INVESTING IN OUR MEMBERS
INVESTING IN OUR MEMBERS
INVESTING IN OUR MEMBERS
Building a more inclusive membership through connectivity, resources, and common goals
Building a
more inclusive
membership through
connectivity, resources, and
common goals
Building a more inclusive membership through connectivity, resources, and common goals
CAP Expands Reach to Connect Pathologists and Medical Students Everywhere
In an ever-growing and global health care landscape, the CAP has continued to keep members connected while also building its membership to become a more inclusive and representative organization.
In 2022, CAP Fellows approved two new member classes, creating a more all-encompassing member community. Medical students and international pathology residents can now join the CAP and enjoy all its member benefits and services. With more than 18,000 total members, and engagement increasing across all committees and councils, the CAP continued to deliver on member needs while building the future of the specialty.
With the new medical student classification, the CAP increased its outreach to this group through new initiatives including virtual “What I Wish I Knew in Medical School” panels, online “Ask Me Anything” sessions, and more overseen by the Pathologists Pipeline Ad Hoc Committee. Surpassing its 2022 target, the Medical Student Forum totaled 400 members, and 250 medical students registered to attend the CAP22 annual meeting. Over 80 pathologists volunteered to be pipeline champions and conduct outreach and mentoring on behalf of the specialty. These initiatives provide helpful resources and connections to medical students while also growing the pipeline of pathologists to lead the specialty of tomorrow.
The CAP’s commitment to diversity was a priority in 2022 as the first active year of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Committee, whose charge is to support the visibility and participation of underrepresented pathologists and pathologists-in-training while also engaging CAP members to be agents of change in their laboratories. The committee will collaborate with CAP councils and committees to drive diversity of CAP leadership and membership, work to make the profession more inclusive, and advocate for policies and practices that reduce inequities for patients.
Members of the then newly formed Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Committee gather for a working lunch during the CAP22 annual meeting. The committee supports the visibility and participation of underrepresented pathologists and pathologists-in-training while also engaging CAP members to be agents of change in their laboratories.
Creating new ways for members to connect with one another in an increasingly virtual world was top of mind for the CAP in 2022. The organization continued to develop and update the MyCAP mobile app, launched in 2021, to reinforce the value of membership by providing quick and accessible content, bite-sized learning, and opportunities to engage, share, and network. While members could already use the in-app directory’s variety of filters like location, years in practice, subspecialty, and place of work, version 2.0 introduced filters for residency and fellowship, as well as indicators that a member is “open to opportunities” or “seeking to hire.” These updates make it easier for pathologists to grow their professional network with access to a diverse, professional member base.
CAP Creates Learning Opportunities for Pathologists on the Go
In an evolving health care landscape, pathologists need the knowledge, relationships, and expertise to navigate change, enhance their careers, and sustain the specialty. Continuing improvements to the MyCAP app helped make it even easier to access top-of-the-line educational materials. When pathologists are on the go or have a few minutes to spare, they can listen to a podcast, review the bimonthly “Pathology Case Challenge,” or take a “FastFive Challenge” for continuing medical education (CME) credit. The MyCAP CME Tracker also conveniently calculates how much CME users have completed in the app and how much is still available. Combined with a library of cancer protocols, peer-authored articles, and advocacy updates, the continually updated MyCAP app enables pathologists to connect, learn, and grow.
The CAP delivered CME education in traditional and novel ways for members and customers. Its adaptive learning offerings grew with the release of three “Essentials of Laboratory Management” courses, which deliver customized content based on individual learner’s needs. In December 2022, the CAP offered its first livestreamed webinar of the new “Interactive Surgical Pathology Cases” program, focused on sharpening pathologists’ diagnostic skills in gastrointestinal cases through a new and innovative approach to learning.
CAP Expands Reach to Connect Pathologists and Medical Students Everywhere
In an ever-growing and global health care landscape, the CAP has continued to keep members connected while also building its membership to become a more inclusive and representative organization.
In 2022, CAP Fellows approved two new member classes, creating a more all-encompassing member community. Medical students and international pathology residents can now join the CAP and enjoy all its member benefits and services. With more than 18,000 total members, and engagement increasing across all committees and councils, the CAP continued to deliver on member needs while building the future of the specialty.
