In this episode, host Dr. Saraschandra Vallabhajosyula is joined by colleagues Drs. Uzoma Ibebuogu, Michael Young, and Dean Boudoulas for a dynamic discussion on the frontline management of pulmonary embolism (PE). Together, they explore evaluation and risk stratification, the role of imaging, catheter-based and surgical treatment strategies, and the importance of systems of care, long-term outcomes, and follow-up. Designed as a conversation among peers, this episode brings practical insights and diverse perspectives on how clinicians can optimize PE care in real-world practice. 

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1. Patel S, Thulasidasan N, Thomson B, et al. Interventional therapies in acute pulmonary embolus-current trends and future directions. Br J Radiol. 2023;96(1149):20221151. doi:10.1259/bjr.20221151 

1. O'Sullivan G, Müller-Hülsbeck S, Haage P, et al. The Central Role of the Interventional Radiologist in Advanced Therapies for Pulmonary Embolism: Results from An Online Member Survey by the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2025;48(6):851-856. 

1. McKeown LA. Women, Black Patients Less Likely to Get Advanced PE Therapy, Analysis Shows. 2024. Available at https://www.tctmd.com/news/women-black-patients-less-likely-get-advanced-pe-therapy-analysis-shows. Accessed 10/4/25. 

1. Keeling B, Lookstein RA, Secemsky EA, West FM. Ask The Experts: What Does PE Intervention Look Like in 2034? 2024. Available at https://evtoday.com/articles/2024-july/ask-the-experts-what-does-pe-intervention-look-like-in-2034. Accessed 10/4/25. 

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