Innovation in Action

Moving the needle from theory to actual,
implemented, and viable digital pathology

A Convergence of Excellence

Nestled at the base of the breathtaking Wasatch Mountains in the picturesque Park City, Utah, the Digital Diagnostic Summit stands as a beacon for innovation and adoption in digital pathology. Here, leading experts converge in a unique blend of professional collaboration and unconventional networking that go beyond the conference walls and into immersive experiences.

September 28-30, 2025 | St.Regis Hotel in Park City, Utah

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Sunday, September 15

4:00 – 6:00 PM Registration in the St Regis Lobby

6:00 – 8:00 PM VIP Reception

6:00 PM Champagne sabering hosted by St Regis, all guests invited

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Monday, September 16

6:45 – 8:00 AM Breakfast

7:30 – 7:45 AM Welcome Intro

7:45 – 8:45 AM

Against All Odds: A Journey of Resilience and Triumph

Jeff Griffin, Four-time Paralympian, Silver Medalist

8:45 – 9:15 AM

From Challenge to Improved Care: Embracing Digital Pathology for Better Patient Outcomes

Lija Joseph, MD | Lowell General Hospital, Tufts University

9:15 – 10:00 AM

Lessons From the Trail: Achieving Successful Digital Pathology Adoption

Moderator | Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw from the Digital Pathology Place

Panelists | Adam Cole, MD, Nicole Massoll, MD, Melissa Alexander, PhD MD

10:00 – 10:30 AM Break and Networking

10:30 – 11:00 AM

Introduction to AI | Hillel Kahane MD

AI and the Digital Pathology Revolution

Chaith Kondragunta | Aira Matrix

11:00 – 11:30 AM

Advancing AI in Prostate Pathology: Developing Reporting Templates for Enhanced Diagnostic Precision Grant Carlson | Deep Bio

11:30-12:00

Enhancing Pathology Workflow Efficiency with Standardization and Innovation Kevin Haas, PhD | Myriad

12:00-12:30

Precision Medicine in Pixels: The ArteraAI Prostate Test Tim Showalter, MD, MPH | Zach Wilczynski, MS |Artera AI

12:30 – 6:30 PM Lunch Buffet, Excursions & Free Time

6:30 PM RIME Restaurant & Fireside Chat

Digital Pathology Unplugged: Charting a Course and Steering Clear of Common Pitfalls

Moderator | Jonathon Tunstall, from Pathology News

Panelists | Westley Bernhardt, Jonathan Anderson, Orly Ardon, PhD, Jill Stefanelli

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Tuesday, September 17

6:45 – 8:00 AM Breakfast

7:45 AM Welcome and Intro

James Thackeray | Lumea

8:00 – 8:45 AM

The Evolution of Digital Pathology: Where We Started, Where We Are, and Where We’re Going

Amanda Lowe | Visiopharm

8:45 – 9:45 AM

Revolutionizing Patient Care Through AI Chatbots & Assistants Built for Medical Imaging

Jill Stefanelli | Modella AI

9:45 – 10:00 AM Break

10:00 – 10:30 AM

LDTs Under the Microscope: How to Navigate the FDA’s Sweeping New Regulations

Elevation Strategic Development, LLC | Staci J Kearney, PhD, RAC

10:30 – 11:00 AM

From Beginnings to Breakthroughs: Our Journey in Digital Pathology and the Road Ahead

James Thackeray | Lumea

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11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pre-registered Workshop and Lunch

LDTs + FDA Workshop: Hands-On Guidance for Compliance Now and In the Future

Elevation Strategic Development, LLC | Staci J Kearney, PhD, RAC

Executive Innovation Roundtable

Adam Cole, MD

Founder & CSO, TruCore Pathology Group

Giovanni Lujan, MD

Director, Digital and Computational Pathology, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Melissa Alexander, PhD, MD

Regional Medical Director, AstraZeneca

Jill Stefanelli

President and CEO, Modella AI

Jonathan Anderson

National Director of Laboratory Operations, Solaris

Matthew Leavitt, MD

Founder, DDx Foundation

Michael Martinak, MBA, SCT (ASCP)