With the new medical student classification, the CAP increased its outreach to this group through new initiatives including virtual “What I Wish I Knew in Medical School” panels, online “Ask Me Anything” sessions, and more overseen by the Pathologists Pipeline Ad Hoc Committee. Surpassing its 2022 target, the Medical Student Forum totaled 400 members, and 250 medical students registered to attend the CAP22 annual meeting. Over 80 pathologists volunteered to be pipeline champions and conduct outreach and mentoring on behalf of the specialty. These initiatives provide helpful resources and connections to medical students while also growing the pipeline of pathologists to lead the specialty of tomorrow.
The CAP’s commitment to diversity was a priority in 2022 as the first active year of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Committee, whose charge is to support the visibility and participation of underrepresented pathologists and pathologists-in-training while also engaging CAP members to be agents of change in their laboratories. The committee will collaborate with CAP councils and committees to drive diversity of CAP leadership and membership, work to make the profession more inclusive, and advocate for policies and practices that reduce inequities for patients.
Members of the then newly formed Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Committee gather for a working lunch during the CAP22 annual meeting. The committee supports the visibility and participation of underrepresented pathologists and pathologists-in-training while also engaging CAP members to be agents of change in their laboratories.
Creating new ways for members to connect with one another in an increasingly virtual world was top of mind for the CAP in 2022. The organization continued to develop and update the MyCAP mobile app, launched in 2021, to reinforce the value of membership by providing quick and accessible content, bite-sized learning, and opportunities to engage, share, and network. While members could already use the in-app directory’s variety of filters like location, years in practice, subspecialty, and place of work, version 2.0 introduced filters for residency and fellowship, as well as indicators that a member is “open to opportunities” or “seeking to hire.” These updates make it easier for pathologists to grow their professional network with access to a diverse, professional member base.
CAP Creates Learning Opportunities for Pathologists on the Go
In an evolving health care landscape, pathologists need the knowledge, relationships, and expertise to navigate change, enhance their careers, and sustain the specialty. Continuing improvements to the MyCAP app helped make it even easier to access top-of-the-line educational materials. When pathologists are on the go or have a few minutes to spare, they can listen to a podcast, review the bimonthly “Pathology Case Challenge,” or take a “FastFive Challenge” for continuing medical education (CME) credit. The MyCAP CME Tracker also conveniently calculates how much CME users have completed in the app and how much is still available. Combined with a library of cancer protocols, peer-authored articles, and advocacy updates, the continually updated MyCAP app enables pathologists to connect, learn, and grow.
The CAP delivered CME education in traditional and novel ways for members and customers. Its adaptive learning offerings grew with the release of three “Essentials of Laboratory Management” courses, which deliver customized content based on individual learner’s needs. In December 2022, the CAP offered its first livestreamed webinar of the new “Interactive Surgical Pathology Cases” program, focused on sharpening pathologists’ diagnostic skills in gastrointestinal cases through a new and innovative approach to learning.
CAP Expands Reach to Connect Pathologists and Medical Students Everywhere
In an ever-growing and global health care landscape, the CAP has continued to keep members connected while also building its membership to become a more inclusive and representative organization. In 2022, CAP Fellows approved two new member classes, creating a more all-encompassing member community.
Medical students and international pathology residents can now join the CAP and enjoy all its member benefits and services. With more than 18,000 total members, and engagement increasing across all committees and councils, the CAP continued to deliver on member needs while building the future of the specialty.
With the new medical student classification, the CAP increased its outreach to this group through new initiatives including virtual “What I Wish I Knew in Medical School” panels, online “Ask Me Anything” sessions, and more overseen by the Pathologists Pipeline Ad Hoc Committee. Surpassing its 2022 target, the Medical Student Forum totaled 400 members, and 250 medical students registered to attend the CAP22 annual meeting. Over 80 pathologists volunteered to be pipeline champions and conduct outreach and mentoring on behalf of the specialty. These initiatives provide helpful resources and connections to medical students while also growing the pipeline of pathologists to lead the specialty of tomorrow.
The CAP’s commitment to diversity was a priority in 2022 as the first active year of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Committee, whose charge is to support the visibility and participation of underrepresented pathologists and pathologists-in-training while also engaging CAP members to be agents of change in their laboratories. The committee will collaborate with CAP councils and committees to drive diversity of CAP leadership and membership, work to make the profession more inclusive, and advocate for policies and practices that reduce inequities for patients.
