Whether you’re a seasoned pathologist, a lab professional, or someone curious about the field, there’s a wealth of knowledge available online. We’ve compiled the top 12 pathology podcasts, listed alphabetically, covering everything from digital pathology advancements to raising awareness about unique specialties and diversity in the field. There’s something for everyone here.
1. Answers From the Lab
Producer: Mayo Clinic
Host: Dr. Bobbi S. Pritt
Focus: Shares cutting-edge, actionable insights from Mayo Clinic experts. The discussions are generally short, informative, and focused on current clinical and scientific developments. Topics include emerging diagnostics and testing; clinical microbiology and infectious disease; and lab leadership, policy, and innovation.
Frequency: Bi-weekly
Started: April 2020
2. Beyond the Scope
Producer: Digital Pathology Association
Hosts: Dr. Giovanni Lujan and Dr. David Tulman
Focus: Delves into trending topics; the business case and practical implementation of digital pathology; insights on global adoption and collaboration; regulatory and standards development; and hardware and emerging technologies.
Frequency: Monthly (approximately)
Started: February 2020
3. CAPcast
Producer: The College of American Pathologists (CAP)
Focus: Focuses mainly on advocacy and policy in pathology, such as discussions on payment, reimbursement, legislation, and regulation. It also covers practice management and quality; scientific and subspecialty updates; and professional development and leadership topics.
Frequency: Several times a month
Started: September 2014
4. Digital Pathology Podcast
Host: Aleksandra Zuraw, DVM, PhD
Focus: Discusses emerging products and tech in digital pathology, clinical implementation, workflow, training, and general educational content. This podcast provides a technical, comprehensive, and forward-looking view of the field, making it a nice resource for anyone involved in or interested in the operational and technological transformation of pathology.
Frequency: Bi-weekly
Started: September 2019
5. Digital Pathology Today
Host: Joseph Anderson, MD
Focus: Features monthly digital pathology roundups that highlight new regulatory designations; major industry partnerships, acquisitions, and platform integrations; and the latest trends in deployment models.
Frequency: Monthly (approximately)
Started: October 2020
6. Inside the Lab
Producer: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Focus: Generates thought-provoking discussions about current topics relevant to pathology and laboratory medicine; workforce and professional development; clinical science and diagnostics; quality and safety; innovation and informatics; and diversity, equity, and advocacy.
Frequency: Monthly (approximately)
Started: August 2020
7. LabMind
7. Producer: ARUP Laboratories
Host: Dr. Brian Jackson
Focus: Provides creative insights into important technical and operational challenges facing laboratories and clinicians today. This is a high-level podcast that interviews the top minds in diagnostic laboratory medicine.
Frequency: Monthly (approximately)
Started: 2019
8. ModPath Chat
Producer: Modern Pathology (Journal of the US and Canadian Academy of Pathology – USCAP)
Host: Dr. George J. Netto
Focus: Features interviews with authors, opinion leaders, and experts on the latest science, technology, and developments in the field. It discusses advances in anatomic and surgical pathology; molecular and genomic integration; and digital pathology research.
Frequency: Hasn’t updated since December 2024
Started: September 2020
9. PathPulse: Digital Diagnostic Podcast
Producer: Lumea and the Digital Diagnostic Summit
Focus: Delves into discussions with both everyday digital pathologists and industry leaders about the latest trends in digital pathology. Topics include implementation strategy and change management, the patient-centric and access model, and trends in business, reimbursement, and tech. It is a helpful resource for anyone who needs to know the practical steps, leadership strategies, and economic justification required to integrate digital pathology.
Frequency: Monthly
Started: April 2023
10. People of Pathology Podcast
Host: Dennis Strenk, a Pathologists’ Assistant
Focus: Highlights diverse voices and perspectives within the field by interviewing pathologists, Pathologists’ Assistants, and related professionals on their stories and expertise. It covers topics such as career development, non-traditional paths, patient-centric care and advocacy, and innovation and industry transformation.
Frequency: Several times a month
Started: July 2020
11. SAGE Toxic Pathology and Veterinary Science
Producer: SAGE, a global academic publisher
Focus: Covers a range of topics in toxic pathology and veterinary science, often featuring discussions on relevant journal articles or books.
Frequency: Several times a year
Started: November 2013
12. The PathPod Podcast
Hosts: Dr. Mike Arnold, Dr. Sara Jiang, Dr. Sanam Loghavi, and others
Focus: Covers a wide range of pathology topics, including case discussions, career advice, social media in pathology, and in-depth “IHC Talk” segments. It is highly regarded in the pathology community and is a great conversational-style podcast.
Frequency: Monthly
Started: May 2020
Podcasts remain one of the most dynamic and convenient ways to stay informed on the rapid developments across pathology, from digital pathology and AI to niche subspecialties and career advocacy. These 12 essential shows offer a range of content, providing everything from quick, actionable lab insights to in-depth, expert discussions.
