Backtable Brief: Surgical and Radiation Strategies in Spine Oncology with Dr. Ran Lador and Dr. Mark Amsbaugh

“There is always constant review and constant learning”. In this BackTable MSK Brief, Dr. Mark Amsbaugh and Dr. Ran Lador discuss comprehensive treatment strategies for spinal tumors, highlighting the critical interplay between surgical and radiation oncology.  The doctors explain the complex planning required based on tumor characteristics, including surgical options like en bloc resection and minimally invasive techniques, as well as the advancements in radiation therapy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of collaboration across disciplines to optimize patient outcomes, improve quality of life, and adapt to new medical advancements. Episode Outline 00:00 - Introduction 00:21 - Collaboration Between Surgeons and Interventionalists 05:42 - Intertwined Approach of Radiation and Surgical Treatment 07:37 - Advancements in Radiation Techniques 14:15 - Advancements in Surgical Approach  16:20 - Final Thoughts Resources Dr. Mark Amsbaugh, MD https://med.uth.edu/neurosciences/dr-mark-j-amsbaugh-md/  Dr. Ran Lador, MD https://med.uth.edu/ortho/2022/11/02/ran-lador-md/  Dr. Alexa Levey, MD https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/alexa-levey/