Lung Institute's Podcast

Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute Podcast on Bronchiectasis of the Lung | Sunjay Devarajan, M. D.

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. Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute (713)798-LUNG

Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute Podcast on Tracheobronchoplasty | Shawn Groth, M.D.

DESCRIPTION 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. Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute (713)798-LUNG

Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute Podcast on "Thoracic Endometriosis" | Xiaoming Guan, M.D.

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. Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute (713)798-LUNG

Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute Podcast on Interventional Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care| Javeryah Safi, M.D.

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. Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute (713)798-LUNG Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute (713)798-LUNG

Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute Podcast on "Endometriosis Patient Journey and Expert Insights"

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. Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute (713)798-LUNG