Members of the then newly formed Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Committee gather for a working lunch during the CAP22 annual meeting. The committee supports the visibility and participation of underrepresented pathologists and pathologists-in-training while also engaging CAP members to be agents of change in their laboratories.
Creating new ways for members to connect with one another in an increasingly virtual world was top of mind for the CAP in 2022. The organization continued to develop and update the MyCAP mobile app, launched in 2021, to reinforce the value of membership by providing quick and accessible content, bite-sized learning, and opportunities to engage, share, and network. While members could already use the in-app directory’s variety of filters like location, years in practice, subspecialty, and place of work, version 2.0 introduced filters for residency and fellowship, as well as indicators that a member is “open to opportunities” or “seeking to hire.” These updates make it easier for pathologists to grow their professional network with access to a diverse, professional member base.
CAP Creates Learning Opportunities for Pathologists on the Go
In an evolving health care landscape, pathologists need the knowledge, relationships, and expertise to navigate change, enhance their careers, and sustain the specialty. Continuing improvements to the MyCAP app helped make it even easier to access top-of-the-line educational materials.
When pathologists are on the go or have a few minutes to spare, they can listen to a podcast, review the bimonthly “Pathology Case Challenge,” or take a “FastFive Challenge” for continuing medical education (CME) credit. The MyCAP CME Tracker also conveniently calculates how much CME users have completed in the app and how much is still available. Combined with a library of cancer protocols, peer-authored articles, and advocacy updates, the continually updated MyCAP app enables pathologists to connect, learn, and grow.
The CAP delivered CME education in traditional and novel ways for members and customers. Its adaptive learning offerings grew with the release of three “Essentials of Laboratory Management” courses, which deliver customized content based on individual learner’s needs. In December 2022, the CAP offered its first livestreamed webinar of the new “Interactive Surgical Pathology Cases” program, focused on sharpening pathologists’ diagnostic skills in gastrointestinal cases through a new and innovative approach to learning.
CAP Members Learn and Connect Virtually and at Destination Meetings
The CAP22 annual meeting was held in New Orleans for the first time on October 8–11 and provided excellent opportunities for members to explore the latest in emerging science, improve lab and practice management skills, and advocate for pathology. The meeting’s theme was “Advancing Medicine Today & Tomorrow,” and inclusion, connection, and excellent education were critical components of its success.
A hybrid event, CAP22 had more than 1,600 attendees with about half attending in person, taking advantage of more than 90 educational courses, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities. Also available to remote registrants, Virtual CME access provided 36 live-streamed and 47 recorded CME sessions—which remained available to participants through January 2023—as well as special events like the scientific and special plenaries, keynote speaker, advocacy town hall, industry workshops, and satellite symposiums.
Furthering the spirit of inclusion at CAP22, keynote speaker and acclaimed author Heather McGhee gave a thought-provoking and conversation-starting presentation based on her bestselling book, The Sum of Us, which explores solutions to systemic racism. Forwarding this timely and important topic, the scientific plenary featured expert faculty discussing health disparities and their connection to laboratory medicine—with a particular focus on the tangible changes laboratorians can make to help achieve health equity.
Interspersed throughout the plethora of learning opportunities were equally appealing options to connect with colleagues and meet new partners in the field, such as an all-inclusive Friday welcome reception, which was heavily attended. The newly designed awards ceremony, all-inclusive and held in the plenary room during unopposed hours, improved attendance and morale and became a highlight of the annual meeting. This new format spotlighted CAP honorees in a way that allowed all attendees to be a part of their success and was ultimately a celebration of the specialty as a whole.
The CAP offered leading-edge learning with picturesque views at the first Pathology in the Park meeting made up of four half-day sessions in Yosemite National Park. Attendees explored the latest developments in breast pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, and hematopathology, as well as one of the nation’s most beautiful parks outside of sessions. Events like these provide enriching personal and professional experiences for CAP members.
CAP Members Learn and Connect Virtually and at Destination Meetings
The CAP22 annual meeting was held in New Orleans for the first time on October 8–11 and provided excellent opportunities for members to explore the latest in emerging science, improve lab and practice management skills, and advocate for pathology. The meeting’s theme was “Advancing Medicine Today & Tomorrow,” and inclusion, connection, and excellent education were critical components of its success.
