# Pediatric Pathology * **Definition:** A subspecialty of pathology that focuses on the diagnosis of diseases in infants, children, and adolescents through the examination of tissues, organs, and bodily fluids. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Pediatric Pathology ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Pediatric Pathology**, for healthcare technology leaders * 2.8K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/16/2025 | [**How Texas Children's, MD Anderson will use $150M gift to fight cancer**](https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/how-md-texas-children-s-md-anderson-will-use-150m-gift-to-fight-cancer) | [[Chief Healthcare Executive]] | | 12/28/2024 | [**Artificial Intelligence - Healthcare IT News**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/taxonomy/term/7341/m89gsv6dzcjz.jsp/page/2?type=video) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 12/19/2024 | [**Has 2024 Been The Big Year For AI In Healthcare?**](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil/2024/12/20/has-2024-been-the-big-year-for-ai-in-healthcare/) | [[Forbes]] | | 12/18/2024 | [**How federal health agency HHS uses AI, telehealth wins and BD's sins - STAT News**](https://www.statnews.com/2024/12/18/how-federal-health-agency-hhs-uses-ai-telehealth-health-tech/) | [[STAT]] | | 12/17/2024 | [**118 COOs to know - 2024 - Becker's Hospital Review**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/lists/118-coos-to-know-2024.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 12/16/2024 | [**Top 5 Most-Viewed Diabetes Content of 2024**](https://www.ajmc.com/view/top-5-most-viewed-diabetes-content-of-2024) | [[AJMC]] | | 12/11/2024 | [**Do AI Diagnostics have a role in telemedicine? What does this mean for healthcare equity?**](https://www.healthtechmagazines.com/do-ai-diagnostics-have-a-role-in-telemedicine-what-does-this-mean-for-healthcare-equity/) | [[Health Tech Magazines]] | | 12/4/2024 | [**Transforming Healthcare in Low-Resource Settings With Artificial Intelligence - PubMed**](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39629887/?utm_source=FeedFetcher&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=None&utm_content=0nK-FGmcPzruPpJferMpyd8mRld7hsB1ra05TRUDXN6&fc=None&ff=20241204133422&v=2.18.0.post9+e462414) | [[PubMed - NIH]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Revolutionizing Oncology and Mesothelioma Cancer: How Health IT is Transforming Diagnosis and Treatment**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/revolutionizing-oncology-and-mesothelioma-cancer-how-health-it-is-transforming-diagnosis-and-treatment/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Dr. Bimal Desai, Chief Health Informatics Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/podcasts/podcasts-beckers-hospital-review/dr-bimal-desai-chief-health-informatics-officer-at-children-s-hospital-of-philadelphia-138922603.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 11/12/2024 | [**'Laser-focused on innovation': How a Nebraska health system excels in digital**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/digital-health/laser-focused-on-innovation-how-a-nebraska-health-system-excels-in-digital.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 11/11/2024 | [**Deep dive: Exploring one of the most advanced telemedicine programs in the U.S.**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/deep-dive-exploring-one-most-advanced-telemedicine-programs-us) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 10/29/2024 | [**Asia-Pacific Digital Diagnostics Market Analysis and Forecast, 2023-2024 & 2033: Synergetic Partnership Opportunities with Hospitals and Diagnostic Centers Fuel Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241029232642/en/Asia-Pacific-Digital-Diagnostics-Market-Analysis-and-Forecast-2023-2024-2033-Synergetic-Partnership-Opportunities-with-Hospitals-and-Diagnostic-Centers-Fuel-Opportunities---ResearchAndMarkets.com/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 10/28/2024 | [**Blue Shield of California Appoints Dr. Deneen Vojta as Executive Vice President for Health Solutions**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/blue-shield-of-california-appoints-dr-deneen-vojta-as-executive-vice-president-for-health-solutions-302286371.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 10/16/2024 | [**AI in Healthcare: Transforming Diagnosis and Treatment**](https://healthcareguys.com/2024/10/16/ai-in-healthcare-transforming-diagnosis-and-treatment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ai-in-healthcare-transforming-diagnosis-and-treatment) | [[The Healthcare Guys]] | | 10/14/2024 | [**Safer Starts for Fragile Lives: The Role of Advanced Discharge Technology for NICU Graduates**](https://www.healthcareittoday.com/2024/10/14/safer-starts-for-fragile-lives-the-role-of-advanced-discharge-technology-for-nicu-graduates/) | [[Healthcare IT Today]] | | 10/11/2024 | [**Transforming Patient Outreach and Experience with Salesforce Data Cloud: A Healthcare Success Story**](https://blogs.perficient.com/2024/10/11/transforming-patient-outreach-and-experience-with-salesforce-data-cloud-a-healthcare-success-story/) | [[Perficient Healthcare]] | | 10/7/2024 | [**Siloam Hospitals Group and Philips sign AI capability MoU to support Indonesia's ... - Morningstar**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/globe-newswire/1000995993/siloam-hospitals-group-and-philips-sign-ai-capability-mou-to-support-indonesias-healthcare-transformation-strategy) | [[Morningstar]] | | 9/26/2024 | [**Spark Biomedical Launches New Academic Research Fellowship Program Focused on Medical Device Entrepreneurship**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/09/26/2954057/0/en/Spark-Biomedical-Launches-New-Academic-Research-Fellowship-Program-Focused-on-Medical-Device-Entrepreneurship.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 9/23/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823929) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 9/2/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823031) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/26/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822727) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/13/2024 | [**HSS Advances Data and Technology Priority with New Leadership - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hss-advances-data-and-technology-priority-with-new-leadership-302220750.