Two-day pathology conference highlights tech advancements
CHENNAI: A two-day conference titled ‘Recent Advances in Pathology’ at Stanley Medical College and Hospital held recently, as a part of the Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme, highlighted the role of advancements in pathology.
Pathology being the foundation of evidence-based medicine provides proof of disease processes, and plays a significant role in treatment decisions.
More than 50 senior faculty members and 200 delegates from all across the State and Puducherry participated in the CME. Newer diagnostic modalities including molecular techniques like next generation sequencing, fluorescent in-situ hybridisation, flow cytometry, role of immuno-histochemistry, immuno-fluorescence, etc., were the topics that dominated interactive sessions.
Faculty members shared their expertise and experiences on their approach insights and clinical experiences. The role of Artificial Intelligence in interpretation of pathological reports and data was also discussed. Members stressed upon the need for pathologists to upgrade their knowledge and skills to understand and interpret the information.
Dr Nalli Sumithra, HoD-pathology, stated, “The clinical pathology lab at Stanley Medical College and Hospital is equipped with 10 automated cell counters, 2 fully automated coagulation analysers, and also an immuno-histochemistry lab offering 75 markers for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The cryostat helps to provide on table diagnosis in deciding surgical options and provides round the clock diagnostic services at the hospital.”
Stanley stands as the second government institution laboratory in the State to get National Accreditation Board for testing and calibration Laboratories (NABL) accreditation for histopathology and cytology.
Faculty members stressed upon the need for pathologists to upgrade their knowledge and skills to understand and interpret the information