Welcome to PathPulse, the Digital Diagnostic podcast! In this episode, "Precision at the Point of Diagnosis: The Role of Genomic Tests in Personalized Pathology," host James Thackeray is joined by Jay Jhaveri to explore the transformative impact of genomic testing on modern diagnostics.

Jay Jhaveri is the Senior Director at Pacific Edge Cancer Diagnostics. His extensive background uniquely positions him at the intersection of clinical practice and diagnostic innovation. Jay earned his MD in 2006 and pursued a rich clinical and research path including general surgery, a fellowship in prostate cancer outcomes research at Weill Cornell, a men's health fellowship, a Master's of Public Health in epidemiology and biostatistics, a urology residency at UC Irvine, and a fellowship in clinical minimally invasive urologic surgery. He also became an associate-certified professional coder. Jay transitioned from clinical medicine to the industry, applying his deep medical knowledge to roles in medical affairs, clinical development, health economics, and outcomes research.

This episode delves into the shift from traditional pathology, which primarily focuses on the morphological examination of tissues, to precision pathology, which leverages genomic and transcriptomic signatures for personalized diagnoses. Jay Jhaveri explains how understanding specific genetic mutations and biomarkers can lead to more accurate risk stratification and tailored patient management. Tune in to understand how genomic insights are reshaping the landscape of pathology and patient care.

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Sponsored by the Digital Diagnostic Summit and Lumea.

In this episode, Dr. Matthew O. Leavitt takes us through his digital pathology journey and what he's learned along the way.

Dr. Matthew O. Leavitt is a Stanford-trained pathologist and a visionary leader in digital pathology. His journey began in the early 2000s when, as Department Chair at a major Utah-based medical center, he recognized the immense potential of digital pathology to transform diagnostics. In 2014, he founded Lumea, a pioneering digital pathology company designed to enhance lab workflow efficiency and drive standardization.

Building on this foundation, Dr. Leavitt launched PathNet in 2020, a groundbreaking hub-and-spoke virtual pathology practice that now delivers digital diagnostic services to underserved patient populations across 35 states. His latest endeavor focuses on unlocking the power of patient health data through the DDx Foundation, where he is working to improve cross-sector data exchange between technology, life sciences, and healthcare organizations.

A relentless innovator, Dr. Leavitt continues to push the boundaries of digital pathology, driving advancements that enhance diagnostic accuracy, accessibility, and patient care.

Sponsored by the Digital Diagnostic Summit and Lumea.

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Sponsored by the Digital Diagnostic Summit and Lumea.

Westley (Wes) J. Bernhardt is a driven, entrepreneurial senior operations executive with a proven track record of transforming organizational performance, enhancing efficiencies, and driving profitability across diverse industries. In his current role as Managing Partner of OnePath Diagnostics, Wes leads with a focus on operational excellence and strategic growth. He applies his extensive expertise to create highly efficient organizations, build loyal and collaborative teams, and foster positive, results-driven cultures.

Previously, Wes served as Vice President of Operations for Aurora Diagnostics, the largest independent anatomic pathology laboratory in the U.S. Wes managed a team of 400, including 30 doctors and four general managers, across six laboratories. He led numerous transformative initiatives, including laboratory mergers, technology conversions, physician recruitment, and market expansions.

A proven leader in operations, Wes continues to deliver innovative solutions that drive growth, operational excellence, and profitability, helping organizations adapt and thrive in rapidly changing industries.

Join us to hear how OnePath Diagnostics found success and accelerated their growth with digital pathology.

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Sponsored by the Digital Diagnostic Summit and Lumea.