EP14: Smears and Specimens: Gynecologic & Cytopathology with Dr. Schatz-Siemers

EP17: Pixels to Patients: Digital Cytopathology and AI

What does it actually take to bring digital pathology and AI into real-world practice? In this episode, we chat with Yosep Chong, MD, PhD, Associate Professor at The Catholic University of Korea, to explore the evolving role of digital cytopathology and artificial intelligence in modern pathology. Dr. Chong explains the shift to digital workflows, what safe and effective AI adoption looks like, and where these tools are most useful today, from screening and triage to quality assurance. We also discuss the challenges of bringing them into everyday pathology practice. Dr. Chong is also the founder of the Cell Detective visual graphic-style series, which uses illustrated, case-based storytelling to teach cytopathologic diagnosis! Check it out here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7434540127915339776/ X (Twitter): @CytopatholKorea YouTube: @KoreanSocietyforCytopathology

EP16: Kurt’s Notes: How Dr. Kurt Teaches Diagnostic Thinking

We’re joined by a very special guest, Dr. Kurt Schaberg, an anatomic pathologist at UC Davis (Sacramento, CA) and the creator of Kurt’s Notes, a resource many medical students and pathology trainees use for clear, high-yield explanations that actually stick. Kurt’s Notes has organ/system guides, IHC/molecular sections, quizzes, and curated links.  https://schaberg.faculty.ucdavis.edu/

EP15: Inside Forensic Pathology with Dr. Judy Melinek

Dr. Judy Melinek is a board-certified forensic pathologist, former medical examiner, and nationally recognized educator and author. She has performed thousands of autopsies across multiple jurisdictions and is widely known for her bestselling memoir Working Stiff, which offers an honest, human look at life in forensic pathology. Music Credits Intro/Outro: "Sloth" by CROSSTOWN IG: @crosstowntheband ⁠https://drworkingstiff.com/ [https://drworkingstiff.com/]

EP14: Smears and Specimens: Gynecologic & Cytopathology with Dr. Schatz-Siemers

Dr. Schatz-Siemers is a board-certified cytopathologist and gynecologic pathologist who completed her training at NYU Langone and Weill Cornell. In this episode, she joins student doctor Harnoor Galani on Grossly Speaking to explore the world of cytology, women’s health, and the powerful stories hidden in every smear and specimen.

EP 13: Building the Next Generation of PA Programs with Cheryl Germain

Today’s special guest is Cheryl Germain, MHS, PA (ASCP), a nationally recognized educator and advocate who has created, strengthened, and supported PA programs across the country. We talked about what it takes to train the next generation of Pathologists’ Assistants and how programs are evolving. Such an honor to learn from someone who has dedicated her career to mentorship, workforce development, and expanding opportunities for trainees everywhere! Show Links/Resources: 1) Free Biomarker ASCP Certificate Course: https://store.ascp.org/productlisting/productdetail?productId=177541433&_gl=1&_gl=1*fqngsf*_gcl_au*. [https://store.ascp.org/productlisting/productdetail?productId=177541433&_gl=1&_gl=1*fqngsf*_gcl_au*.] 2) Arizona’s new PA Program: https://www.uj.edu/news/uj-launches-pathologists-assistant-masters-program-in-phoeni [https://www.uj.edu/news/uj-launches-pathologists-assistant-masters-program-in-phoenix/] 3) Join ASCP Today! ⁠https://www.ascp.org/ [https://www.ascp.org/]