CytopathPod

The Award Recipient for The Innovative Cytologist Practice Award Interview

Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee 
Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Jonathan Marotti interviewed Ms. Joanna Danczuk, the Innovative Cytologist Practice Award winner. This interview delves into the steps that led to this award-winning platform.
Platform 10
Improving the Efficiency of Rapid Onsite Evaluation Utilizing Artificial Intelligence
Joanna Danczuk, CT(ASCP)ASP HealthNorthbrook, Illinois
Jonathan Marotti, MDMember, ASC Research and Current Concept CommitteeDartmouth-Hitchcock Medical CenterLebanon, New Hampshire
Call for Abstracts for Platform and Poster Presentations DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ABSTRACTS - May 1, 2025 Click here  [cytopathology.org]to submit.

A Sneak Peek into Dr. Sara Monaco's Career and Everyday Life

Dr. Uma Krishnamurti interviews Dr. Sara Monaco and delves into her successful career journey and the strategies she employs to manage her everyday life effectively, which are highly relevant to our audience.
Uma Krishnamurti, MD, PhD Member, The ASC Bulletin & CytoPathPod Editorial Board Yale UniversitySara Monaco, MDASC Vice-PresidentGeisinger Medical Center

Breathing Easy Through Respiratory & Lung Cytology - A Beginner's Guide

Join our Moderator, Dr. Neharika Shrestha, and Guest Speaker, Dr. Swikrity U. Baskota, in this enriching podcast episode as they discuss the fascinating topic, which is a beginner's guide to Breathing Easy Through Respiratory and Lung Cytology. 
Click here to view this podcast and its PowerPoint presentation, now available for everyone on our ASC YouTube Channel, CytoPath1951. We believe in making valuable information accessible to all.
Moderator: Neharika Shrestha, MDResident Physician (PGY-3)Department of Pathology & Laboratory MedicineAlbany Medical CenterAlbany, New York
Guest Expert Speaker:Swikrity U. Baskota, MDChair, The ASC Bulletin & CytoPathPod Editorial BoardAssistant ProfessorDepartment of Pathology & Laboratory MedicineUC Davis Medical CenterSacramento, Calforina

The Award Recipient for The Advances in Thyroid Cytology Interview

Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee 
Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Heather Chen-Yost interviewed Dr. Abdol Aziz Ould Ismail, the winner of the Advances in Thyroid Cytology Award. This interview delves into the steps that led to this award-winning platform.
Platform 6 
Impact of a Comprehensive Quality Improvement Initiative for Reducing AUS Rates in Thyroid FNA Cytology: An Institutional ExperienceAbdol Aziz Ould Ismail, MDDartmouth Hitchcock Medical CenterLebanon, New Hampshire
Call for Abstracts for Platform and Poster PresentationsDEADLINE TO SUBMIT ABSTRACTS - May 1, 2025 Click here to submit.

ASC 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting Travel Scholarship Winner Interview

This podcast highlights Dr. Dina Zenezan's interview with Dr. Kassaye Firde, one of the Fellow and Resident Travel Scholarships winners. Dr. Firde explained how he learned about the application and the submission process. He also shared some moments at the annual meeting. Dr. Firde stated, “Hearing experiences from people worldwide and sharing my experiences in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere made this scientific meeting truly life-transforming.”
To read more about Dr. Firde's experience at the ASC 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting, click on The ASC Bulletin Foundation Issue below.
The ASC Bulletin November Foundation Issue 
 
About: The ASC Foundation annually presents the ASC Annual Scientific Meeting Travel Scholarship to qualified pathology residents, cytopathology fellows, and qualified cytologists who are ASC Members. At the 2024 meeting in Orlando, the ASC Foundation awarded six cytologists and five pathology residents/cytopathology fellows. The $2,000 scholarships defray registration, travel, and hotel costs, including funding for the additional sessions and a per diem allowance. Here is what they have to say about their 2024 experience.
Click here for more information on the ASC Foundation Travel Scholarship.

