The Accelerators Podcast

"The Accelerators Podcast" is a specialized podcast series presented by The Accelerators

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“We’re Both Small Market Rad Oncs”: In Conversation With Dave Chang

“We’re Both Small Market Rad Oncs”: In Conversation With Dave Chang

The Accelerators (Drs. Matt Spraker and Simul Parikh) host Radiation Oncologist and prolific X'er Dr. Dave Chang for a discussion of Small Market Radiation Oncology.

We wax philosophical about the work and life of docs formerly known as #LittleRadOnc: radiation oncologists often under resourced and practicing solo, working miles away from large US cities. 

Dave's personal stories emphasize that the reality of radiation oncology "maldistribution" is a lot more complicated than is often described by city slicker researchers.

Simul and Dave close the episode by discussing practical problems faced by Small Market Radiation Oncology and potential solutions, including... of course... supervision policy!

The only link for this show is the X announcement of Dr. Glaucomflecken's medical school.

The Accelerators Podcast is a Photon Media production. 

“Have You Been to Oscar’s?”: Neurocognition and Radiation Toxicity With Jona

“Have You Been to Oscar’s?”: Neurocognition and Radiation Toxicity With Jona

The Accelerators (Drs. Matt Spraker and Simul Parikh) host radiation oncologists Dr. Jona Hattangadi-Gluth and PGY-5 resident Dr. Austin Hopper. Jona is a central nervous system malignancies expert, co-lead of the Central Nervous System Disease Team and Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology at UC San Diego.

In this episode, we discuss Jona's lab's work in understanding the link between brain tumors, radiation (and other) treatments, and neurocognitive toxicity.

We start by discussing Austin's recently presented work that developed an normal tissue complication probability (NTCP) model for radiation dose and attention/processing speed. 

Later, we discuss specific methods used in the NTCP work. How can this work be translated to clinical counseling and practice? 

Also, Matt argues that building NTCP models based on neurocognitive outcomes, such as attention or fine motor control, can be more difficult to model than more simple clinical outcomes such as pneumonitis.

Here are some links to things we discussed during the show:

The Accelerators Podcast is a production of Photon Media, a division of Cold Light Legacy Company.

If you'd like to support our efforts, please visit the Cold Light Legacy Company to learn more.

MattPAC #1: MPFS, Sites of Service, and HR2474/HR3674

MattPAC #1: MPFS, Sites of Service, and HR2474/HR3674

Welcome to MattPAC*, a new Accelerators pilot concept!

Radiation Oncologist Dr. Matt Spraker aims to introduce important healthcare policy concepts rooted in current events. Each show is designed to be efficient with your time and inspire you to get engaged with #RadOnc advocacy in 30 minutes or less.  

In MattPAC #1, Matt covers two current congressional bills that are currently being considered for inclusion into next year's Medicare legislation: HR 2474 and HR3674. These bills seek to link Medicare physician pay to inflation and boost practice expense reimbursement for freestanding practices. The history of Medicare, administration processes, the payment formula, and sites of service are covered for context. 

Here are some good resources for further reading on these topics:

The Accelerators Podcast is a production of Photon Media, a division of Cold Light Legacy Company.

*MattPAC is not a political action committee, it's just a cute name. If you'd like to support our efforts, please visit the Cold Light Legacy Company to learn more.

“You Want To Make a Mark, Don’t You?”: In Conversation With Bob Timmerman, Part 2

“You Want To Make a Mark, Don’t You?”: In Conversation With Bob Timmerman, Part 2

Friend of the show and GI super friend Dr. Nina Sanford joins The Accelerators (Drs. Matt Spraker and Simul Parikh) to host #RadOnc luminary Dr. Robert Timmerman, MD.

Our discussion concludes with a discussion of proton and adaptive radiotherapy, Wagyu beef, life advice, and Simul's Hot Seat.

Here are a couple of book recommendations from the show: 

The Accelerators Podcast is a production of Photon Media, a division of Cold Light Legacy Company.

“As We Innovate”: In Conversation With Bob Timmerman, Part 1

“As We Innovate”: In Conversation With Bob Timmerman, Part 1

Friend of the show and GI super friend Dr. Nina Sanford joins The Accelerators (Drs. Matt Spraker and Simul Parikh) to host #RadOnc luminary Dr. Robert Timmerman, MD.

No notes.

It's Bob Timmerman, just listen.

The Accelerators Podcast is a production of Photon Media, a division of Cold Light Legacy.

