People of Pathology Podcast

People of Pathology Podcast episodes:

• 06.10.2024

  Episode 183: Joseph Mossel - Revolutionizing Pathology with AI: A Conversation with IBEX Co-Founder

  Jospeh Mossel co-founded Ibex in 2016. Since its inception, Ibex has remained committed to developing AI applications for clinical diagnostics. The company achieved its first milestone in 2018 by deploying its first algorithm for prostate cancer. This algorithm not only enhanced...

  
• 06.03.2024

  Episode 182: Imogen Fitt And Nathan Buchbinder - Emerging Trends In Pathology: From AI to Precision Medicine

  My guests today are Imogen Fitt from Signify Research and Nathan Buchbinder from Proscia.  We discuss emerging trends in pathology, including: The current technology with the most significant impact in the field of pathology has been artificial intelligence (AI). AI has stirred...

  
• 05.20.2024

  Episode 181: Dr Bronwyn Bryant - Redefining Pathology Training With Entrustable Professional Activities

  Today my guest is Dr. Bronwyn Bryant, a pathologist and pathology educator. Dr. Bryant has been involved in the National EPA Working Group, focused on implementing Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) in pathology residency programs. The group conducted a pilot study on EPAs...

  
• 05.06.2024

  Episode 180: Exploring Pathology Observerships with Dr Risha Khatri And Dr Abdul Abid

  Pathology observerships offer a unique opportunity for medical students and recent graduates to gain firsthand experience and insights into the dynamic field of pathology. These structured programs provide participants with the chance to observe experienced pathologists at work, learn about various laboratory...

  
• 04.15.2024

  Episode 179: Marissa Spencer - Improving Pathology Education: The Importance of Understanding Why

  Pathologists' Assistant Marissa Spencer returns to the podcast and we take a deep dive into the concept of teaching "why" vs teaching "how." Understanding the Why: Marissa emphasized the significance of not just memorizing steps but truly understanding the rationale behind...

  
• 04.08.2024

  Episode 178: Liz Wingard And Dr Dave Wilbur - Revolutionizing Pathology: The Journey of Corista and DP3

  My guests today are Elizabeth Wingard and Dr Dave Wilbur from Corista. Liz and Dr. Wilbur discussed the evolution of digital pathology and the need for open systems in the field. This goal was realized with Corista's Digital Pathology Processing Platform (DP3). They...

  
• 04.01.2024

  Episode 177: Mateo Lopez - The Future Of Specimen Grossing: Vistapath And The Sentinel

  Mateo Lopez is Director of Customer Success at Vistapath. In this episode we discuss the future of AI in pathology grossing.  Mateo shares his journey from PA to industry, the founding story of Vistapath, and the innovative Sentinel grossing station. We talk...

  
• 03.25.2024

  Episode 176: David West - 510 k Clearance Milestone For Concentriq AP-Dx And What It Means For The Future Of Digital Pathology

  In this episode, David West discusses Proscia's recent 510K clearance for Concentric AP-Dx software. The conversation delves into the significance of 510 k clearance, explaining its role in regulatory approval for medical devices. David highlights the company's global success and previous...

  
• 03.18.2024

  Episode 175: Dr Aleksandra Zuraw - All You Need To Know To Start And Continue Your Digital Pathology Journey

  Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw returns to the podcast to discuss her new book, Digital Pathology 101: All You Need to Know to Start and Continue Your Digital Pathology Journey. The book is not only meant as an introduction to digital pathology, but...

  
• 03.11.2024

  Episode 174: Dr Rodney Rohde - From CLS to MLS: A Journey In Standardization And Advocacy

  On this episode Dr Rodney Rohde discusses his involvement with the ASCP's Blueprint for Action to address workforce shortages in the laboratory. He highlights the efforts of various organizations to create solutions and improve the situation, emphasizing that the workforce...

  
• 03.04.2024

  Episode 173: Jeff Rhude - Navigating The Cloud In Digital Pathology With Proscia

  Jeff Rhude is the VP of Technical Operations at Proscia.  Today we discuss the use of cloud-based technologies in digital pathology. Cloud-based storage offers significant advantages over traditional on-premises solutions in the field of digital pathology. The episode highlights several key...

  
• 02.12.2024

  Episode 172: Dr Jason Wasserman - Empowering Patients With MyPathologyReport

  The MyPathologyReport website was created by Dr. Jason Wasserman, a pathologist, with the goal of providing patients with a better understanding of their pathology reports. Dr. Wasserman recognized the need for patients to have access to clear and concise information...

