ISAVE That Podcast
ISAVE That Podcast
Association for Vascular Access
The ISAVE That Podcast is broadcast by the Association for Vascular Access, which has been at the forefront of protecting and saving lives through best practices and patient advocacy since 1985. AVA advances research, provides professional and public education to shape practice and enhance patient outcomes and partners with the device manufacturing community to bring about evidence-based innovations in vascular access. The podcast serves as one of AVA's platforms for discussing research, emerging trends, patient advocacy efforts, clinical controversies and vascular access innovators.
Getting Sticky
In this episode of the I Save that Podcast, Judy talks to four researchers on the topic of dressing disruption and possible solutions to this world wide problem. Drs., Nicole Marsh, Amanda Corley, Evan Alexandrou, and Tricia Kleidon discuss "The Sticky Trial". Support the show
Jun 18
1 hr 18 min
Hospital‑Onset Bacteremia Prevention Strategies
In this CE Podcast Judy, Dr. Sarah Capalla and Jenny Ballard discusses the impact of the impending CMS movement towards imposing Hospital Onset Bacteremia (HOB) reporting. The conversation discusses education, leadership, and the use of medical technologies to prevent vascular access harm. The learning objectives are: • Explain what Hospital-Onset Bacteremia and Fungemia (HOB) are • List the types of vascular access catheters, both ven...
Mar 19
57 min
Follow Piccolo to the CAJ
Judy talks to Dr. Greg Shears about a wide array of vascular access topics. The main focus being central venous access device practice and tip termination. Join these two for our podcast as we start to travel to Kissimmee, Florida for AVA's Annual Scientific Meeting! Support the show
Sep 12, 2025
37 min
Are there two standards?
See YouTube video - https://youtu.be/-2UarFXcio0 Join Judy as she discusses vascular access practice with Dr. Jack LeDonne MD, VA-BC, Dr. Adam Friedlander MD, Dennis Woo RN, VA-BC Our physician partners are the top of the food chain in medicine. We look up to them and respect their knowledge. Conversely, we scratch our heads at their practice in vascular access! Why are they blindly poking groins? Why are they still suturing lines? Why are they still placing blind? What about those ugly...
Jun 10, 2025
1 hr 5 min
When the Standard of Care Fails the Patient
Judy and Dennis (TheVascular Guy) discuss the importance of patient-centered care, the challenges of managing patients with sensitive skin sensitivities, and the need for alternative solutions like Covalon's dressings. They also explore the potential trend of increased skin sensitivity, the use of chlorhexidine and silicone-based dressings for patient care, and the importance of thorough patient assessment and providing multiple treatment options. The duo conclud by discussing the challenges ...
Mar 10, 2025
47 min
AVA and the Renal Healthcare Association (RHA)
In the inaugural episode of Season 8, Judy welcomes Bill Poirier, the Executive Director of the Renal Healthcare Association (RHA). RHA provides a support network for independent and community-based dialysis providers. Today, our association has evolved into a trusted leader, serving as a collective voice and advocate for the industry, promoting growth, innovation, and collaboration among our members. Both AVA and RHA serve many of the same patients, and the effects of our work can sign...
Feb 4, 2025
38 min
Just an Average Guy
Join us as we discuss an exciting addition to the vascular access arsenal of tools. IntraCav AI is an amazing tool for so many many purposes! Listen in as two of the creators of IntraCav AI, Dennis Woo (The Vascular Guy), and Mike Stern MD describe how it works and some of the capabilities. Support the show
Oct 10, 2024
45 min
2024 Herbst Award Winner - Nancy Trick!
In this episode, Judy and Toni talk to Nancy Trick about her career in vascular access. We discuss the process of becoming a Herbst nominee. Join us as Nancy talks about being nominated and becoming the honoree of AVA's highest award. Support the show
Aug 20, 2024
25 min
AVA Scientific Meeting - Keynote
In this episode of the ISavethatPodcast, Judy welcomes Todd Heslep, DTEAM Chair for our conference. Together we talk to Regina Holliday who is the Keynote speaker this year in Denver, Colorado September 28th. Support the show
Aug 7, 2024
14 min
If not us, then who? The patient prospective on ports
In this episode of the ISaveThatPodcast Judy and Toni talk to Colleen Patterson about her life with vascular access needs. Following Colleen, Judy and Toni discuss the struggle of one family to get the most appropriate vascular access device for their child. This discussion comes from the home health nurse, Lee Gorschboth and the mom (caretaker) Mary Peckham. We as a community of clinicians need to do a better job of listening to our patients and families! Support the show
Jul 10, 2024
1 hr
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