Executive Director Anatomic Pathology, Quest Diagnostics | AmeriPath | Dermpath Diagnostics

Orly Ardon, PhD, MBA

Director of Digital Pathology Operations, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Wes Bernhardt

Managing Partner, OnePath Diagnostics

Past Presenters

Adam Cole, MD

Founder & CSO, TruCore Pathology Group

Aleksandra Zuraw, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVP

Founder, Digital Pathology Place

Amanda Lowe

SVP and Managing Director, Visiopharm

Chaith Kondragunta, MBA

CEO, AIRA Matrix

Giovanni Lujan, MD

Director, Digital and Computational Pathology, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Grant Carlson

CCO, Deep Bio

Hillel Kahane, MD

Founder & Co-Owner, StarPath

James Thackeray

CCO, Lumea

Jeff Griffin

Paralympian, Silver Medalist

Jonathan Anderson

National Director of Laboratory Operations, Solaris

Jonathon Tunstall

CEO and Founder, Pathology News

Kevin Haas, PhD

CTO, Myriad Genetics

Lija Joseph, MD

Medical Director, Pathology and Lab Medicine, Lowell General Hospital, Lowell, MA

Matthew Leavitt, MD

Founder, DDx Foundation

Melissa Alexander, MD, PhD

Regional Medical Director, AstraZeneca

Nicole A Massoll, MD

Medical Director, Director of Cytology, Pathnet | Director of Cytopathology, University of Arkansas | Founder, FNApath

Orly Ardon, PhD, MBA

Director of Digital Pathology Operations, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Tim Showalter, MD

CMO, ArteraAI

Staci J Kearney, PhD, RAC

Founder & President, Elevation Strategic Development

Wes Bernhardt

Managing Partner, OnePath Diagnostics

Zach Wilczynski

Project Manager, ArteraAI

What People Are Saying

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“This conference is a meeting of the best minds in digital pathology and diagnostics, where the competitive mindset is left behind. This fosters an environment of partnership and collaboration amongst stakeholders with a common mission, vision, and purpose, for the better of all involved. If anyone is even remotely considering the transition to digital pathology, this is a ‘must attend’ meeting.”
Chris Emery, HALO Dx

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“An essential gathering for Digital Pathology. Covers multiple topics that are relevant regardless of what part of the industry you’re in.”
Petros Martirosian, LigoLab

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“Small gathering of like-minded people with events that allow for networking in a beautiful setting.”
Lu Anne Lupfer, Pramana AI

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“Intimate setting with high interaction and great topics.”
Daniel Thompson, AstraZeneca

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“Come meet with like-minded professionals across multiple disciplines who are passionate about the digital pathology revolution!”
Bruce Bell, P4 Diagnostix

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“The Digital Diagnostics Summit brings together an extremely impressive group of forward-thinking individuals who are blazing the trail of digital pathology. It provides an outstanding opportunity to network along with talks and presentations that provide helpful insights to those at any stage in their digital pathology journey. Plus, it is held in one of the most beautiful places on earth!”
Sidney Tate, KLAS Research

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“It is an intimate opportunity to have a 'roll your sleeves up' and let’s get it done discussion and debate on the digital pathology landscape”
Staci Kearney, Elevation Strategic Development, LLC

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“Advancing technology, creative thinkers, and a broad spectrum of business partners. Location is amazing. Networking and business development is phenomenal.”
Kevin Andres, Myriad Genetics

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“I would describe it as a small conference full of influential pathologists, scientists, & engineers, who all are avidly looking to digitize pathology and see the positive impact AI can make in patient care in both the short and long term. It's a great place to gain insights and walk away with ideas & perspective for your own business.”
Alvin Ihsani, Tempus Labs

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“DDX was not like any other conference. It had a personal touch to it which I greatly enjoyed.”
Shweta Kadam, OptraScan

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“The Summit is a good opportunity for networking and for up-to-date information on integrating digital pathology into the practice setting.”
Cynthia Westermann, MD