• Backtable Brief: Spinal Cord Stimulators, Trials to Permanents with Dr. Blake Parsons

  • Oct 8 2024
  • Length: 14 mins
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Backtable Brief: Spinal Cord Stimulators, Trials to Permanents with Dr. Blake Parsons

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  • Interventional radiologists can play a vital role in pain management and palliative care through spinal cord stimulation (SCS). In this BackTable Brief, Dr. Dana Dunleavy speaks with Dr. Blake Parsons about this technology and the learning opportunities it presents. Dr. Parsons reflects on his introduction to outpatient spinal cord stimulation during his training at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he gained exposure to both palliative care and interventional oncology. He discusses the technical aspects and challenges associated with permanent SCS procedures, including accessing the epidural space and the risks of nerve injury. Additionally, Dr. Parsons explores the economic considerations of SCS, comparing reimbursement rates for trials and permanent implants across various settings. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 02:38 - Understanding Permanent Implants 04:38 - Procedure Details and Challenges 06:52 - Reimbursement and Financial Considerations 09:28 - Time Utilization and Efficiency 11:44 - Final Thoughts CHECK OUT THE FULL EPISODE BackTable MSK Ep. 48– SCS for Neuropathy: Clinical Insights & Patient Impact: https://www.backtable.com/shows/msk/podcasts/48/scs-for-neuropathy-clinical-insights-patient-impact
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