Best Emily Volk Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 191: Jon Odle - Revolutionizing Pathology With Pramana's Digital Pathology As A Service 32:51

10d ago32:51

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My guest today is Jon Odle from Pramana. What we discuss with Jon: Overview of Pramana and its scanning technology Importance of QA/QC in digital pathology Challenges in scaling digital pathology, including labor costs The role of AI in digital pathology and its potential as a diagnostic aid The concept of Digital Pathology as a Service (DPAAS) Adv…

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Episode 190: Dr Emily Volk - Bringing Pathologist Leadership and Patient Advocacy to the Forefront 57:44

2M ago57:44

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My guest today is Pathologist Dr Emily Volk. Mentorship played a significant role in her career, guiding her decisions and shaping her path. Dr. Volk became involved with the College of American Pathologists (CAP) through a mentor, who encouraged her to join the cytopathology committee. Dr. Volk was elected to the CAP Board of Governors and later b…

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Episode 189: Dr Allison Goldberg - The Impact Of Curiosity In The Career Of A Cytopathologist 56:23

2M ago56:23

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Dr Allison Goldberg is a cytopathologist, and Director of the Cytopathology Fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University.. What we discuss with Dr Goldberg: How her father's work in pharmaceutical industry on AIDS medications helped to inspire her career path How she found satisfaction in surgical procedures and the operating room environment initiall…

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Episode 188: Nathan Buchbinder - A Deep Dive Into Proscia's Precision Medicine AI Portfolio 28:05

3M ago28:05

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Nathan Buchbinder from Proscia returns to discuss Proscia's Precision Medicine AI Portfolio. The portfolio includes leading AI applications available on the Concentriq platform. The portfolio streamlines the process of deploying, supporting, and using AI applications in pathology. The portfolio includes applications from Proscia and other developer…

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Episode 187: Dr Denise Gemmellaro - Exploring Forensic Entomology: Training, Research, and Global Outreach 44:51

3M ago44:51

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Dr Denise Gemmellaro is a forensic entomologist, and my guest today. We discuss how she initially pursued medical school but found it was not for her. She found forensic entomology to be a complete and engaging field that allowed her to work on real cases and teach. Dr. Gemmellaro emphasized the importance of students realizing they can change thei…

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Episode 186: Dr Ritcha Saxena - Enhancing Pathology Education Through Active Learning Strategies 50:44

3M ago50:44

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Today Dr Ritcha Saxena returns to the podcast. She integrated virtual teaching methods into her educational approach, including online lectures, Zoom discussions, and virtual microscopy. Dr. Saxena was involved in a study analyzing pathology education in medical schools in the U.S. and other countries, focusing on curriculum content, teaching metho…

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Episode 185: Jacob Guggenheim - Augmenting Grossing With AI: The Sentinel From Vistapath 36:56

4M ago36:56

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Jacob Guggenheim is head of engineering at Vistapath. Their innovative Sentinel is bringing AI to specimen grossing. Jacob's background in bioengineering and robotics led him to join Vistapath Vistapath's mission is to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the histology process, inspired by a real-world incident The Sentinel is designed to augment…

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Episode 184: Dr Simone Arvisais-Anhalt And Dr Daniel Qazi: Large Language Models In Pathology: From Chat GPT to Retrieval Augmented Generation 56:57

5M ago56:57

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My guests today are Dr Simone Arvisais-Anhalt and Dr Daniel Qazi. We discussed the benefits of using LLMs in pathology, including creating outlines, data analysis, and translating reports for patients There are also challenges in the use LLMs, such as hallucinations and bias Dr. Arvisais-Anhalt and Dr. Qazi described their study on using LLMs in cl…

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Episode 183: Joseph Mossel - Revolutionizing Pathology with AI: A Conversation with IBEX Co-Founder 30:15

5M ago30:15

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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 diagnostic efficiency but also detected a diagnostic error, demonstrat…

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Episode 182: Imogen Fitt And Nathan Buchbinder - Emerging Trends In Pathology: From AI to Precision Medicine 44:15

5M ago44:15

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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 up imaginations about the future of pathology and has accelerated the ti…

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Episode 181: Dr Bronwyn Bryant - Redefining Pathology Training With Entrustable Professional Activities 55:56

6M ago55:56

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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 and is now working on developing an electronic tool to facilitate th…

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Episode 180: Exploring Pathology Observerships with Dr Risha Khatri And Dr Abdul Abid 56:02

6M ago56:02

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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 techniques, and understand the diagnost…

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Episode 179: Marissa Spencer - Improving Pathology Education: The Importance of Understanding Why 47:41

7M ago47:41

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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 each action in pathology. By grasping the "why" behind the procedures, learn…

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Episode 178: Liz Wingard And Dr Dave Wilbur - Revolutionizing Pathology: The Journey of Corista and DP3 47:04

