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Drew University Anthropology and Archaeology Department

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Researcher uses Fulbright Grant to investigate unsolved mysteries in Belize

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

November 6, 2023

Casey Wahl is Senior Project 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 the increasing importance of artificial intelligence in pathology, as it enables faster analysis and new workflows for precision medicine. This episode highlights the intersection of technology and healthcare, showcasing the potential of digital pathology to improve access to care and have a profound impact on patients’ lives.

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The Significance of Robust Validation in Automated Quality Control Solutions

Proscia Automated QC

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

October 30, 2023

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 explains how working with a coach was a transformative experience for her, and inspired her to become a coach herself. We discuss some of her coaching methodologies, and talk about her blog, The Happy Physician.

Links for this episode:

Identification of a Novel Structural Variant of the α6 Integrin

The Happy Physician

The Happy Physician Blog

Tal Ben Shahar

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

September 18, 2023

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 a liaison with families and helps manage the distribution of donated cadavers to medical and dental schools.

Sarah has a masters degree in forensic medicine and has a passion for teaching anatomy to medical and graduate students. She believes in chasing your passions and continuously educating yourself about different career paths.

Links for this episode:

Drexel University Body Donor Program

Sara Sabatino’s Story – Forensic Medicine Program

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

July 24, 2023

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 of subspecialization in pathology, the benefits and drawbacks of subspecialization, and the importance of understanding how diagnoses impact patient treatment.

The episode discusses the benefits of digital pathology and the application of AI in driving its adoption, as well as the initial resistance to digital pathology and the changes that have occurred over time. We will also learn about the Paige platform, its interoperability and unique features, and the significance of Paige Prostate Detect as the first FDA-approved AI-based pathology product.

The episode highlights the efficiency and time-saving benefits of using AI algorithms in pathology, and the potential benefits of AI in predicting response to therapy and providing more impactful clinical information. The future of pathology with regards to AI is also discussed with Dr Klimstra, including the integration of data from multiple sources and the role of AI as decision support for pathologists.

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Dr David Klimstra Joins Paige As Chief Medical Officer

Paige

Passionate Pioneers: Transforming Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment with Artificial Intelligence with Dr. David Klimstra

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

July 17, 2023

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 patients. She discusses her experience and insights on the role of pathologists in multidisciplinary meetings, emphasizing the importance of communication and collaboration in these meetings, where pathologists can provide valuable insights and suggest further actions based on their access to information and ancillary tests. Dr Upreti also highlights the impact of clinical history on the diagnostic process and dispels the misconception that providing pathologists with too much clinical information may bias their diagnosis. She discusses the limited exposure to pathology in medical school and the declining number of medical students going into pathology, hoping that her book will help reverse this trend. Finally, she discusses the future of pathology education, focusing on technology, collaboration, and the potential of virtual reality in simulating pathology procedures and providing access to different types of specimens.

Links for this episode:

From Specimen to Sign-Out: Anatomic Pathology Explained

Royal College Of Pathologists of Australasia

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