Podcast "Focus on Vessels"
"Gefäße im Fokus" (Focus on Vessels) is the official podcast of the German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine (DGG).
We highlight the latest developments in surgical, endovascular and preventive vascular medicine and discuss them with leading experts from research and practice. The podcast provides insights into innovative treatment methods, new studies and current challenges in the field.
Here you can listen to:
- Interviews with leading experts in the field of vascular surgery
- Discussions and lectures on specific specialist topics
- Discussion rounds in which current controversies and developments in vascular medicine are discussed
Our motto: "We think beyond vessels!"
Episode 8 – A Look behind the Scenes at the DGG – History, Commitment and Future (Kopie 1)
In this episode, DGG President Professor Farzin Adili, MD, talks to Professor Alexander Oberhuber, MD, Vice President of the DGG, about the development of the professional association, personal entry points and the importance of active membership. The two provide insights into the work of the commissions and sections, the processes within the executive committee and key topics such as hospital structures, quality criteria and guideline work. An inspiring episode for anyone who lives and breathes vascular surgery, wants to further develop the field, or has not yet ventured into active DGG work. The message of the episode: everyone can get involved – regardless of their career level or the size of their clinic.
In conversation: Prof. Alexander Oberhuber and Prof. Farzin Adili
Episode 8 – A Look behind the Scenes at the DGG – History, Commitment and Future
In this episode, DGG President Professor Farzin Adili, MD, talks to Professor Alexander Oberhuber, MD, Vice President of the DGG, about the development of the professional association, personal entry points and the importance of active membership. The two provide insights into the work of the commissions and sections, the processes within the executive committee and key topics such as hospital structures, quality criteria and guideline work. An inspiring episode for anyone who lives and breathes vascular surgery, wants to further develop the field, or has not yet ventured into active DGG work. The message of the episode: everyone can get involved – regardless of their career level or the size of their clinic.
In conversation: Prof. Alexander Oberhuber and Prof. Farzin Adili
Episode 7 – Diabetic Foot Syndrome – Interdisciplinary Thinking, Joint Care
Diabetic foot syndrome poses a greater challenge to vascular medicine than almost any other condition: it is complex, interdisciplinary and often has serious consequences. Topics include prevention, diagnosis, polyneuropathy, revascularisation and new treatment concepts. A practical discussion about the challenges of the future – and why networks and cooperation are crucial to avoiding amputations.
In conversation: PD Dr Barbara Rantner with Dr Hartmut Görtz and PD Dr Christian Alexander Behrendt
Episode 6 – From Guidelines to Registries: Strategies for better PAD Care
PAOD is a widespread disease – yet care often remains inadequate. In episode 6, PD Dr Barbara Rantner talks to PD Dr Ulrich Rother about prevention, registries, walking training, the new S3 guideline and the question of how walking training, revascularisation and lifestyle changes can be implemented in practice. An exciting conversation about guidelines, lifestyle and the need to finally focus on PAD.
In conversation: PD Dr Barbara Rantner with PD Dr Ulrich Rother
Episode 5 – How continuing education can truly improve – What we need to teach tomorrow
How can we future-proof vascular surgery training?
Prof. Farzin Adili talks to PD Dr. Katrin Meisenbacher about rotation models, simulation, competence-based training – and why teaching should no longer be a side issue. Listen now – practical and relevant for everyone who trains and is trained.
In conversation: PD Dr. Katrin Meisenbacher and Prof. Dr. Farzin Adili
Special Episode Summer 2025 – AI and Empathy – Summer Update on Episode 4
Summer update on our popular AI episode: two listener questions – two well-informed answers. How empathetic is AI really? And are there already avatars in emergency rooms? Listen now – concise, insightful and up to date.
In conversation: Michaela Richter and PD Dr Barbara Rantner
Episode 4 – Avatars, Analysis, Medical History – how AI Supports Vascular Surgery
AI meets everyday clinical practice: In episode 4, PD Dr Barbara Rantner talks to Prof. Martin Hirsch about artificial intelligence in vascular surgery – between empathy and efficiency, responsibility and vision. How is AI changing medicine? Which applications are already in use? And which ethical questions do we urgently need to clarify? An exciting look at what is coming – and what is already reality.
In conversation: PD Dr Barbara Rantner and Prof. Dr Martin Hirsch
Episode 3 – Aortic Surgery – Emotion, Evidence and Structure: What the Field Needs
Emotion meets evidence: PD Dr Farzin Adili talks to Prof Dittmar Böckler about the importance of the aorta in vascular surgery – medically, politically and structurally. A conversation about hospital reform, minimum volumes, elderly patients, new technologies and the question: what does good aortic surgery in Germany need?
In conversation: PD Dr Farzin Adili and Prof Dittmar Böckler
Episode 2 – Carotid Stenosis in Elderly Patients: When is Intervention really Necessary?
When is surgery really necessary for older patients with carotid stenosis? PD Dr Barbara Rantner talks to Prof. Lars Kellert about the role of age, frailty and cognition – and why open surgery can often be the best choice, even for the very elderly.
In conversation: PD Dr Barbara Rantner and Prof. Lars Kellert
Episode 1: Vascular Surgery in Transition – 40 Years of the DGG and a Look to the Future
40 years of the DGG – reason enough to look back and ahead: PD Dr Barbara Rantner talks to Professor Jörg Heckenkamp and PD Dr Farzin Adili about advances, challenges and prospects in vascular surgery.
Moderators: PD Dr Rantner & PD Dr Adili
Guest: Prof. Jörg Heckenkamp