7M ago47:04

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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 shared insights into their backgrounds and how they got involved in healthcare tech…

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Episode 177: Mateo Lopez - The Future Of Specimen Grossing: Vistapath And The Sentinel 36:58

8M ago36:58

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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 about how the Sentinel uses AI to streamline grossing, improve accuracy, and enhance the pat…

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Episode 176: David West - 510 k Clearance Milestone For Concentriq AP-Dx And What It Means For The Future Of Digital Pathology 38:11

8M ago38:11

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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 clearances in Europe, offering insights into the journey of …

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Episode 175: Dr Aleksandra Zuraw - All You Need To Know To Start And Continue Your Digital Pathology Journey 49:56

8M ago49:56

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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 also as a valuable resource for those who already have some knowledge of the field. It covers a wide range of t…

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The Expanse Action Figure Kickstarter with Brian Volk-Weiss from the Nacelle Company 24:55

8M ago24:55

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Nick and Brian chat all about the now live "The Expanse" kickstarter for the amazing new toy line from Nacelle. The pair chat about Brian's history with the show, and all of the amazing details and accessories that the figures come with. The pair also chats about stretch goals and how badly Brian wants to make the flight deck chair.To learn more ab…

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Episode 174: Dr Rodney Rohde - From CLS to MLS: A Journey In Standardization And Advocacy 48:21

8M ago48:21

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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 challenges existed prior to COVID-19 but were exacerbated by the pandemic. D…

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Episode 173: Jeff Rhude - Navigating The Cloud In Digital Pathology With Proscia 37:49

9M ago37:49

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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 benefits that make cloud storage a compelling choice for st…

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WIKYS4E41 | Mondo, Attack Peter - Peter Santa-Maria Interview 59:21

9M ago59:21

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"Wait, I Know You" Podcast Season Four, Episode Forty One - Nick chats with Peter Santa-Maria aka Attack Peter about his unique art style of print making as well as his professional work at Mondo. The pair also chat about the Florida art scene and how Peter had to struggle to find his path. They also chat about Madballs and Peter's original Kaiju, …

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WIKYS4E40 | Video Games & Sobriety - J. Kenji López-Alt Interview 45:22

9M ago45:22

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"Wait, I Know You" Podcast Season Four, Episode Forty - Nick chats with J. Kenji López-Alt, a James Beard award winner and the New York Times best selling author of the Food Lab, Every Night is Pizza Night and The Wok. The pair chat about two things Kenji hardly talks about; video games and sobriety. The pair also chat about Kenji's new podcast, an…

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WIKY S4E39 | Getting Lost - Ralph Apel Interview 1:12:11

9M ago1:12:11

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"Wait, I Know You" Podcast Season Four, Episode Thirty Nine - Nick chats with Ralph Apel, a Producer from the upcoming documentary "Getting Lost" directed by Taylor Morden, director of the Last Blockbuster. The pair chat about all things related to the ABC show "Lost" and about Ralph's history with the show. They also chat about Ralph's super aweso…

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Episode 172: Dr Jason Wasserman - Empowering Patients With MyPathologyReport 50:16

9M ago50:16

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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 about their diagnosis. Initially, the website started with a glossary of common pa…

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WIKY S4E38 | Super7 - Brian Flynn Interview 1:01:40

9M ago1:01:40

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"Wait, I Know You" Podcast Season Four, Episode Thirty Eight - Nick chats with Brian Flynn, the owner and founder of Super7 and Hybrid design. The pair chat about all things vinyl toys, the history of Supe7, and all of the awesome things they make. They also chat about how toy hunting in the 90's was a little sketchy and about some of the amazing a…

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Episode 171: Olivia Josephsen - A Guide To Shadowing In Pathology 59:25

9M ago59:25

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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 shadow, and how to contact them. While shadowing, it is important to ask questions, and we tell you why. After s…

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WIKY S4E37 | Death Dreams, Survival Guide - Emily Whitehurst Interview 1:16:02

10M ago1:16:02

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"Wait, I Know You" Podcast Season Four, Episode Thirty Seven - Emily Whitehurst, the artist known as Survival Guide, returns to the podcast to chat about all things death dreams. Nick & Em chat about Em's new album, the process of making it, and some of the accomplishments of the record. The pair also talk about who Em would take on an epic journey…

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Episode 170: Katie Maloney - Exploring Partnership Trends in Digital Pathology With DeciBio 45:28

10M ago45:28

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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 in addressing the complexity and interoperability challenges in digital pat…

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Episode 169: Amanda Coble - Embracing Opportunities And Driving Innovation At Proscia 40:04

11M ago40:04

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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 selection and implementation of a new laboratory information system (LIS). Her expe…

