People of Pathology Podcast
Episodes
Episode 214: Coraliz Martinez – From Patient To Medical Laboratory Scientist: A Story Of Healing And Purpose
Today my guest is Coraliz Martinez, a Medical Laboratory Scientist and osteosarcoma survivor.
What we discuss with Coraliz:
- Her diagnosis and treatment journey
- Inspiration and career path into Medical Laboratory Science
- The role and impact of the Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Art and science: a personal connection
- Returning to St. Jude: The Life Study
- Her dream to give back and how she hopes to inspire others
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
Life-changing experience at St. Jude shaped Coraliz’s career path
St Jude Children’s Research Hospital
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Episode 213: Arun Ananth and Tom Gallo – Data As An Asset With Proscia’s Diagnostic Network
Today my guests are Arun Ananth, CCO and Tom Gallo, CFO from Proscia.
What we discuss with Arun and Tom:
- Introduction to Proscia’s Diagnostic Network
- Reshaping the economics of pathology
- Economic opportunities in digital pathology
- Data as an asset in biomarker discovery
- Clinical trials as use cases
- Compliance and security in digital pathology
- Pathology’s central role in treatment
- Accelerating digital adoption and ROI
- Patient benefits and clinical trials
- Risks and barriers in digital pathology
- Advice for labs considering digital pathology
- Market adoption and future vision
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
Proscia Cements Leadership in Diagnostic Pathology with 400% Growth in Daily Cases
Rewiring the Laboratory’s Bottom Line: Moving Towards Digital Pathology as a Profit Center
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Episode 212: Dr Jeff Myers – Innovating Pathology With A Patient-Centered Approach
My guest today is pathologist Dr Jeff Myers.
What we discuss with DR Myers:
- Dr. Myers’ path to pathology
- His career at Mayo Clinic
- The transition to University of Michigan
- The beginning of patient-centered pathology
- Creating the Patient and Family Advisory Council
- Challenges and innovations in Pathology Clinics
- Stories of interacting with patients and their families
- Reinventing lab design
- The role of collaboration in pathology
- Reviving a passion for music
- Reflecting on a career in pathology
Links for this episode:
Pathologists’ Assistant Shadowing Network
Honoring Dr. Jeffrey Myers: A Trailblazer in Pathology Moves to Retirement
Institute for Patient and Family-Centered Care
Bringing Patients and Pathology Together: An Interview with Jeffrey Myers, MD
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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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