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 8/12/2024 | [**Audio Highlights**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822137) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 7/1/2024 | [**The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Welcomes Five Members to its Board of Directors**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-leukemia--lymphoma-society-welcomes-five-members-to-its-board-of-directors-302186956.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Pediatric Pathology Society**: An organization dedicated to promoting the field of pediatric pathology and providing a platform for professionals to collaborate and share knowledge. - **Society for Pediatric Pathology**: A society dedicated to the advancement of pediatric pathology, focusing on education, research, and collaboration among professionals in the field. - **American Association of Pathologists**: A professional organization that supports pediatric pathologists through education, research, and advocacy. - **Florette K. Gray Hazard**: Chair of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at UC Davis School of Medicine, with extensive experience in pediatric pathology and research on rare tumors and developmental disorders. - **Dr. James F. Amatruda**: A globally recognized expert in pediatric cancer, leading efforts to enhance clinical care and research in pediatric hematology and oncology. - **Dr. Crystal Mackall**: A key figure in pediatric oncology, recognized for her research in CAR T therapy for pediatric brain tumors. - **Phoenix Children's Hospital**: Innovates in-house software solutions tailored for pediatric care, addressing the unique needs of children. - **Children's Hospital Los Angeles**: A leading pediatric healthcare institution that has appointed Dr. James F. Amatruda as the Director of the Cancer and Blood Disease Institute, focusing on pediatric hematology and oncology. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)**: An institution that has developed an adolescent health questionnaire to improve communication between doctors and adolescent patients. - **Dr. Alexis A. Thompson**: Chief of the Division of Hematology at CHOP, known for her contributions to sickle cell disease treatment and research. - **Children's Mercy Kansas City**: A pediatric health system that has appointed Dr. Alejandro Quiroga as CEO, focusing on advancing pediatric care and research. - **Children's Hospital Colorado**: Collaborating with the University of Colorado to establish the Colorado Child Health Research Institute for interdisciplinary research. - **Clarapath**: A medical robotics company specializing in pathology laboratories, recently received funding to commercialize its robotic technology. - **Siemens Healthcare**: A major player in imaging technologies, contributing to advancements in pediatric radiology. - **AGFA HealthCare**: Provider of Enterprise Imaging for Pathology, designed to improve workflow and efficiency in pathology departments. - **Roche**: A major biotechnology company that has received FDA clearance for its digital pathology system, enhancing diagnostic workflows. - **Vizient, Inc.**: A healthcare performance improvement company that released a Pediatric Tech Watch report highlighting advancements in pediatric healthcare. - **Microsoft**: Involved in partnerships to enhance AI capabilities in healthcare, including the development of AI-powered pathology models. - **Yale Researchers**: Experts advocating for new billing codes to improve access to childhood obesity interventions. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Collaboration between pediatric hospitals and pathology labs**: These partnerships enhance diagnostic capabilities and improve patient outcomes by integrating pathology services into pediatric care. - **Collaboration between hospitals and academic institutions**: Many pediatric pathology departments partner with universities to enhance research capabilities and improve diagnostic services. - **Industry partnerships with diagnostic companies**: Pediatric pathologists often collaborate with biotech firms to develop new diagnostic tools and technologies. - **Research collaborations with universities**: Joint research initiatives aim to advance the understanding of pediatric diseases and improve diagnostic techniques. - **Phoenix Children's Research Institute and University of Arizona**: Collaboration to recruit and retain top scientists for impactful advancements in pediatric healthcare. - **Phoenix Children's Hospital and various technology vendors**: Engaging in consultative processes to determine whether to build or buy technology solutions for pediatric care. - **USC-Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center**: The Cancer and Blood Disease Institute at CHLA serves as the pediatric component of this comprehensive cancer center, enhancing collaborative research efforts. - **Children's Nebraska and Startups**: Children's Nebraska partners with startups to address pediatric patient needs through technological advancements. - **GeneDx**: Collaborating with various institutions to address racial disparities in access to genetic diagnoses. - **Microsoft and Providence**: Developed an AI-powered pathology model named Prov-GigaPath for medical use. - **AWS and Pediatric Health Systems**: Three pediatric health systems received $1 million each from AWS to enhance AI and cloud computing initiatives. - **Alpenglow Biosciences and ARPA-H**: Collaborating on a five-year contract to develop precision tumor removal technology as part of the Cancer Moonshot initiative. - **ARPA-H and Vanderbilt University Medical Center**: Collaboration to develop targeted delivery systems for tocolytics to address preterm birth. - **Human BioMolecular Atlas Program**: A collaborative initiative involving 42 research teams aimed at developing advanced molecular analysis technologies. - **Google and healthcare providers**: Licensing AI models for diabetic retinopathy detection to address specialist shortages in regions like Thailand and India. - **Roche and AI Collaborators**: Roche integrated over 20 AI algorithms from various collaborators to enhance cancer diagnostics. - **XpertDox and Lone Star Circle of Care**: A partnership aimed at enhancing medical coding processes and improving revenue cycle efficiency through AI technology. - **Healthcare AI Challenge Collaborative**: An initiative involving multiple health systems to evaluate AI models in clinical settings. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Digital pathology**: The adoption of digital pathology technologies allows for remote diagnosis and consultation, improving access to pediatric pathology expertise. - **Telepathology**: Telepathology enables pathologists to share images and consult on cases remotely, which is particularly beneficial in pediatric cases where specialized expertise may be required. - **AI in Pediatric Pathology**: AI is being utilized to develop treatments for pediatric cancers, enhancing research and collaborative networks. - **Tele-radiology**: Emerging trend in pediatric radiology, improving access to imaging services for children. - **Digital Pathology**: The implementation of digital pathology systems is transforming traditional histopathology, enhancing efficiency and collaboration. - **Artificial Intelligence in diagnostics**: AI tools are being developed to assist pathologists in identifying pediatric diseases more accurately and efficiently. - **Zebrafish-based disease research**: Led by Dr. Amatruda, this research aims to advance understanding and treatment of pediatric cancers. - **Gene Therapy Advancements**: Innovations in pediatric gene therapy are providing new treatment options for severe genetic disorders in children. - **CAR T therapy advancements**: Dr. Mackall's research has led to significant clinical trial results in treating pediatric brain tumors. - **AI in Pediatrics**: AI technologies are being integrated into pediatric healthcare to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment personalization. - **AI in Pathology**: AI technologies are being developed to analyze tissue samples for early disease detection, enhancing diagnostic accuracy. - **Colorado Child Health Research Institute**: An initiative to facilitate interdisciplinary research and improve child health outcomes. - **Bone marrow atlas**: Created by researchers at CHOP to enhance understanding of blood production and identify new diagnostic tests for blood-related diseases. - **AI in Digital Pathology**: Advancements in AI and digital pathology are improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency in pathology imaging. - **Adolescent health questionnaire**: Developed by CHOP to facilitate better communication regarding health concerns unique to adolescents. - **Digital Health Recognition**: Nicklaus Children's Hospital has been recognized for its commitment to digital health excellence, showcasing advancements in analytics and patient engagement. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Access to specialized care**: There is a need to improve access to pediatric pathology services, especially in rural areas where specialists may be scarce. - **Data privacy and security**: With the increasing use of digital tools, ensuring the privacy and security of patient data in pediatric pathology is a significant concern. - **Shortage of Pediatric Researchers**: A critical shortage of physician-scientists and funding in pediatric research, impacting advancements in child healthcare. - **Technical Debt in Pediatric Solutions**: The need for tailored technology solutions in pediatrics is often unmet, leading to inadequate care. - **Pediatric Workforce Shortage**: A significant decline in interest in pediatric residency programs, leading to a critical shortage of specialists. - **Training and education**: There is a need for ongoing education and training for pathologists to keep up with rapid technological advancements in the field. - **Consent and Privacy Issues**: Challenges pediatricians face in balancing teen autonomy with state regulations and parental authority in healthcare. - **Funding Issues**: Inadequate funding for pediatric healthcare, particularly affecting children's hospitals and leading to bed shortages. - **Racial Disparities in Healthcare**: Ongoing disparities in access to healthcare and genetic testing for non-white patients, highlighting systemic barriers. - **AI Validation Concerns**: Many FDA-approved AI devices for pediatric use were validated solely on adult data, raising effectiveness concerns for children. - **Integration of new technologies**: The integration of AI and digital pathology into existing workflows poses challenges in training and adaptation for pathologists. - **High mortality rates in Ewing sarcoma**: Despite advancements, the mortality rate remains high, necessitating continued investment in research and treatment options. - **Medicaid Cuts**: Concerns about potential cuts to Medicaid affecting healthcare access for low-income children. - **Underrepresentation in Clinical Trials**: Less than 10% of trial participants are people of color, raising concerns about treatment effectiveness across demographics. - **Transitioning NICU graduates**: Families face challenges when transitioning newborns from NICU to home, highlighting the need for ongoing support and care planning. - **Public trust in medical professionals**: A significant decline in public trust towards medical professionals has been observed, impacting healthcare delivery. - **Data Storage Costs**: Partnerships between tech companies and health systems aim to address data storage costs that hinder AI program development. - **Regulatory Hurdles**: Challenges such as regulatory restrictions and the need for human oversight in clinical decision-making hinder broader AI deployment. ## Related Topics [[Pediatric Oncology]]; [[Clinical Pathology]]; [[Pediatric Hematology]]; [[Pediatrics]]; [[Pediatric Gastroenterology]]; [[Genetic Pathology]]; [[Pediatric Cardiology]]; [[Pediatric Surgery]]; [[Pediatric Dermatology]]