  
• 02.05.2024

  Episode 171: Olivia Josephsen - A Guide To Shadowing In Pathology

  In this episode, Olivia Josephsen and I take you step by step through how to get shadowing opportunities. While this is about pathologists assistants, these tips can be used in any laboratory profession.   We explain how to find someone to...

  
• 01.08.2024

  Episode 170: Katie Maloney - Exploring Partnership Trends in Digital Pathology With DeciBio

  In this podcast episode, I speak with Katie Maloney, a principal at DeciBio, a precision medicine consulting company. We discuss the importance of partnerships in driving innovation and adoption in the field of digital pathology. Katie explains that partnerships are crucial...

  
• 12.18.2023

  Episode 169: Amanda Coble - Embracing Opportunities And Driving Innovation At Proscia

  Amanda Coble is a pathologists' assistant with a diverse career path. After completing her education, she worked as a pathologists' assistant and also took on management activities, such as designing a new anatomic pathology laboratory space and participating in the...

  
• 12.11.2023

  Episode 168: Susan Stillman - Starting A New Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program

  Susan Stillman recently became the program director of the new Pathologist Assistant Program at Carroll University. In this episode, we discuss Susan's background and how she became interested in the field of pathology. We also talk about her transition into teaching...

  
• 11.20.2023

  Episode 167: Dr Lisa Monetti - Collaboration And The Path To Bioarchaeology And Forensic Anthropology

  Dr Lisa Monetti is a Forensic Anthropologist and Bioarcaeologist specializing in the analysis of burned and cremated remains.  Today we talk about some of the overlap of methods between these two fields.  Dr Monetti tries to make these methods more...

  
• 11.06.2023

  Episode 166: Casey Wahl - Proscia And Building Solutions For Current And Future Needs In Pathology

  Casey Wahl is Senior Product Manager for Core Platform and AI at Proscia. She has been working in the digital pathology space since 2019. We discuss the innovation boom happening in pathology and the benefits of going digital. Casey talks about...

  
• 10.30.2023

  Episode 165: Dr Tracy Davis - Dermatopathology, Mindset, and The Happy Physician

  Dr Tracy Davis is a Dermatopathologist and Certified Professional Coach.  Today we discuss her career path into pathology and dermatopathology.  She also tells us about a few of her interests in pathology, including digital pathology, AI, mentoring, and teaching.  Dr Davis...

  
• 09.18.2023

  Episode 164: Sara Sabatino - From Medical Curiosity To A Passion For Forensics And Teaching

  Sarah Sabatino is the anatomy labs program manager at Drexel University's medical school. She also works as a per diem autopsy technician for three local counties and is involved in the body donor program. In this role she serves as...

  
• 07.24.2023

  Episode 163: Dr David Klimstra - Paige, AI, And Changing Landscapes In Pathology

  Dr David Klimstra is a Pathologist, Chief Medical Officer and Cofounder of Paige.  Today we will learn about his career path and motivation to become a doctor, and his interest in GI pathology. We will also talk about the evolution...

  
• 07.17.2023

  Episode 162: Dr Sheela Upreti - From Specimen To Sign-Out: Anatomic Pathology Explained

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Sheela Upreti Dr Upreti is the author of From Specimen to Sign Out, Anatomic Pathology Explained, which aims to provide accessible and helpful information for health professionals, including junior pathology residents, as well as potentially benefiting...

  
• 07.10.2023

  Episode 161: Dr Casey Schukow - Finding Passion In Bone And Soft Tissue Pathology

  Today my guest is Pathology Resident Dr Casey Schukow We discuss the challenges of balancing personal and professional life in the healthcare field. Dr Schukow emphasizes the importance of fulfilling one's needs and learning to compartmentalize. He also reflect on his decision...

  
• 06.13.2023

  Episode 160: Dr Bilal Ahmad - Spectrum Healthcare Partners, Concentriq Dx, and Thinking Differently About Digital Pathology

  Dr Bilal Ahmad is the managing director of the Spectrum Healthcare Partners Pathology Division.  He has been using digital technology for ancillary testing, such as TCPC FISH, flow cytometry, and IHC interpretation for many years. As a managing director, Dr...

  
• 05.30.2023

  Episode 159: Dr Richard Levenson - AI In Pathology: What Could Possibly Go Wrong

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Richard Levenson We discuss his career path so far, including how he discovered pathology.  Dr Levenson talks about his work in slide free imaging, which he started doing early in his career.  Slide free imaging has...

