Welcome to the 7th episode of "Scoping the Issues." In this engaging installment, we are honoured to host Dr. Michael Baboudjian, a distinguished Urologist and Associate Professor at La Conception and Nord hospitals in Marseille, France. Dr. Baboudjian's groundbreaking research has captured the spotlight, and in this episode, we dive deep into two remarkable studies that have sparked significant interest within the medical community.

Firstly, we unravel the complexities of a thought-provoking cost environmental impact study. This study, published in a prestigious scientific journal in 2022, explores the comparison between Disposable Flexible Cystoscopes and their reusable counterparts. Learn how this study came into being and the driving forces behind its inception, as we engage in a fascinating discussion with Dr. Baboudjian.

But that's not all. In addition, we unveil a remarkable "Life Cycle Assessment of Reusable and Disposable Cystoscopes," which was released in December 2022. This study charts a path towards more sustainable urological procedures and promises to revolutionise the field.

In this episode, you'll hear Dr. Baboudjian's insights into the motivations behind adopting Single-use cystoscopes at his hospital and the transformative impact of this decision on the field of urology.

Studies: 

Cost and Environmental Impact of Disposable Flexible Cystoscopes Compared to Reusable Devices

Life Cycle Assessment of Reusable and Disposable Cystoscopes:
A Path to Greener Urological Procedures