A hybrid event, CAP22 had more than 1,600 attendees with about half attending in person, taking advantage of more than 90 educational courses, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities. Also available to remote registrants, Virtual CME access provided 36 live-streamed and 47 recorded CME sessions—which remained available to participants through January 2023—as well as special events like the scientific and special plenaries, keynote speaker, advocacy town hall, industry workshops, and satellite symposiums.
Furthering the spirit of inclusion at CAP22, keynote speaker and acclaimed author Heather McGhee gave a thought-provoking and conversation-starting presentation based on her bestselling book, The Sum of Us, which explores solutions to systemic racism. Forwarding this timely and important topic, the scientific plenary featured expert faculty discussing health disparities and their connection to laboratory medicine—with a particular focus on the tangible changes laboratorians can make to help achieve health equity.
Interspersed throughout the plethora of learning opportunities were equally appealing options to connect with colleagues and meet new partners in the field, such as an all-inclusive Friday welcome reception, which was heavily attended. The newly designed awards ceremony, all-inclusive and held in the plenary room during unopposed hours, improved attendance and morale and became a highlight of the annual meeting. This new format spotlighted CAP honorees in a way that allowed all attendees to be a part of their success and was ultimately a celebration of the specialty as a whole.
The CAP offered leading-edge learning with picturesque views at the first Pathology in the Park meeting made up of four half-day sessions in Yosemite National Park. Attendees explored the latest developments in breast pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, and hematopathology, as well as one of the nation’s most beautiful parks outside of sessions. Events like these provide enriching personal and professional experiences for CAP members.
CAP Members Learn and Connect Virtually and at Destination Meetings
The CAP22 annual meeting was held in New Orleans for the first time on October 8–11 and provided excellent opportunities for members to explore the latest in emerging science, improve lab and practice management skills, and advocate for pathology.
The meeting’s theme was “Advancing Medicine Today & Tomorrow,” and inclusion, connection, and excellent education were critical components of its success.
A hybrid event, CAP22 had more than 1,600 attendees with about half attending in person, taking advantage of more than 90 educational courses, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities. Also available to remote registrants, Virtual CME access provided 36 live-streamed and 47 recorded CME sessions—which remained available to participants through January 2023—as well as special events like the scientific and special plenaries, keynote speaker, advocacy town hall, industry workshops, and satellite symposiums.
Furthering the spirit of inclusion at CAP22, keynote speaker and acclaimed author Heather McGhee gave a thought-provoking and conversation-starting presentation based on her bestselling book, The Sum of Us, which explores solutions to systemic racism. Forwarding this timely and important topic, the scientific plenary featured expert faculty discussing health disparities and their connection to laboratory medicine—with a particular focus on the tangible changes laboratorians can make to help achieve health equity.
Interspersed throughout the plethora of learning opportunities were equally appealing options to connect with colleagues and meet new partners in the field, such as an all-inclusive Friday welcome reception, which was heavily attended. The newly designed awards ceremony, all-inclusive and held in the plenary room during unopposed hours, improved attendance and morale and became a highlight of the annual meeting. This new format spotlighted CAP honorees in a way that allowed all attendees to be a part of their success and was ultimately a celebration of the specialty as a whole.
The CAP offered leading-edge learning with picturesque views at the first Pathology in the Park meeting made up of four half-day sessions in Yosemite National Park. Attendees explored the latest developments in breast pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, and hematopathology, as well as one of the nation’s most beautiful parks outside of sessions. Events like these provide enriching personal and professional experiences for CAP members.
CAP Develops Resources for Every Practice and Pathologist
Creating and delivering quality pathology-tailored resources is an ongoing priority for the CAP’s practice management area. By optimizing administrative and operational processes, pathologists can better focus on what is most important—their patients. In 2022, the CAP released eight online “Pathology Business Fundamentals” courses, four roundtables, and five networking sessions. The practice management live networking sessions were supported by a community consisting of 86 CAP members and practice managers and present an opportunity for members to connect and share their insights on daily issues. These valuable resources helped pathologists address a myriad of practice topics so they can remain focused on patient care.
Many new pathologists struggle to find valuable resources and guidance after completing medical school and fellowships. The CAP worked to address this area of need in 2022 with resources and outlets specifically tailored to new-in-practice pathologists. Regular pathology-tailored podcasts, videos, roundtables, and articles created specific virtual spaces for this important group to have a voice. Early-career pathologists are now, more than ever, embracing the extent of their impact on the health care environment.
