The Pathologist

⚖️ FDA revokes its rule on LDT regulation – what does that mean for labs? In our latest blog post, Helen Bristow break down the implications of the recent decision to revoke the FDA’s controversial final rule on laboratory-developed tests (LDTs). 🔍 Key takeaways: • Why the rule was withdrawn just weeks before taking effect • The concerns from clinical lab leaders and professional bodies • What this could signal about the future of LDT oversight • How uncertainty continues to affect lab innovation and patient access 💬 Is this decision a step forward — or just the beginning of more uncertainty? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 🔗 https://ow.ly/qgPX50VtWRb #LDTs #LaboratoryMedicine #ClinicalLabs #FDARegulation #ThePathologist #DiagnosticsPolicy #LabLeadership

🦠 Is bead-based multiplexing the future of infectious disease testing? In this article, Sherry Dunbar of Luminex explores the strengths and limitations of bead-based multiplexing in infectious disease testing—how it compares to other methods, its role in standardization efforts, and what it means for the future of pathology and diagnostics. 📖 Read more: https://ow.ly/hRq750VbFTW #Pathology #InfectiousDiseases #Diagnostics #LaboratoryMedicine

We’re excited to attend ESCMID - European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases 2025! Our Deputy Editor, Jessica Allerton, will be gathering insights straight from the floor – stay tuned for coverage across our channels, and get in touch if you’d like to be featured in The Pathologist. Our Publishers Max Wainwright and Andy Phelan will be also be on hand to explore partnership and advertising opportunities – get in touch to schedule a meeting! See you in Vienna 👋✨ #ESCMIDGlobal #Microbiology #ClinicalMicrobiology #ESCMID2025

Why translational pathology should be included in pathology residencies 👇 Pathology is evolving, but are residency programs keeping up? 👀 As the bridge between research and clinical practice, translational pathology plays a critical role in diagnostics, drug development, and personalized medicine. This In My View article explores why embedding translational pathology in residency programs is essential for the next generation of pathologists, and how it can drive innovation in both clinical and industry settings. 📣 Do you agree? Let us know in the comments! 🔗 https://ow.ly/mpy850VfQsk #Pathology #TranslationalPathology #ResidencyTraining #ThePathologist Tengfei Wang

🦠 From pathology to microbiology - Bobbi Pritt’s journey of discovery 🔬 What happens when a pathologist follows their passion for infectious diseases? In this article, Bobbi S. Pritt, Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, shares her career evolution, from anatomic pathology to leading discoveries in tick-borne pathogens and clinical microbiology. In this inspiring interview, she talks about: ✅ Finding her calling in infectious disease diagnostics ✅ The discovery of two new tick-borne pathogens in the U.S. ✅ Leadership, time management, and the evolving role of microbiologists 📖 Read the full article: https://ow.ly/Ie4b50VkPtj 💬 What inspired your career path in pathology or microbiology? Let’s discuss! ⬇️ #Pathology #Microbiology #InfectiousDiseases #Diagnostics #Leadership #Healthcare #MedicalResearch #LabMedicine

🔬 Uniting molecular and pathology data for precision medicine 🧬💡 In the era of precision medicine, diagnostic data is everything, but are we fully leveraging both molecular and pathology insights? 📢 In this article, Nathan Buchbinder from Proscia explores why molecular and pathology data are equally valuable in advancing patient outcomes. It highlights the need for integrating these datasets to drive more accurate diagnoses, better treatment decisions, and improved efficiencies in healthcare. 💡 How do you see the future of diagnostic data integration? Are we doing enough to unify pathology and molecular insights? Let’s discuss! ⬇️ 🔗 https://ow.ly/yb7050VkPff #Pathology #MolecularData #PrecisionMedicine #Diagnostics #HealthcareInnovation #AIinPathology #DigitalPathology

That’s a wrap on USCAP 2025, and what a week it’s been. 💛 It’s truly humbling to hear how much our readers value what we do. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, share kind words, and remind us why this community is so special. We’re honoured to play even a small part in a field that’s so vital, inclusive, and inspiring. From amazing conversations with Kamran M. Mirza, M.D., Ph.D., Meredith Herman, DO, Nicole R. Jackson, MD, MPH, and Swati Bhardwaj, MD, to connecting with so many of you — we’re heading home full of gratitude… and with some exciting articles in the works from the stories and insights we heard along the way. 👀🧠 Stay tuned — and thank you for being part of this community. #ThePathologist #LabLife #PathologyCommunity #USCAP2025

We are having a blast at this year’s USCAP and have been visited by so many path celebrities like Michael Arnold, who stopped by to say hi earlier today. ☺️ Are you at USCAP - United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology? Pop over to booth 1032 for a selfie and the free path mag written by pathologists for pathologists. #USCAP #pathology

🎙️ Behind the scenes at USCAP 2025... Our Deputy Editor Jessica Allerton sat down with Kamran M. Mirza, M.D., Ph.D. to talk career milestones, why he believes “Pathology is absolutely essential for health” and so much more! Stay tuned — you won’t want to miss all of this fantastic USCAP content coming from The Pathologist. 👀 #ThePathologist #USCAP2025 #PathologyMatters #LabLife #MedicalCareers #ComingSoon

🧠 Are you ready to put your pathology skills to the test? Stop by The Pathologist booth at USCAP 2025 and take on our Case Study Challenge! 🔬 Can you crack the diagnosis for a tricky perianal lesion? 🎁 The first 25 correct entries win a prize! 📲 Scan the QR code at our booth or head to 👉 https://ow.ly/ur7Y50Vnrng Think you’ve got what it takes? Let’s see what you’ve got! 💥 #PathologyChallenge #USCAP2025 #ThePathologist