“Like Rational Human Beings”: #ASTRO23 Workforce Reaction With Jason

“Like Rational Human Beings”: #ASTRO23 Workforce Reaction With Jason

Accelerators co-host Dr. Matt Spraker is joined by Out Of The Basement co-host and Dr. Jason Beckta. We're talking #ASTRO23 and jobs, the theme of the conference for Matt.

This episode is, in part, a reaction to Jason's most recent OOTB episode: Chicken Little Strikes Back. Jason weaves 2023's "hot" job market and the workforce data into a master narrative to describe the changing market across recent years.  As this episode is heavily referenced here, you may want to listen first!  (But its not required)

Matt and Jason kick off by discussing interview experiences at ASTRO 2017 in San Diego. We then share thoughts about the 2023 "workforce session", what this means for medical students and graduating residents, and a plea for Rad Onc advocacy in the broadest sense.

The episode concludes with more discussion of the conference and our future.

Here are links to things mentioned in the show:

The Accelerators Podcast is a production of Photon Media, a division of Cold Light Legacy.

Why You Should Care and How to Care Less: Billing with Shawna from Radformation

Why You Should Care and How to Care Less: Billing with Shawna from Radformation

It's a Photon Media crossover episode! Accelerators co-hosts Drs. Matt Spraker and Simul Parikh team up with Dr. Jason Beckta, host of the Out Of The Basement podcast, to talk about billing.

We are joined by Shawna Stacey, ROCC, MBA, Coding and Billing Specialist at Radformation. The episode kicks off with a discussion about why you should care about billing and coding. Matt, Simul, and Jason discuss their (lack of training) training and experiences trying to learn on the job.

Simply learning about billing and coding doesn't make you greedy, it helps you understand how you are paid for your work. A transparent and well funded clinic offers the best chance of optimizing care for your patients!

Feeling overwhelmed by billing and wish you could just stick to patient care? Us too.

Later in the episode, we discuss resources that help you not care, especially Radformation's QuickCode. You already know how AutoContour and ClearCheck have automated your clinic, QuickCode does it for billing and coding. 

Don't believe us? We close the episode by asking Jason and Simul to "break" QuickCode with a complicated billing and coding scenario that is sure to frighten even the experts. 

Here are some things we discussed during the show:

Editor's Note: While our love for their products is genuine, The Accelerators were compensated for this episode and Radformation participated in planning the content. The discussions in this episode are the opinions of the participants and are not billing and coding advice.

Please see our website for complete information on our past and current sponsors.

The Accelerators Podcast is a Photon Media production. 

"Fallen Out of Favor": The Rad Onc Match with Laura

This week, Dr. Matt Spraker hosts medical student and Rad Onc applicant Dr. Laura Flores, PhD to discuss The Rad Onc Match! 

With all these links there's no room for a summary, so just listen!

For a deep dive, please check out the many Photon Media podcasts on the workforce.  From The Accelerators Podcast: 

From Out Of The Basement:

Podcast art generously donated by Dr. Danielle Cunningham. Intro and Outro music by Emmy-award winning artist Lucas Cantor Santiago.

The Accelerators Podcast is a Photon Media production. 

“Dare I Say It”: Psychedelics in Oncology With Daniel

“Dare I Say It”: Psychedelics in Oncology With Daniel

On this week's episode, Accelerator Dr. Simul Parikh hosts Radiation Oncologist Dr. Daniel Koffler to discuss psychedelics in oncology!

They kick off the conversation by discussing ketamine. They review it's use in head and neck and gynecologic cancers, and discuss two trials by Daniel and colleagues (see below).

Later, they discuss the systemic use of psychedelics, some practical advice for incorporating psychedelics (topical and systemic) and collaborating with psychiatrists and psychologists in your local practice.

Here are some things discussed during the show as well as some more stuff you should check out:

(Editor's Book Recommendation! For an excellent book on the history of psychedelics research and their resurgence, check out How To Change Your Mind by Michael Pollen)

Podcast art generously donated by Dr. Danielle Cunningham. Intro and Outro music by Emmy-award winning artist Lucas Cantor Santiago.

The Accelerators Podcast is a Photon Media production. 

Bio of The Accelerators Podcast

"The Accelerators Podcast" is a specialized podcast series presented by The Accelerators, focusing on Oncology News and Views from Photon Media. 

This indicates that the podcast is likely tailored for individuals interested in the field of oncology, which involves the study and treatment of cancer.

The content of the podcast may include discussions, interviews, and updates related to various aspects of oncology, such as recent research findings, advancements in cancer treatment, insights from experts in the field, and possibly discussions on the broader healthcare landscape.

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