The NASS Podcast

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  Gabapentin and Dementia: Are the Benefits Worth the Risk for Spine-Related Pain? 22.09.2026 31min

  Authors John D. Hesling, MD and Austin Boos, DO discuss their recent SpineLine article with moderator Kaku Barkoh, MD. Learn what the latest research is saying about the relationship between gabapentin and dementia, and more.Read the full article <a href="https://spinelinemag.spine.org/julaug26-me817/invited-review">here</a>
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  NASS' Definitive Guide to Research: Arguing with Journals 21.08.2026 33min

  How should you respond when you disagree with a reviewer, or when your manuscript is rejected?In this episode of the Definitive Guide to Research series, the panel discusses how to navigate difficult journal reviews and editorial decisions. They share strategies for crafting respectful, scientific responses to reviewer comments, deciding when it is appropriate to push back on requested revisions, and addressing feedback that may be impractical or outside the scope of the research. The conversation also explores when authors should—or shouldn't—appeal a rejection, how to approach concerns about reviewer bias, and why challenging an editorial decision should generally be reserved for rare, well-justified circumstances.This video is part of the “NASS' Definitive Guide to Successful Research: Writing, Reviewing, Publishing” series from NASS. New episodes will be released over the coming months, with select content available on YouTube.Subscribe to NASS Anytime to be the first to access the full course as new sessions are released, including all YouTube content plus exclusive CME education available only through the platform: https://nassanytime.spine.org/
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  NASS' Definitive Guide to Research: Research Team Roles and Responsibilities 20.08.2026 27min

  What does it take to build and manage a productive research team? In this episode of the Definitive Guide to Research series, Andrew Schoenfeld, MD, MSc, Jonathan Grauer, MD, Rory Goodwin, MD, PhD, and Alan Daniels, MD discuss the roles that trainees, research coordinators, statisticians, and faculty collaborators can play on a successful research team. They also share practical approaches to integrating new team members, structuring research meetings, maintaining productivity, and managing team members who become unresponsive or underperform. The discussion offers practical perspectives on creating a collaborative, accountable research environment that keeps projects moving forward.This video is part of the “NASS' Definitive Guide to Successful Research: Writing, Reviewing, Publishing” series from NASS. New episodes will be released over the coming months, with select content available on YouTube.Subscribe to NASS Anytime to be the first to access the full course as new sessions are released, including all YouTube content plus exclusive CME education available only through the platform: https://nassanytime.spine.org/
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  NASS' Definitive Guide to Research: Grading Your Academic Productivity 10.08.2026 32min

  What does academic productivity really mean—and how is it measured? In this episode of the Definitive Guide to Research series, Grace Xiong, MD, and Andrew Schoenfeld, MD, MSc discuss the key metrics used to evaluate academic success, including publication volume, research impact, authorship, mentorship, and scholarly influence. They also share practical strategies for building a balanced research portfolio, increasing the visibility of your work, negotiating academic expectations, and aligning your research efforts with your long-term career goals.This video is part of the “NASS' Definitive Guide to Successful Research: Writing, Reviewing, Publishing” series from NASS. New episodes will be released over the coming months, with select content available on YouTube.Subscribe to NASS Anytime to be the first to access the full course as new sessions are released, including all YouTube content plus exclusive CME education available only through the platform: https://nassanytime.spine.org/
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  What We are Looking for in Reviewers 15.07.2026 22min

  Christopher M. Bono, MD presents the latest episode of NASS' Definitive Guide to Successful Research: What We are Looking for in Reviewers.
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  Why are Papers Rejected? 13.07.2026 28min

  Andrew J. Schoenfeld, MD, MSC presents the latest episode of NASS' Definitive Guide to Successful Research: Why are Papers Rejected?
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  Why Bother? Is it Worth Exploring Endoscopic Spine Surgery? 06.07.2026 16min

  Nathaniel P. Brooks, MDKarthik H. Madhavan, MDStephen Pirris, MDErnest E. Braxton, MD, MBA
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  Update on Spinal Cord Injury: What is New? What is Hot? 22.06.2026 21min

  Michael G. Fehlings MD, PhD, FRCSYi Lu, MD PhDRajiv Saigal, MD PhD
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  Avoiding Burnout for Basic Science Clinician Scientists 15.06.2026 41min

  In this episode, Jamie Wilson, MD, FRCS, MSc interviews Christopher Ahuja, MD, PhD, FRCSC, FAANS and Michael Fehlings, MD, PhD, FRCSC, about the challenges of sustaining a research career alongside a demanding spine surgery practice. They discuss how long timelines for scientific discovery, frequent setbacks in research, and competing clinical responsibilities can contribute to burnout. The conversation highlights strategies for maintaining motivation, including focusing on incremental progress, setting meaningful milestones, and protecting time for work, family, and personal well-being.
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  Hip-Spine Syndrome: Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Considerations for Clinicians 09.06.2026 42min

