On this episode Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Dr. Erick Suarez to talk about groundbreaking advancements in lung transplantation at Baylor College of Medicine. Hear from Dr. Eddie Suarez about innovative organ preservation techniques, research integration, and collaborations with United Therapeutics. Discover how Baylor is expanding eligibility and improving patient outcomes through novel approaches and a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

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On this episode Dr. Shanda Blackmon, Executive Director of the Baylor College of Medicine Lung Institute, interviews Dr. Nicola Hanania to explore the evolving understanding of COPD, moving beyond a singular diagnosis to personalized phenotypes and endotypes. Discover how factors like air pollution, genetics, and even altitude impact lung health. Learn about emerging biomarkers and the promise of precision medicine, including targeted biologic therapies and early intervention strategies to improve patient outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions.

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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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