CytopathPod

The Warren R. Lang, MD, Resident Physician Award Podcast

Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee 
Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Aleksander Luniewski interviewed Dr. Madison Swaney, the winner of the Warren R. Lang, MD, Resident Physician Award. This interview delves into the steps that led to the creation of this award-winning platform.
Platform 7
Decreased HPV Detection in Unsatisfactory Cervicovaginal Cytology: Quality and Safety Implications for Primary HPV Screening?
Madison Swaney, MDVanderbilt University Medical CenterVanderbilt, Tennessee
Aleksander Luniewski, MDASC Research and Current Concepts Committee, MemberUniversity of Virginia HealthCharlottesville, Virginia

The Quality Improvement in Cytology Award Winner Podcast

Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee 
Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Esma Ersoy interviewed Dr. Caddie Laberiano Fernandez, the winner of the Quality Improvement in Cytology Award. This interview dives into the steps that led to this award-winning platform.
Platform 12
Standardizing Pre-analytic Factors in Cytology Specimens for ICC Evaluation and Their Assessment Using Image Analysis
Caddie Laberiano Fernandez, MDMD Anderson Cancer CenterHouston, Texas
Esma Ersoy, MDASC Research and Current Concepts Committee, MemberUniversity of Connecticut HealthFarmington, Connecticut
Call for Abstracts for Platform and Poster Presentations DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ABSTRACTS - May 1, 2025 Click here  [cytopathology.org]to submit.

The Geno Saccomanno, MD, New Frontiers in Cytology Award Winner Podcast

Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee 
Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Cathy Bammert interviewed Dr. Lakshmi Harinath, the Geno Saccomanno, MD, New Frontiers in Cytology Award recipient. This interview explores the steps that led to the development of this award-winning platform.
Platform 8
Analysis of Sensitivity of High-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion (HSIL) Pap Diagnosis and Interobserver Variability with Hologic Genius Digital Diagnostics
Lakshmi Harinath, MD, MPHUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical CenterPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Catherine E. Bammert, PhD, CT, MBASCP, CTIACASC Research and Current Concept Committee, MemberUT MD Anderson Cancer CenterHouston, Texas 
Call for Abstracts for Platform and Poster Presentations DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ABSTRACTS - May 1, 2025 Click here to submit.

The Excellence in Diversity Equity and Inclusion Research Award Podcast

Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee 
Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Danielle Elliott Range interviewed Dr. Nikka Khorsandi, the Excellence in Diversity Equity and Inclusion Research Award recipient. This interview explores the steps that led to the development of this award-winning poster.
Poster 22
Anal High-Risk HPV Genotype Prevalence: Unmasking Racial, Gender, and HIV-Related Disparities
Nikka Khorsandi, MD, MPHUniversity of CaliforniaSan Francisco, California
Danielle Elliott Range, MDMember, ASC Research and Current Concept CommitteeDuke UniversityDurham, North Carolina
Call for Abstracts for Platform and Poster Presentations DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ABSTRACTS - May 1, 2025 Click here to submit.

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