  Authors Preston Le, MD, and Dustin Anderson, MD, discuss their recent article, "Hip-Spine Syndrome: Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Considerations for Clinicians," with moderator Alex P. Michael, MD.Read the full article <a href="https://spinelinemag.spine.org/marapr26-me20626/invited-review">here</a>
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  The Benefits of Interdisciplinary Spine Care 08.06.2026 17min

  Zeeshan Sardar, MD, MScEvan K. Johnson, DPT, MS, OCSSanthosh Tomas, MD
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  Stuck in the Middle: Mid-Career Surgical Burnout and How to Reclaim Meaning in Practice 01.06.2026 35min

  In this episode, Moises Googe, DO interviews Victor Chang, MD and Matthew Karek, MD, about the challenges of mid-career burnout among spine surgeons. They discuss how administrative pressures, shifting career milestones, and competing personal and professional responsibilities can affect fulfillment during this stage of practice. The conversation highlights strategies such as reconnecting with meaningful aspects of patient care, setting new professional goals, and prioritizing personal well-being to sustain a long and satisfying career.
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  Role of Spinopelvic Fixation in Deformity Surgery 25.05.2026 14min

  Tobias Mattei, MDVinicius Ricieri Ferraz Sr., MD
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  Strategies in the Revise and Resubmit Process 19.05.2026 20min

  In this discussion Jonathan Grauer, MD and Tobias Mattei, MD share practical strategies for navigating the revise and resubmit process in academic publishing. Topics include responding to reviewer comments point-by-point, managing major versus minor revisions, improving manuscript quality through peer review, handling cascaded submissions from high impact journals, and communicating effectively with editors and reviewers.Drawing from real world editorial and publishing experience, this conversation provides actionable guidance for researchers, residents, fellows, and academic spine professionals looking to strengthen their publication success and approach manuscript revisions more strategically.This video is part of the upcoming “NASS' Definitive Guide to Successful Research: Writing, Reviewing, Publishing” series from NASS. New episodes will be released over the coming months, with select content available on YouTube.Subscribe to NASS Anytime to be the first to access the full course as new sessions are released, including all YouTube content plus exclusive CME education available only through the platform: https://nassanytime.spine.org/
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  Enhancing Physician Recovery with Strategies that Focus on Enhancing Physiological Reserve to Enhance the Struggle Phase before Entering into Flow 18.05.2026 29min

  In this episode, Rahul Shah, MD, interviews Roger Härtl, MD about how physicians can sustain long, demanding careers by building “physiological reserve” and maintaining balance between work, family, personal interests, and physical well-being. They discuss how regularly stepping back to identify what truly matters in life is key to maintaining resilience and continuing to find meaning in patient care.
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  Is Spine Surgery Training Too Long or Not Long Enough? (Part 2) 11.05.2026 12min

  Darius Ansari, MDWilliam Chu Kwan, MD, PhDThomas Wozny, MD
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  Burnout Amongst Surgeons: Why it Matters and How Can We Manage it? 04.05.2026 37min

  In this episode, Melvin Helgeson, MD and Peter Rhee, MD discuss physician burnout, including its definition, contributing factors, and the distinction between stress and burnout. Rhee shares his personal experience with burnout and highlights the importance of awareness, open dialogue, and accessing appropriate support resources. The conversation also explores cultural challenges in medicine, strategies for supporting colleagues, and opportunities to improve trainee well-being.
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  Increasing Adverse Event Reports Coincide with Declining Medicare Billings for Interspinous Devices 30.04.2026 18min

  Authors Raj J. Gala, Aidan P. McAnena, and Taylor McClennen discuss their recent paper with NASSJ Deputy Editor, Tobias Mattei.Check out the full article <a href="https://www.nassopenaccess.org/article/S2666-5484(26)00029-6/fulltext">here</a>
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  Is Spine Surgery Training Too Long or Not Long Enough? (Part 1) 27.04.2026 11min

  Michael Y. Wang, MD, MBADaniel M. Sciubba,MDPeter G. Passias, MD
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  Analysis of National Institutes of Health funding for back pain research in the United States 23.04.2026 29min

  Authors Robert Ravinsky, MD, MPH, and Jason Silvestre, MD, discuss their recent article, "Analysis of National Institutes of Health funding for back pain research in the United States," with moderator Tobias Mattei, MD.You can read the full article <a href="https://www.nassopenaccess.org/article/S2666-5484(25)00252-5/fulltext">here</a>