People of Pathology Podcast
Episodes
Episode 211: Jennifer Hudson and Ashley Olson – Beyond Certification: The Case For Licensure Of Pathologists’ Assistants
Today my guests are pathologists’ assistants Jennifer Hudson and Ashley Olson from the AAPA Legislative Subcommittee.
What we discuss with Ashley and Jennifer:
- The difference between licensure vs. certification
- The necessity of licensure for Pathologist Assistants
- How licensure ensures competence and patient safety
- Distinguishing PAs from other lab roles
- Benefits of licensure for patients
- Addressing misconceptions about licensure
- Traveling PAs and licensure
- Steps for states considering licensure
- Resources and involvement for PAs
- Recent publications and webinars on licensure
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
American Association of Pathologists’ Assistants
Grossing Technician Duties and Responsibilities – AAPA Position Statement
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Episode 210: Michele Mitchell – Why Patient-Centered Pathology Matters: A Patient’s Perspective On Advocacy And Understanding
Today my guest is patient advocate Michele Mitchell.
What we discuss with Michele:
- Her personal cancer battle
- The treatment journey
- Seeing the enemy – a pivotal moment
- Pathology Clinics and patient experience
- Expanding advocacy to national level
- The 21st Century Cures Act and what it means for patients
- MyPathologyReport.ca – A Patient’s Perspective
- AI in patient-centered pathology
- Speaking Engagements and Advocacy
- Advice for patients and families
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
ASCP Patient Champions Program
Digital Pathology Association Patient Engagement Committee
University of Michigan Patient and Family Advisory Council
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Episode 209: Dr Nicole R Jackson – How Forensic Pathology Advances Equity And Public Health
Today my guest is Forensic Pathologist Dr Nicole R Jackson.
What we discuss with Dr Jackson:
- Her term as President of the Society of Black Pathology
- Consulting with the SUDC Foundation
- Her current role at the University of Washington
- EPAs in autopsy training
- The recent publication Health disparities among incarcerated populations: a crucial laboratory and pathology review.
- The impact of social media in pathology and forensic pathology
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
Health disparities among incarcerated populations: a crucial laboratory and pathology review
Challenges in autopsy training for pathology residents: A survey of autopsy directors
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Episode 208: Colin Murphy and Peter O’Toole – Harnessing The Power Of Structured Data In Pathology With mTuitive
Today my guests are Peter O’Toole and Colin Murphy from mTuitive.
What we discuss with Colin and Peter:
- Colin’s and Peter’s journeys to mTuitive
- The origin story of mTuitive
- Challenges and adoption of structured data
- Collaborations with CAP and ACS
- The future of digital pathology and structured data
- Real-time reference materials feature in mTuitive
- Customer success stories and favorite features
- Integration with major EHR systems
- Future innovations and improvements
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
College of American Pathologists Cancer Protocol Templates
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Episode 207: Dr Kene Ojukwu – Demystifying Diagnosis: How Pathology Can Connect, Educate, And Empower
My guest today is Dr Kene Ojukwu.
What we discuss with Dr Ojukwu:
- How she discovered pathology
- Educational pursuits: from public health to public policy
- Community engagement: Knowledge is Power Project
- Health literacy and dermatopathology education
- Challenges and innovations in patient-facing pathology
- Exploring language in medical diagnosis
- Inclusive pathology education
- Understanding learning styles in medical education
- Empowering self-assessment in medical training
- The human impact of pathology
- Policy influence in medical training
- The future of pathology and health equity
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
UCLA National Clinician Scholars Program
Pathology Project Wins Back to Bedside Recognition
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Episode 206: Evin Felix – Pathology-Inspired Art As A Therapeutic Healing Journey
Today my guest is artist Evin Felix.
What we discuss with Evin:
- Her introduction to art through her father
- Discovering a passion for painting
- The pathology art series: A healing journey
- Her artistic process as emotional expression
- How her work became part of The Healing Art of Pathology book
- The impact of her art on others
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
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