On this episode Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Dr. Babith Mankidy that specializes on Interventional Pulmonology.

Explore the cutting edge of interventional pulmonology with Dr. Babith Mankidy. This discussion delves into advanced airway disease management, lung transplant care, and innovative treatments for lung cancer. Learn about novel procedures and technologies shaping the future of respiratory medicine.

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Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Emanuel N. Husu, M.D. that specializes on Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation to discuss "Advance Pain Management Strategies". 

This professional discussion delves into advanced pain management strategies, particularly for chest wall and post-thoracotomy pain. Experts liken pain assessment to detective work, emphasizing a nuanced approach beyond medication. The conversation highlights innovative techniques like ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, cryoanalgesia, and peripheral nerve stimulation, aiming to reduce opioid reliance and improve patient outcomes.

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In this inspiring episode of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute On Air Podcast, Dr. Seagraves sits down with Francisco Avila and Amber Harris, a remarkable married couple whose lives have been shaped by chronic lung disease and the gift of organ transplantation. Francisco, a cystic fibrosis patient and multiple transplant recipient, and Amber, who underwent a lung transplant for Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), share their extraordinary journey from meeting online during the COVID-19 pandemic to supporting one another through life-saving transplant procedures at Baylor St. Luke’s. Together, they discuss resilience, faith, caregiving, the power of hope, and their mission to encourage others facing transplantation through advocacy, peer support, and an upcoming book. Their story is a powerful testament to perseverance, love, and the life-changing impact of organ donation.

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In this episode, Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, and Dr. Sunjay Devarajan explore bronchiectasis, a chronic and heterogeneous lung condition that often represents a common endpoint for many underlying diseases. They discuss how the disease develops, its varied clinical presentations, and the importance of identifying and treating underlying causes such as rheumatoid arthritis. 

The conversation highlights treatment strategies including airway clearance therapy, considerations for surgical intervention, and emerging approaches that target inflammation. The episode also examines promising research into pure anti–neutrophil elastase treatments and their potential role in the future of bronchiectasis care.

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Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Shawn Growth, M.D. to discuss "Tracheobronchoplasty". 

Explore advanced airway stabilization techniques with Dr. Shawn Groth from Baylor College of Medicine's Lung Institute. This episode delves into tracheobronchoplasty and tracheoplasty, procedures designed to address collapsing airways and tracheal stenosis. Learn about diagnostic methods, surgical innovations including robotic approaches, and patient outcomes for these critical interventions.

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Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Xiaoming Guan , M.D. that specializes on minimally invasive gynecology surgery to discuss "Thoracic Endometriosis". 

Dr. Xiaoming Guan, a leading minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, discusses the complexities of endometriosis, including its rare thoracic manifestations. He emphasizes early screening for teenagers and highlights key indicators like severe period pain and infertility. The conversation also touches upon advanced diagnostic methods like MRI and innovative research into non-invasive detection, aiming to reduce the significant diagnostic delays experienced by millions of women.

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Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Javeryah Safi, M.D. who presents "Interventional Pulmonary Medicine".  

Dr. Safi discusses the evolving field of interventional pulmonology, highlighting advancements in robotic bronchoscopy, EBUS, and cryotherapy for lung conditions. Dr. Safi explores innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, including simultaneous biopsy and treatment, and the potential for same-day outpatient management of early-stage lung cancer. The Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute is at the forefront of these novel therapies.

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Dr. Shanda Blackmon, director of the Baylor College Of Medicine lung Institute interviews Raiza Jones, who is one of her patients. Raiza shares her challenging journey of delayed diagnosis and multiple surgeries for this often-misunderstood condition. The conversation highlights the complexities of endometriosis, including thoracic endometriosis, and the importance of specialized care and patient advocacy.

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Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Dr. Nirmal Sharma as he presents "Leading as Medical Director of a Lung Transplant Program" 

Dr. Sharma was recruited from the Brigham and Women's Hospital to Baylor College of Medicine to lead as Medical Director of the St. Luke's Lung Transplant Program. The BSLMC performed over 100 lung transplants over the past two years, and this coming year is seeking to both focus on quality outcomes and continue to grow. Patients who are candidates for lung transplantation or providers who care for patient with advanced lung disease will especially enjoy this episode. Dr. Sharma takes a pragmatic approach to treating his patients and meeting their needs. 

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Dr. Shanda H Blackmon, MD, MPH, the Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute interviews Dr. Hamdi Ahmed Mufeed about infections within the lung. Focusing on Non-Tuberculous Mycobacterial infections, the multi-disciplinary clinic at Baylor Medicine works together as a group to deliver state-of-the-art care to patients in Houston and beyond. As an infectious disease expert, their center was recently designated as a Center of Excellence and is recognized around the world. 

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