Dr. Scott Atai
General thoracic surgeon at USC with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic lung resections and complex thoracic oncology cases; contributes surgical perspectives on resection strategies, margins, and technical resectability.
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Jan 9, 2026 • 1h 16min
Ep. 605 Advanced Surgical Approaches in Lung Cancer Management with Dr. Scott Atay and Dr. Scott Oh
Dr. Scott Atai, a general thoracic surgeon at USC, and Dr. Scott Oh, an interventional pulmonologist, join the discussion on innovative lung cancer treatments. They explore the shift from traditional open thoracotomy to robotic and minimally invasive techniques. The duo emphasizes the importance of accurate mediastinal staging and the role of advanced bronchoscopic methods. They also share insights on managing multifocal lung cancers and preserving lung function while employing a multidisciplinary and personalized approach for long-term outcomes.
Nov 14, 2025 • 56min
Ep. 589 Lung Cancer Tumor Boards: Multidisciplinary Approaches & Best Practices with Dr. Karen Reckamp, Dr. Scott Atay, Dr. Scott Oh, Dr. Alan Lee
Dr. Karen Reckamp, a thoracic oncologist, joins Dr. Alan Lee, a radiation oncologist, Dr. Scott Atay, a thoracic surgeon, and Dr. Scott Oh, an interventional pulmonologist, for a rich discussion on lung cancer management. They explore the dynamics of tumor boards, emphasizing collaborative decision-making and the benefits of hybrid meetings post-COVID. The panel dives into the significance of tissue diagnosis, mediastinal staging, and the evolving role of ablation therapy, highlighting challenges and strategies in treating early-stage and metastatic lung cancer.
