PCMPPACL2602 - CME/CMLE - Pathology Clinics: A New Paradigm in Patient Care
Course Description

Pathology clinics are redefining the role of the pathologist by bringing diagnostic expertise directly to patients. This session will explore why pathology clinics matter, how they can be launched in practice, what has been learned from real-world experience, and where the model may go next.

Through background, practical steps, published literature, and personal experiences, attendees will gain an engaging and forward-looking view of how pathology clinics can strengthen communication, improve patient understanding, and expand the impact of pathology in patient-centered care.  

A Q&A session will be held at the conclusion of the session 

The activity offers 1.0 CME/CMLE credit.

Faculty/Authors

Lija Joseph, MD
John Groth, MD 

CME/CMLE Credit: 1.0
Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour
Format: Online Educational Activity

Physician Competencies: Interpersonal and Communication Skills (ICS) · Professionalism (P) · Practice-Based Learning and Improvement (PBLI). 

Credit Designation Statement

The ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.   

ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 CMLE credit.  This activity meets CMP and state re-licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.   

For questions regarding CME credit, please contact ASCP Customer Service at 1-800-267-2727, option 2, in the US & Canada or internationally at access code + 3-1-312-541-4890. Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm CT. 

Accreditation Statement
The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians.  


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of those interest in learning more, creating, or improving pathology clinics.

Instructions

To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:

  1. Review the Technical Considerations.
  2. Review the Faculty Disclosures.
  3. Click Go to Course to view an overview of the modules in this course.
  4. Click Access to begin the course.
  5. Review the Educational Activity.
  6. Submit the course Evaluation.
  7. Enter the maximum number of credits offered and click Claim CME to register credit.

Technical Considerations

Release Date: 5/20/2026 
Review Date:
Expiration Date: 10/20/2026   

Course Objectives
Following completion of this activity, you will be able to:
  1. Describe the rationale for pathology clinics and their potential to strengthen diagnostic clarity, patient trust, and multidisciplinary care. 

  1. Identify key steps, operational considerations, and challenges involved in starting a pathology clinic. 

  1. Discuss current evidence and future opportunities for pathology clinics in advancing patient-centered pathology practice 

Summary
Availability:
On-Demand
Credit Offered:
1 CME/CMLE Credit
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