CAP Develops Resources for Every Practice and Pathologist
Creating and delivering quality pathology-tailored resources is an ongoing priority for the CAP’s practice management area. By optimizing administrative and operational processes, pathologists can better focus on what is most important—their patients. In 2022, the CAP released eight online “Pathology Business Fundamentals” courses, four roundtables, and five networking sessions. The practice management live networking sessions were supported by a community consisting of 86 CAP members and practice managers and present an opportunity for members to connect and share their insights on daily issues. These valuable resources helped pathologists address a myriad of practice topics so they can remain focused on patient care.
Many new pathologists struggle to find valuable resources and guidance after completing medical school and fellowships. The CAP worked to address this area of need in 2022 with resources and outlets specifically tailored to new-in-practice pathologists. Regular pathology-tailored podcasts, videos, roundtables, and articles created specific virtual spaces for this important group to have a voice. Early-career pathologists are now, more than ever, embracing the extent of their impact on the health care environment.
CAP Develops Resources for Every Practice and Pathologist
Creating and delivering quality pathology-tailored resources is an ongoing priority for the CAP’s practice management area. By optimizing administrative and operational processes, pathologists can better focus on what is most important—their patients.
In 2022, the CAP released eight online “Pathology Business Fundamentals” courses, four roundtables, and five networking sessions. The practice management live networking sessions were supported by a community consisting of 86 CAP members and practice managers and present an opportunity for members to connect and share their insights on daily issues. These valuable resources helped pathologists address a myriad of practice topics so they can remain focused on patient care.
Many new pathologists struggle to find valuable resources and guidance after completing medical school and fellowships. The CAP worked to address this area of need in 2022 with resources and outlets specifically tailored to new-in-practice pathologists. Regular pathology-tailored podcasts, videos, roundtables, and articles created specific virtual spaces for this important group to have a voice. Early-career pathologists are now, more than ever, embracing the extent of their impact on the health care environment.
Knowledge-Sharing Successes
580
live and online educational courses offered to pathologists and laboratory professionals
>67,000
CME activities completed by physicians
96%
of CME courses rated as a 4.2 or greater on a 5.0 scale in overall value by participants
33
scientific committees, comprising 470 member experts, that met regularly to pioneer and update CAP programs
~900
committee positions filled by CAP members serving to promote advocacy, learning, laboratory improvement, and professional development
1,606
professionals who participated in CAP22, the CAP’s annual meeting, with pathologists accessing more than 90 education courses
13,000+
pathologists who received our peer-reviewed journal, Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
40,000+
professionals who subscribed to our monthly trade publication, CAP Today
Knowledge-Sharing Successes
580
live and online educational courses offered to pathologists and laboratory professionals
>67,000
CME activities completed by physicians
96%
of CME courses rated as a 4.2 or greater on a 5.0 scale in overall value by participants
33
scientific committees, comprising 470 member experts, that met regularly to pioneer and update CAP programs
~900
committee positions filled by CAP members serving to promote advocacy, learning, laboratory improvement, and professional development
1,606
professionals who participated in CAP22, the CAP’s annual meeting, with pathologists accessing more than 90 education courses
13,000+
pathologists who received our peer-reviewed journal, Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
40,000+
professionals who subscribed to our monthly trade publication, CAP Today
Knowledge-Sharing Successes
580
live and online educational courses offered to pathologists and laboratory professionals
>67,000
CME activities completed by physicians
96%
of CME courses rated as a 4.2 or greater on a 5.0 scale in overall value by participants
33
scientific committees, comprising 470 member experts, that met regularly to pioneer and update CAP programs
~900
committee positions filled by CAP members serving to promote advocacy, learning, laboratory improvement, and professional development
1,606
professionals who participated in CAP22, the CAP’s annual meeting, with pathologists accessing more than 90 education courses
13,000+
pathologists who received our peer-reviewed journal, Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
40,000+
professionals who subscribed to our monthly trade publication, CAP Today
House of Delegates and Residents Forum Amplify Voice of Membership
The House of Delegates (HOD) is the largest body of elected members within the CAP, reaching a record high of over 515 members in 57 delegations throughout the United States, Canada, and in the US Armed Forces. The HOD acts as a direct link from members to CAP leaders and decision makers, influencing the organization and the specialty at large. The HOD collaborates with CAP Advocacy, councils, and committees, as well as state pathology societies, to advance programs, services, and initiatives important to members and the profession. HOD meetings provide delegates an opportunity to gain new insights on critical topics, develop professional relationships, and provide input and feedback to CAP leadership.
