CytopathPod

Dive into the minds behind the award-winning Cytology Shark Tank, which redefines innovation. This episode features behind-the-scenes insights and transformative ideas from creators who will make a lasting impact. This podcast turns achievements into lessons that spark change, perfect for thought leaders, dreamers, and doers. Listen, learn, and be inspired! Dr. Taryn L. Waraksa-Deutsch interviews Ms. Michele Smith, 2024 Cytology Shark Tank winner, along with Ms. Donna Russell and Dr. Catherine Bammert, who were part of the award-winning team titled Merging Silos: Digital WSI Library Harvesting Technology for Education. Michele A. Smith, MS, SCT(ASCP)Winner - 2024 Cytology Shark TankUniversity of Wisconsin-MadisonMadison, Wisconsin Donna K. Russell MEd CT(ASCP) HT(ASCP)University of Rochester Medical CenterRochester, New York Catherine E. Bammert, PhD, CT, MBASCP, CTIACUT MD Anderson Cancer CenterHouston, Texas Taryn L. Waraksa-Deutsch, DHSc, SCT(ASCP), CFIACASC Research and Current Concepts Committee, MemberFox Chase Cancer CenterPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania

This episode of the ASC CytoPathPod podcast, hosted by Dr. Raza Hoda, featured a discussion about the Dyadic Mentorship Program, highlighting its impact on supporting underrepresented individuals in the field of medicine. The program, now in its third year, has grown from 11 to 14 mentor-mentee pairs and is open to cytopathology fellows, pathology residents, junior cytopathology attendings, cytology students, and early-career cytologists. Dr. Jeffrey Mito, Director of Cytology Service at Brigham and Women's Hospital, shared his motivation for becoming a mentor, emphasizing his belief in the value of diverse mentorship experiences. Meanwhile, Dr. Maxwell Akorli, a third-year AP/CP resident, expressed gratitude for the guidance and insights he gained from his mentor, Dr. Mito. Dr. Maricel Reyes added that the program has been restructured, starting in September, and will feature a condensed 1.5-hour workshop at the ASC annual meeting designed by Dr. Evita Henderson-Jackson, which includes topics on mentorship roles, the differences between mentorship and sponsorship, communication in mentorship, and diversity in mentorship. Additionally, new learning communities have been initiated to foster connections among participants, covering crucial conversations, feedback, and boundary-setting skills. Scan the QR code or click here for more information on Mentor and Mentees. Click here for more information on Learning Communities. Jeffrey Mito, MD, PhDBrigham & Women’s HospitalBoston, Massachusetts Maxwell Akorli, DOThe Medical University of South CarolinaCharleston, South Carolina Maria Cecilia D. Reyes, MDThe Medical University of South CarolinaCharleston, South Carolina Raza Hoda, MDCleveland Clinic FoundationCleveland, Ohio

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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