CytopathPod
Welcome to the American Society of Cytopathology Podcast CytoPathPod! The American Society of Cytopathology (ASC) is fully committed to Saving Lives One Cell at a Time. The ASC plays a leading role in education, advocacy, and research in cytopathology to increase the early detection of cancer and its precursors. Join special guests to highlight ASC activities in cytopathology education, advocacy, and research. Each episode contains information to help you grow in your cytopathology profession.
Episodes

Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
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

Friday Nov 15, 2024
The First interview with our New ASC President Dr. Kristen Atkins!
Friday Nov 15, 2024
Friday Nov 15, 2024
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

Friday Nov 15, 2024
Friday Nov 15, 2024
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

Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Interviews at the ASC Meeting!
Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Thursday Nov 14, 2024
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

Saturday Nov 09, 2024
Live at the ASC Meeting!
Saturday Nov 09, 2024
Saturday Nov 09, 2024
Ms. Swikrity Upadhyay Baskota does a live interview with Dr. Momin Siddiqui at the 2024 72nd ASC Annual Scientific Meeting. Dr. Siddiqui speaks about the Value of ASC and the Value of the ASC Annual Meetings.
Swikrity Upadhyay Baskota, MBBSChair, The ASC Bulletin and CytoPathPod of Editorial Board
Momin Siddiqui, MD, FIACASC President

Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Take a Look Inside Two Active ASC Committees
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Join us for this stimulating discussion on the Progressive Evaluation of Competency Committee (PEC) and C.E.L.L. Resource Subcommittee of the CPRC, two ASC committees enriching the ASC and its members. This podcast focuses on the challenges faced by these committees and the progress made. It also explores the structure and format of the upcoming modules and the importance of keeping them up-to-date.
Lois E. Rockman, PhD, MPH, MAHEd, SCT(ASCP) Rutgers School of Health ProfessionsKathryn S. Dyhdalo, MD Cleveland Clinic FoundationAbberly A. Lott Limbach, MD Ohio State University Medical Center

Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Amy Ly interviews Dr. Abberly Lott Limbach the winner of the ASC Geno Saccomanno, MD New Frontiers in Cytology Award. This interview delves into the steps that led to this award-winning abstract.
Platform 14 Evaluation of Oral Cytology Brushings Correlated With Histopathology with High Sensitivity for CarcinomaAbberly Lott Limbach, MDThe Ohio State University Wexner Medical CenterColumbus, Ohio

Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts Committee Vicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Catherine Bammert interviews Ms. Courtney Hoang, the winner of the ASC Cytologist (Cytotechnologist) Scientific Presentation Award. This interview delves into the steps that led to this award-winning abstract.
Poster 94 The Performance of Molecular Tests for Selected Indeterminate Thyroid Nodules (AUS and FN) in an Academic Medical InstitutionCourtney Hoang, CT, ASCPHouston Methodist HospitalHouston, Texas

Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Presented by the ASC Research and Current Concepts CommitteeVicki Jo, MD, Chair & Amy Ly, MD, Vice Chair
Dr. Danielle Elliott Range interviews Dr. Melanie Kwan, the winner of the ASC Warren R. Lang MD Resident Physician Award. This interview delves into the steps that led to this award-winning abstract.
Platform 13 Revisiting the Performance of Cyst Fluid Carcinoembryonic Antigen as a Diagnostic Marker for Pancreatic Mucinous Cysts: A Comprehensive 20-Year InstitutionalMelanie Kwan, MDMassachusetts General HospitalBoston, Massachusetts

Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Presented by the Cytology Programs Review CommitteeCharles Sturgis, MD, Chair, & Jenna LeBlanc, MS, CT(ASCP)CM, Vice ChairMichele Smith, MS, SCT(ASCP) & Sean McNair, MPH, CT(ASCP) are members of the CPRC.
Title: The Future of Cytology: A Review of the Updated Standards, Name Change, and Transition to Master’s
Host Mr. Sean McNair joins Ms. Jenna LeBlanc, Ms. Michele Smith, and Dr. Charles Sturgis in this enriching episode to discuss the updates of the new Standards and Guidelines for the Accreditation of Educational Programs in Cytology, the rationale behind the profession’s name change, the transition to master’s degree, and the future of Cytology. This podcast pulls back the curtains to show the dedication of the CPRC and the changes they are excited to share with you.
For additional information, please visit the Cytology page on the CAAHEP website (includes all four sponsors and emails, Standards, FAQs, and Curriculum Implementation Strategies):
https://caahep-public-site-5be3d9.webflow.io/committees-on-accreditation/cytology