In 2022, delegates voted to increase the number of HOD Steering Committee member-at-large seats from four to five to ensure representation to the new Council on Informatics and Pathology Innovation, and to provide additional capacity in representing members’ voices in CAP decisions. A record number of delegates submitted candidate applications for this year’s elections, resulting in the installation of two returning and six new members on the 2022–2024 HOD Steering Committee.
Through the Residents Forum, the CAP gives junior members a voice in organized pathology, promotes involvement of young leaders in CAP activities, and establishes a network for pathology residents and medical students. Under the leadership of the Residents Forum Executive Committee, the Residents Forum offers junior members and medical students career development resources, topical webinars, and biannual hybrid conferences that address the emergent needs of pathologists-in-training and develop future leaders of the profession.
Highlights from 2022 include the hybrid Spring Residents Forum Meeting in Los Angeles and the hybrid Fall Residents Forum Meeting during CAP22 in New Orleans, both of which offered crucial presentations on early-career development topics and had high levels of participation. In May 2022, the Residents Forum Executive Committee also presented a successful multi-day subspecialty network event attended by 261 junior members, improving awareness of subspecialties within the field of pathology and engaging residents through Q&A and discussions with experienced pathologists.
CAP Helps Build Engaged Leaders
The Engaged Leadership Academy (ELA) provides professional development and communication skill-building for members. In November 2022, the ELA trained 40 attendees from 12 states, from residents to members 25 years in practice. Attendees learn from experienced faculty and communication leaders how to tell their story and advocate for pathology in a variety of settings, such as with their legislator, with their colleagues or hospital leaders, and with the media.
House of Delegates and Residents Forum Amplify Voice of Membership
The House of Delegates (HOD) is the largest body of elected members within the CAP, reaching a record high of over 515 members in 57 delegations throughout the United States, Canada, and in the US Armed Forces. The HOD acts as a direct link from members to CAP leaders and decision makers, influencing the organization and the specialty at large. The HOD collaborates with CAP Advocacy, councils, and committees, as well as state pathology societies, to advance programs, services, and initiatives important to members and the profession. HOD meetings provide delegates an opportunity to gain new insights on critical topics, develop professional relationships, and provide input and feedback to CAP leadership.
In 2022, delegates voted to increase the number of HOD Steering Committee member-at-large seats from four to five to ensure representation to the new Council on Informatics and Pathology Innovation, and to provide additional capacity in representing members’ voices in CAP decisions. A record number of delegates submitted candidate applications for this year’s elections, resulting in the installation of two returning and six new members on the 2022–2024 HOD Steering Committee.
Through the Residents Forum, the CAP gives junior members a voice in organized pathology, promotes involvement of young leaders in CAP activities, and establishes a network for pathology residents and medical students. Under the leadership of the Residents Forum Executive Committee, the Residents Forum offers junior members and medical students career development resources, topical webinars, and biannual hybrid conferences that address the emergent needs of pathologists-in-training and develop future leaders of the profession.
Highlights from 2022 include the hybrid Spring Residents Forum Meeting in Los Angeles and the hybrid Fall Residents Forum Meeting during CAP22 in New Orleans, both of which offered crucial presentations on early-career development topics and had high levels of participation. In May 2022, the Residents Forum Executive Committee also presented a successful multi-day subspecialty network event attended by 261 junior members, improving awareness of subspecialties within the field of pathology and engaging residents through Q&A and discussions with experienced pathologists.
CAP Helps Build Engaged Leaders
The Engaged Leadership Academy (ELA) provides professional development and communication skill-building for members. In November 2022, the ELA trained 40 attendees from 12 states, from residents to members 25 years in practice. Attendees learn from experienced faculty and communication leaders how to tell their story and advocate for pathology in a variety of settings, such as with their legislator, with their colleagues or hospital leaders, and with the media.
House of Delegates and Residents Forum Amplify Voice of Membership
The House of Delegates (HOD) is the largest body of elected members within the CAP, reaching a record high of over 515 members in 57 delegations throughout the United States, Canada, and in the US Armed Forces.
