Rohan Jotwani explores how extended reality is reshaping pain management. From nerve retraining therapies to patient responses and clinical applications, this episode reveals how immersive environments are redefining how patients experience and manage pain.

Timestamps:

03:03 – Early career

05:45 – What is XR?

09:03 – Pain management

11:14 – Nerve retraining

14:51 – VR addictions