ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Can shared decision-making and patient support change the treatment journey for overactive bladder? On this episode of BackTable Urology, host Dr. Suzette Sutherland and OAB expert Dr. Jannah Thompson discuss how patient education, clear counseling, and ongoing follow-up improve care for patients with overactive bladder and urge incontinence. They cover practical strategies for building an effective OAB care pathway, staff training for better patient navigation, and proactive approaches that increase adherence and access to advanced therapies.
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This podcast is supported by
Medtronic Pelvic Health
https://urgencyisreal.com/
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Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
04:00 - Shared Decision-Making
06:51 - Clinic Efficiency
10:38 - Expanding OAB Therapy Options
12:27 - Long-Term OAB Care
17:41 - Building an OAB Program
18:18 - Staff Training and Follow-Up
25:32 - OAB Navigator Implementation
27:14 - Navigation Outcomes
28:39 - Scaling with Staff and Epic
30:35 - Algorithm Resources
34:08 - Neuromodulation Advances
38:37 - New Tibial and Battery-Free Devices
40:56 - Quality of Life in OAB Care
46:11 - Access and Adoption
51:22 - Streamlining Therapy Discussions
52:47 - Closing Remarks
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More about this episode
The conversation explores the diverse landscape of OAB treatment options, the evolving role of neuromodulation, and how new technologies are enabling more personalized care. Dr. Thompson shares insights on empowering staff as part of the clinical team, leveraging patient navigators to boost follow-up and advanced therapy uptake, and the importance of integrating patient preferences and lifestyle factors into every decision. They emphasize that quality of life, not just symptom control, should be central to OAB management, and discuss how to engage patients as partners throughout their treatment journey.
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Resources
Patient navigation for overactive bladder improves access to care
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00192-019-04085-7
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