Is your critical limb ischemia (CLI) toolbox up to date? Dr. Kevin Herman and host Dr. Sabeen Dhand discuss treating CLI in the outpatient based lab (OBL) and ambulatory surgery center (ASC) settings. Dr. Herman is an interventional radiologist at American Endovascular and Holy Name Hospital in New Jersey.

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This podcast is supported by:

Reflow Medical

https://www.reflowmedical.com/

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SYNPOSIS

Dr. Herman discusses the evolution of vascular interventions over the past 15 years, the role of advanced devices like the Wingman catheter and IVUS, and the nuances of tackling complex cases in both hospital and outpatient settings. Additionally, Dr. Herman highlights the business challenges of OBL practices, effective marketing strategies, and the integration of innovative tools such as live-streaming cases for real-time education and consultations. The episode concludes with a detailed case study showcasing a successful treatment of CLI, underscoring the application of advanced techniques and collaborative efforts in management.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

06:57 - Balancing Hospital and OBL Work

13:48 - Educational Initiatives and Innovations

17:12 - Strategic Planning and Treatments

26:25 - Crossing Devices and Techniques

32:04 - DEEPER REVEAL Trial

39:33 - Case Presentation: Non-Healing Wound

50:09 - Conclusion

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RESOURCES

A Prospective Single-Arm Multicenter StuDy of the BarE TEmporary SPur StEnt System foR the tREatment of Vascular Lesions Located in the infrapoplitEal Arteries beLow the Knee (DEEPER REVEAL) (DEEPER REVEAL):

https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05358353

Wingman Catheter:

https://www.reflowmedical.com/wingman/