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Episode 168: Susan Stillman - Starting A New Pathologists’ Assistant Training Program 39:17

11M ago39:17

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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 and the process of starting a pathologist assistant program. Susan shares her thou…

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Episode 167: Dr Lisa Monetti - Collaboration And The Path To Bioarchaeology And Forensic Anthropology 53:47

12M ago53:47

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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 accessible, in order to create a more diverse field. She discusses the importance of collaboration, and…

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Episode 166: Casey Wahl - Proscia And Building Solutions For Current And Future Needs In Pathology 29:41

1y ago29:41

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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 the increasing importance of artificial intelligence in pathology, as it enables faster analysis and new …

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Episode 165: Dr Tracy Davis - Dermatopathology, Mindset, and The Happy Physician 59:22

1y ago59:22

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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 …

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Episode 164: Sara Sabatino - From Medical Curiosity To A Passion For Forensics And Teaching 35:30

1y ago35:30

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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 ha…

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Welcome to Digital Narrative 2:24

1y ago2:24

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Stories are all around us. Digital media has changed the landscape for creators, media professionals, journalists, marketers, and YOU, worldwide. Welcome to Digital Narrative. On this podcast, we discuss compelling case studies and empathy-driven storytelling techniques that create real-world impact. Join this hub for intentional conversation, focu…

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Episode 163: Dr David Klimstra - Paige, AI, And Changing Landscapes In Pathology 42:22

1+ y ago42:22

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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…

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Episode 162: Dr Sheela Upreti - From Specimen To Sign-Out: Anatomic Pathology Explained 34:45

1+ y ago34:45

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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 …

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Episode 161: Dr Casey Schukow - Finding Passion In Bone And Soft Tissue Pathology 41:57

1+ y ago41:57

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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 to pursue pathology as a career and the fulfillment he has found in this…

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Episode 160: Dr Bilal Ahmad - Spectrum Healthcare Partners, Concentriq Dx, and Thinking Differently About Digital Pathology 40:02

1+ y ago40:02

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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 Ahmad is now leading the digital pathology initiative and trying to steer the ship in the rig…

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WIKY S3E36 | Ruckus & Rumpus Revival, Slam Poetry, Cult Leaders - Jamie DeWolf Interview 1:36:37

1+ y ago1:36:37

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"Wait, I Know You" Podcast Season Three, Episode Thirty Six - Nick chats with Jamie DeWolf, a writer, director, filmmaker, music video director, performer, vaudeville MC, spoken word artist, clown, slam poet, and the great grandson of a cult leader. The pair chat about Jamie's creative endeavors, including the Oakland underground vaudeville show, T…

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Episode 159: Dr Richard Levenson - AI In Pathology: What Could Possibly Go Wrong 48:56

1+ y ago48:56

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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 the potential to significantly decrease turnaround time, while providing more information than the stan…

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Episode 158: Dr Tom Grogan - Chasing The Invisible 42:14

1+ y ago42:14

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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, as well as his upbringing and living in countries going through revolutions. He developed the first automated IH…

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Episode 157: Dr Derek Welch - PathGroup, Proscia, And The Benefits of Digital Pathology 39:53

1+ y ago39:53

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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 the future of artificial intelligence in pathology How pathology data can be use…

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Episode 156: Dr Aleksandra Zuraw - Where Pathology Meets Computer Science, And Pathology 101 For Tissue Image Analysis 43:05

1+ y ago43:05

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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 in digital pathology development Her new course Pathology 101 for Tissue …

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Episode 155: Dr Keith Wharton - Cutting Edge Technologies Advancing Pathology Into The Future 1:09:26

1+ y ago1:09:26

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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 slide imaging Pathology data and its use in compan…

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Episode 154: Marissa Spencer - Interprofessionalism, And Teaching Why Rather Than How 48:11

1+ y ago48:11

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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 of teaching why vs just …

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Episode 153: Jess And Alice - Autopsy Technicians And Hosts Of Inside The Morgue Podcast 37:53

1+ y ago37:53

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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 why they started the Inside the Morgue Podcast How the use the podcast to educate …

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Episode 152: Carly Newton And Lori Harada - Transfusion Medicine, And Terumo Blood And Cell Technologies 46:42

1+ y ago46:42

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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 used How these technologies benefit patients Some exciting advancements coming in …

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Episode 151: Dr Ken Gatter - The Challenges And Opportunities Of Recruiting International Medical Graduates, And Medical Legal Partnerships 34:50

1+ y ago34:50

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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 paper he co authored The Challenges and Opportunities of Recruiting Inter…

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Episode 150: Robert Lott And Joshua Greenlee - Anatomic Pathology Patient Interest Association 45:13

1+ y ago45:13

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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 the clinical lab into industry The Anatomic Patient Interest Association (APPI…

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