  
• 05.22.2023

  Episode 158: Dr Tom Grogan - Chasing The Invisible

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Tom Grogan Dr. Grogan is the founder of Ventana and the author of Chasing the Invisible: A Doctor's Quest to Abolish the Last Unseen Cancer Cell. He talks about his journey in both pathology and business,...

  
• 05.08.2023

  Episode 157: Dr Derek Welch - PathGroup, Proscia, And The Benefits of Digital Pathology

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Derek Welch  What we discuss with Dr Welch: Why he chose medical school and how he discovered pathology How he joined PathGroup and his current role as Chief Medical Officer The collaboration between PathGroup and Proscia His thoughts on...

  
• 04.24.2023

  Episode 156: Dr Aleksandra Zuraw - Where Pathology Meets Computer Science, And Pathology 101 For Tissue Image Analysis

  Today my guest is Veterinary Pathologist Dr Aleksandra Zuraw What we discuss with Dr Zuraw: How digital pathology has advanced over the last two years The online event, Bridging the Gap Between Pathology and Computer Science Why it is important for pathologists to be involved...

  
• 04.17.2023

  Episode 155: Dr Keith Wharton - Cutting Edge Technologies Advancing Pathology Into The Future

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Keith Wharton What we discuss with Dr Wharton: His path into pathology Why he decided to move into industry The importance of pathologists being involved in technology His work in multiplex immunofluorescence staining The pixel pathway and its implications for whole...

  
• 04.10.2023

  Episode 154: Marissa Spencer - Interprofessionalism, And Teaching Why Rather Than How

  Today my guest is Pathologists' Assistant Marissa Spencer What we discuss with Marissa: How she discovered the pathologists' assistant field Her teaching experience and how that led her to Tulane Interprofessionalism and why it is important How interprofessionalism leads to better teamwork and better patient care The method...

  
• 04.03.2023

  Episode 153: Jess And Alice - Autopsy Technicians And Hosts Of Inside The Morgue Podcast

  Today my guests are Autopsy Technicians Jess and Alice  What we discuss with Jess and Alice: Their educational paths and how that led to forensics The training to become an autopsy technician The most rewarding part of their job The importance of mental health How and...

  
• 03.27.2023

  Episode 152: Carly Newton And Lori Harada - Transfusion Medicine, And Terumo Blood And Cell Technologies

  Today my guests are Lori Harada and Carly Newton from Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies What we discuss with Lori and Carly: Their backgrounds in nursing How they joined Terumo BCT Therapeutic plasma exchange and red blood exchange, and some conditions where this is...

  
• 03.20.2023

  Episode 151: Dr Ken Gatter - The Challenges And Opportunities Of Recruiting International Medical Graduates, And Medical Legal Partnerships

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Ken Gatter What we discuss with Dr Gatter: His initial interest in law and why he switched to medicine How he discovered pathology His interest in the interaction of medicine and law Medical Legal Partnerships and how they benefit patients The...

  
• 03.12.2023

  Episode 150: Robert Lott And Joshua Greenlee - Anatomic Pathology Patient Interest Association

  Today my guests are Robert Lott and Joshua Greenlee from the Anatomic Pathology Patient Interest Association  What we discuss with Robert and Josh: How they each got into the histotechnology field How they became involved in training programs Why they decided to move from...

  
• 03.06.2023

  Episode 149: Dr Janamarie Truesdell - Critical Thinking In Death Scene Investigation And The Nutshell Studies Of Unexplained Death

  Today my guest is Death Scene Investigator and Forensic Anthropologist Dr Janamarie Truesdell What we discuss with Dr Truesdell: The Critical Thinking in Death Scene Investigation course at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside How she teaches a method for investigating a scene How she got into death...

  
• 02.27.2023

  Episode 148: Navid Alipour - AI In Healthcare, CureMatch, And CureMetrix

  Today my guest is Navid Alipour, CEO of AI Med Global What we discuss with Navid: How he got into the AI in Healthcare space Why he thinks there is such massive growth in the use of AI right now Why AI should be thought...

  
• 02.20.2023

  Episode 147: Sarah Blizzard - The Intersection of Pathology, Yoga, and Mindfulness

  Today my guest is Pathologists' Assistant Sarah Blizzard What we discuss with Sarah: How she discovered the pathologists' assistant field How a running injury turned her to yoga Some ways that pathology and yoga are similar Her Youtube series on yoga stretches for PAs Mindfulness and how...

