NTMTalk
NTMTalk is a podcast dedicated to nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease and bronchiectasis (BE). Hosted by Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson, NTMTalk seeks to disseminate accurate and practical information for patients, loved ones, and providers alike.
Episodes
26 episodes
Inhaled Antibiotics for Bacterial Infections
In this episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson cover the most common bacterial pathogens in bronchiectasis and delve into inhaled antibiotic treatments for these infections. Antibiotics such as tobramycin, colistimethate, aztreonam, and amikacin ar...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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40:23
What Happens When You're Not Getting Better?
Frustrating for both patients and providers, this episode explores what it means when, despite all your treatments, you're not feeling better. With thorough explanations and practical tips, Drs. Drummond and Swenson look for solutions to this t...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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35:01
Welcome Back to Season 3!
Drs. Swenson & Drummond welcome listeners back after a 3 year hiatus, covering new developments in bronchiectasis & NTM care and providing an overview of this season's episodes.
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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37:43
S2E10: Hemoptysis, or The Bloody Cough
Drs. Swenson & Drummond discuss what it means to cough up blood. What causes hemoptysis, how much is worrisome, and when to pause airway clearance are some of the points discussed.
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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29:06
S2E9: Your Questions, Our Answers
Listeners from around the globe ask questions ranging from MAC reinfection rates to hemoptysis during airway clearance to the safety of drinking kombucha. In this episode, Drs. Drummond & Swenson answer these questions and more.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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34:31
S2E8: COVID, Boosters, and You
In this timely episode, Drs. Drummond & Swenson discuss COVID as it relates to NTM and bronchiectasis, including the recently recommended booster.
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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35:35
Episode 7: Reflux & Aspiration
In this episode Drs. Swenson & Drummond discuss the role of gastroesophageal reflux and other aspiration syndromes in the development of NTM lung disease and bronchiectasis.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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37:43
Episode 6: Dancing in the Rain, an Interview with Dr. Wamboldt
In this episode Drs. Swenson & Drummond discuss the emotional and psychological impacts of bronchiectasis and NTM lung disease with Dr. Fred Wamboldt, Professor Emeritus at National Jewish Healthcare. With warmth and humor, Dr. Wambol...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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41:02
Season 2 Episode 5: The One About The Sputum
In this episode Drs. Drummond & Swenson discuss everything you need to know about sputum: how much is needed for culture, which containers to use, and what those confusing lab reports mean. We love sputum and all that it can tell us.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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33:29
Season 2 Episode 4: Mycobacterium abscessus
Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss M. abscessus lung disease, covering treatment options and outcomes.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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40:03
Season 2, Episode 3, Your Questions Answered, Part 2
In the second part of this question and answer episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson cover asymptomatic infection, bronchiectasis, and pulmonary function testing. They also look forward to topics covered in future Season 2 episodes.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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19:13
Season 2, Episode 2: Your Questions Answered, Part 1
In this first half of a two part episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson answer listeners' questions ranging from immunosuppression for rheumatologic disease, to sputum induction, to MAC recurrence.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:45
Season 2, Episode 1: NTMir, an Interview with Amy Leitman
Drs. Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond interview Amy Leitman, president of NTM Info & Research, about the organization's accomplishments and future goals.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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30:39
Episode 13: Exacerbations of Bronchiectasis
In this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson explain what bronchiectasis exacerbations are, what causes them, and how they're treated.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:53
Episode 12: The Journey, an Interview with Debbie Breslawsky
Dr. Swenson interviews Debbie Breslawsky, a pioneer in NTM patient support organization and advocacy. Debbie discusses her long journey with NTM, from initial diagnosis and treatment, to founding the first ever support group for patients living...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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38:54
Episode 11: Vest Therapy in Airway Clearance, an RT Interview
Dr. Swenson interviews Christina Nicklaus, Clinical Education Manager and a respiratory therapist at Electromed, Inc., makers of the SmartVest. Christina explains the mechanism of high frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO), and provide...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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24:10
Episode 10: Arikayce, Clofazimine, and More
Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss other antibiotic treatments for NTM-PD, including Arikayce, clofazimine, amikacin, and more.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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31:34
Episode 9: Your Questions, Answered!
In the episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson take on listeners' tough questions about NTM diagnosis, treatment, and airway clearance.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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42:25
Episode 8: Treatment of MAC Lung Disease
Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss frontline MAC treatment, side effects, monitoring, and the importance of patient-provider collaboration.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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57:17
Episode 7: Diagnosis of NTM Lung Disease
Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss the diagnostic journey, as well as updates to the brand new 2020 multi-society treatment guidelines.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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23:42
Episode 6: Patient Advocacy with Laura Kelly
Dr. Swenson interviews Laura Kelly, founder of the greater Atlanta NTM support chapter, on patient advocacy and the importance of community in the treatment of NTM-PD.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:31
Episode 5: Airway Clearance Revisited
In this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson take a deeper dive into airway clearance, with an emphasis on device cleaning.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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18:56
Episode 4: What is NTM?
Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson discuss what NTM lung disease is, how common it is, and explore potential risk factors and causes.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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38:42
Episode 3: Airway Clearance, an Interview with a Respiratory Therapist
In this interview with respiratory therapist Mews Hilaire of Emory University in Atlanta, Dr. Swenson and Mr. Hilaire cover some common airway clearance techniques: what they are, how they're done, and how they improve quality of life in patien...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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40:01