Innovative collaboration between two leading pathology
organizations fosters best practices while preparing future leaders
amid acute healthcare workforce shortage
CHICAGO, July 26,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Society for
Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and the Canadian Association
of Pathologists–Association canadienne des pathologistes
(CAP–ACP) are pleased to announce an agreement
that will enhance the quality of patient care, advance medical
education, and take diagnostic medicine to an even higher
level.
"We are thrilled to establish this
partnership which will foster an exchange of knowledge in the field
of pathology," says ASCP President Dr. Robert A. Goulart
Education is at the forefront of this alliance. Ensuring that
pathologists and medical laboratory scientists across the United States and Canada have access to high-quality educational
resources that enable them to stay at the leading edge of
healthcare allows the laboratory to continue providing the
highest-quality care for patients, and drive change across the
healthcare continuum.
A cornerstone of the agreement between ASCP and CAP–ACP allows
each organization's members to register for and attend the other
party's annual scientific meeting at the member registration rate,
as well as any educational opportunity whether in person or
virtual, provided they are members in good standing at the time of
registration. Sharing the wealth of education resources from both
organizations opens myriad new avenues of expertise, insight, and
opportunities for collaboration. This partnership further
solidifies ASCP's and CAP-ACP's commitment to excellence and growth
in pathology, leveraging innovation and collaboration that drive
the field of pathology and laboratory medicine forward.
"We are thrilled to establish this partnership which will foster
an exchange of knowledge in the field of pathology," says ASCP
President Dr. Robert A. Goulart.
"Both of our organizations are highly regarded leaders in providing
pathology education and we recognize the value of providing our
members with the opportunity to take advantage of each other's
professional development offerings. Facilitating these avenues of
continued learning translates into enhanced quality of care for our
patients."
Headquartered in Chicago, IL,
ASCP unites more than 100,000 anatomic and clinical pathologists,
medical laboratory professionals, residents and students to
accelerate the advancement of laboratory medicine to better improve
patient care through knowledge, collaboration, and global
community.
Dr. Jason Karamchandani,
President of CAP–ACP, adds, "This is a great alliance for both
organizations, centered around one of the critical elements to the
laboratory's role as the leaders of healthcare: education. ASCP
shares our commitment to promoting excellence in pathology and
laboratory medicine practice, education, and research. This
collaboration will enable us to provide synergized knowledge and
better prepare our members to lead their laboratories into the
future."
Founded in 1949, CAP–ACP elevates awareness of the field of
pathology to national and international healthcare communities and
to Canadian societies. It sets high quality standards for patient
care by providing national leadership and promoting excellence in
pathology and laboratory medicine practice, education, and
research.
Both organizations are working to address the rising industry
workforce shortage, and publish peer-reviewed journals, grant
awards, and organize annual meetings, resident review education,
and other continuing professional development opportunities for
their members.
ASCP CEO Dr. Blair Holladay says,
"I could not be more delighted that ASCP and CAP-ACP are embarking
on this collaborative journey. This partnership brings together two
of the world's preeminent pathology and laboratory medical
societies. At the core of our mission lies an unwavering commitment
to advancing the quality of diagnostic medicine through
evidence-based, best-in-class education. By leveraging our
collective expertise and fostering innovation, we aim to elevate
diagnostic accuracy and improve patient outcomes on a global
scale."
"This partnership underscores our commitment to developing
pathology and laboratory medicine leaders," says Heather Dow, Executive Director of CAP–ACP. "By
enhancing our educational offerings to our members, we empower them
to hone the skills they will need to guide our profession now and
into the future."
About ASCP
Founded in 1922 in Chicago, ASCP
is a medical professional society with more than 100,000 member
board-certified anatomic and clinical pathologists, pathology
residents and fellows, laboratory professionals, and students. ASCP
provides excellence in education, certification, and advocacy on
behalf of patients, pathologists, and laboratory professionals. To
learn more, visit http://www.ascp.org. Follow us on Twitter at
http://www.twitter.com/ascp_chicago and connect with us on Facebook
at http://www.facebook.com/ASCP.Chicago.
About CAP–ACP
Founded in 1949 in Ontario, the
Canadian Association of Pathologists - Association canadienne des
pathologistes (CAP-ACP) is the national specialty society for
pathology and lab medicine in Canada. The CAP-ACP, a voluntary professional
organization, advances the interests of the profession and promotes
high quality standards for patient care by providing national
leadership and promoting excellence in pathology and laboratory
medicine practice, education and research. To learn more, visit
http://www.cap-acp.org. Follow us on Twitter at
http://www.twitter.com/CAPACP and connect with us on Facebook at
http://www.facebook.com/capacp.org/.
Media Contact
Susan Montgomery, ASCP,
312-649-6833, susan.montgomery@ascp.org, www.ascp.org
Heather Dow, CAP-ACP,
613-507-8528, info@cap-acp.org, https://cap-acp.org
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