  
• 02.13.2023

  Episode 146: Bruce Goldfarb - OCME: Life in America’s Top Forensic Medical Center

  Today my guest is Bruce Goldfarb, author of OCME: Life in America's Top Forensic Medical Center What we discuss with Bruce: His background as an EMT and a journalist How his skillset led to his position as Executive Assistant to the Chief Medical Examiner...

  
• 02.06.2023

  Episode 145: Dr Cindy Wang - Living The H&E Life

  Today my guest is GI Pathologist Dr Cindy Wang What we discuss with Dr Wang: How she chose medicine as a career How she discovered pathology and which subspecialties she was interested in How and why she started her YouTube channel, H&E; Life Why she chooses...

  
• 01.23.2023

  Episode 144: Evan Bird - Forensic Anthropology and The Corpse Review

  Today my guest is Forensic Anthropologist Evan Bird What we discuss with Evan: How he got interested in forensic anthropology and how educational path The importance of networking in the forensic field His experience in teaching and how that helps him in other areas How he became...

  
• 01.16.2023

  Episode 143: Dr Jeannie Shen - Breast Cancer Treatment Advancements, and A Surgeon’s Perspective of Pathology

  Today my guest is Oncologic Breast Surgeon Dr Jeannie Shen What we discuss with Dr Shen: How she was inspired to become a doctor and her path into surgery Why she chose to specialize in breast cancer surgery How surgeons help to drive technology and...

  
• 01.09.2023

  Episode 142: Tom McAndrew - Cold Cases and Investigative Genetic Genealogy

  Today my guest is Retired Homicide Detective Tom McAndrew What we discuss with Tom: How and why he got into law enforcement Pursuing his education while working in law enforcement His involvement in the Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Investigation Assessment Unit Investigative Genetic Genealogy and how...

  
• 12.19.2022

  Episode 141: Dr Eylül Gün - Pathology In Turkey, PathArt, And EndoNews

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Eylül Gün What we discuss with Dr Gün: Her experience as an exchange student in the US and her favorite American sports How she decided on a career in pathology Her interests in gynecologic, urologic, and forensic pathology Her involvement...

  
• 12.12.2022

  Episode 140: Dr Greg Fuller - Diagnostic Medicine and Oncologic Neuropathology

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Greg Fuller What we discuss with Dr Fuller: How he became interested in neuropathology How studying English has an influence on his work now His early mentors and how they helped steer his career The concept of Diagnostic Medicine and...

  
• 12.05.2022

  Episode 139: Dr Barbarajean Magnani - A Message in Poison, and The Poison Blog

  Today my guest is Pathologist, Toxicologist, and Author Dr Barbarajean Magnani What we discuss with Dr Magnani: When she started working on A Message in Poison after finishing the previous book Why she included a new character in this book, a forensic pathologist The further...

  
• 11.28.2022

  Episode 138: Dr Sophia K Apple - Who Says You Have Breast Cancer: The Unseen Doctors

  Today my guest is Pathologist and Author Dr Sophia K Apple. What we discuss with Dr Apple: How she became interested in writing Her first two novels, and why she decided to write a nonfiction book Her path to medical school and pathology, and why...

  
• 11.21.2022

  Episode 137: Dr Aleš Ryška - The Role of Pathology in Molecular Testing, and The European Society of Pathology

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Aleš Ryška What we discuss with Dr Ryška: Why he decided to go to medical school and how he discovered pathology His thoughts on why students are not choosing medicine as a career, and what to do about...

  
• 11.14.2022

  Episode 136: Dr Amanda Herrmann - CAP Residents Forum, And The Pathology Fellowship Application Crisis

  Today my guest is Pathology Resident Dr Amanda Herrmann What we discuss with Dr Herrmann: Studying microbiology in college and how she decided to pursue an MD/PhD Her initial interest in dermatology and how she discovered pathology Her experience with the residency match process How she...

  
• 11.07.2022

  Episode 135: Dr Ken Bloom - Transforming Pathology Through Technology, Spatial Biology, And Nucleai

  Today my guest is Pathologist Dr Ken Bloom  What we discuss with Dr Bloom: His path from medical school to pathology Designing and implementing the first telepathology system His work in computer vision that led to working at Chromavision Developing an immunofluorescence system with Clarient His...

  
• 10.31.2022

  Episode 134: Leif Honda And Jon Wetzel - Biobanking And Trimetis Life Sciences

  Today my guests are Leif Honda and Jon Wetzel from Trimetis Life Sciences What we discuss with Jon and Leif: Their educational backgrounds and entrepreneurial inspirations How they got started in biobanking and how they came to work together Their roles at Trimetis Life...