Connecting: Meaning & Medicine Podcast

Title:  Connecting: Meaning & Medicine Podcast 
Join us as Drs. Rubina Cocker and Alice Fornari discuss the complex work-life balance. Dr. Fornari emphasizes the importance of work-life balance and integrating personal and professional life. She shares her experiences as a working mother and stresses the need for a support system. Dr. Fornari also warns against trying to manage work and home responsibilities alone, as it can lead to stress, anxiety, and dissatisfaction.  
Rubina S. Cocker, MD                                                                                                              Alice Fornari, EdD, FAMEE, RDN, HEC-CMember, The ASC Bulletin & CytoPathPod Editorial Board                                  Vice President Faculty Development Northwell Health                                                                                                                        Northwell Health 
 

Listen to more great interviews at the 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting. Our future is BRIGHT! Don't miss out; tune in now!

This podcast highlights Dr. Rubina Cocker's interviews with nine notable individuals from the 2024 ASC Annual Scientific Meeting, sharing their experiences as ASC members at ASC meetings and ideas for future meetings.
Rubina S. Cocker, MDMember, The ASC Bulletin and CytoPathPod of Editorial Board
Ronald Balassanian, MDUniversity of California San Francisco
Poonam Vohra, MDUniversity of California San Francisco
Liron Pantanowitz, MD, PhD, MHAASC Past PresidentUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center
A. Paul Ohori, MDUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Barbara Centeno, MDMoffitt Cancer Center
Agnieszka Szygalowicz, BA, CT(ASCP)Northwell Health
Jordan Reynolds, MDMayo Clinic
Haijun (Steve) Zhou, MD, PhDHouston Methodist

The First interview with our New ASC President Dr. Kristen Atkins!

Don't miss the opportunity to listen to our recorded interview with the newly appointed ASC President, Dr. Kristen Atkins, at the ASC 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting.
Dr. Swikrity Upadhyay Baskosta interviews Dr. Atkins about why it is essential to develop communities, what being a part of the ASC means to her, what the ASC provides, and what she would like to see in the future ASC Annual Meeting.
Swikrity Upadhyay Baskota, MBBSChair, The ASC Bulletin and CytoPathPod of Editorial Board
Kristen Atkins, MDASC President

Discover even more incredible recorded interviews from the 72nd ASC Annual Scientific Meeting!

Learn why attending the ASC Annual Scientific Meeting is essential and the value of ASC. Also, each will discuss the exciting ideas for future ASC Annual Meetings.
Dr. Swikrity Upadhyay Baskota interviews five outstanding members of the ASC: Dr. Booth, Dr. Saieg, Ms. Jessica Coyne, Ms. Michele Smith, and Dr. Chandra.
Swikrity Upadhyay Baskota, MD, MBBSChair, The ASC Bulletin and CytoPathPod of Editorial Board
Christine N. Booth, MDCleveland Clinic FoundationASC President-Elect
Mauro A. Saieg, MD, PhD, FIACMcGill University
Jessica Coyne, CytologistCleveland ClinicWinner - ASC Travel Scholarship
Michele A. Smith, MS, SCT(ASCP)University of Wisconsin-MadisonWinner - 2024 Cytology Shark Tank
Ashish Chandra, MDGuy's & St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, LondonWinner - 2024 ASC International Achievement Award

Interviews at the ASC Meeting!

Join us as Dr. Rubina Cocker interviews Dr. Syed Ali, former chair of the ASC Scientific Program Committee, at the live 2024 72nd ASC Annual Scientific Meeting. Dr. Ali speaks about his journey as an ASC Member, the Value of ASC, and the Exciting Ideas for Future ASC's Annual Meetings.
Rubina S. Cocker, MDMember, The ASC Bulletin and CytoPathPod of Editorial Board
Syed Z. Ali, MD, FIACASC, Former Chair of the ASC Scientific Program Committee