The HOD acts as a direct link from members to CAP leaders and decision makers, influencing the organization and the specialty at large. The HOD collaborates with CAP Advocacy, councils, and committees, as well as state pathology societies, to advance programs, services, and initiatives important to members and the profession. HOD meetings provide delegates an opportunity to gain new insights on critical topics, develop professional relationships, and provide input and feedback to CAP leadership.
In 2022, delegates voted to increase the number of HOD Steering Committee member-at-large seats from four to five to ensure representation to the new Council on Informatics and Pathology Innovation, and to provide additional capacity in representing members’ voices in CAP decisions. A record number of delegates submitted candidate applications for this year’s elections, resulting in the installation of two returning and six new members on the 2022–2024 HOD Steering Committee.
Through the Residents Forum, the CAP gives junior members a voice in organized pathology, promotes involvement of young leaders in CAP activities, and establishes a network for pathology residents and medical students. Under the leadership of the Residents Forum Executive Committee, the Residents Forum offers junior members and medical students career development resources, topical webinars, and biannual hybrid conferences that address the emergent needs of pathologists-in-training and develop future leaders of the profession.
Highlights from 2022 include the hybrid Spring Residents Forum Meeting in Los Angeles and the hybrid Fall Residents Forum Meeting during CAP22 in New Orleans, both of which offered crucial presentations on early-career development topics and had high levels of participation. In May 2022, the Residents Forum Executive Committee also presented a successful multi-day subspecialty network event attended by 261 junior members, improving awareness of subspecialties within the field of pathology and engaging residents through Q&A and discussions with experienced pathologists.
CAP Helps Build Engaged Leaders
The Engaged Leadership Academy (ELA) provides professional development and communication skill-building for members. In November 2022, the ELA trained 40 attendees from 12 states, from residents to members 25 years in practice.
Attendees learn from experienced faculty and communication leaders how to tell their story and advocate for pathology in a variety of settings, such as with their legislator, with their colleagues or hospital leaders, and with the media.
CAP Communicates Expertise through Earned and Paid Media
CAP staff worked with members and continued to build solid relationships with national and local media by participating in top-tier interviews on topics ranging from continued COVID-19 testing, at-home tests, and vaccines, as well as other viruses and diseases that made their appearance in 2022.
CAP President Emily E. Volk, MD, FCAP, increased the visibility of pathologists by representing the CAP and specialty on CNN and in the Associated Press, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Philadelphia Enquirer, Today.com, and CNN.com, which featured an opinion piece she wrote explaining the vital importance of the laboratory and pathologists in health care. Dr. Volk also participated in two virtual satellite media tours, digitally crisscrossing the country to talk to more than 50 local television stations about testing safety and other health issues to watch for in the fall and winter of 2022.
Many other CAP members actively engaged with media outlets to advise patients and shine a spotlight on the specialty. David Schwartz, MD, FCAP, published a study on COVID-19 and its effect on pregnant women’s placentas in Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine. The study garnered coverage from the Associated Press, which placed the story in outlets nationwide. James Gill, MD, FCAP, talked to long-time New York Times columnist Jane Brody on death certificates and how medical examiners work to determine true cause of death.
CAP Communicates Expertise through Earned and Paid Media
CAP staff worked with members and continued to build solid relationships with national and local media by participating in top-tier interviews on topics ranging from continued COVID-19 testing, at-home tests, and vaccines, as well as other viruses and diseases that made their appearance in 2022.
CAP President Emily E. Volk, MD, FCAP, increased the visibility of pathologists by representing the CAP and specialty on CNN and in the Associated Press, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Philadelphia Enquirer, Today.com, and CNN.com, which featured an opinion piece she wrote explaining the vital importance of the laboratory and pathologists in health care. Dr. Volk also participated in two virtual satellite media tours, digitally crisscrossing the country to talk to more than 50 local television stations about testing safety and other health issues to watch for in the fall and winter of 2022.
Many other CAP members actively engaged with media outlets to advise patients and shine a spotlight on the specialty. David Schwartz, MD, FCAP, published a study on COVID-19 and its effect on pregnant women’s placentas in Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine. The study garnered coverage from the Associated Press, which placed the story in outlets nationwide. James Gill, MD, FCAP, talked to long-time New York Times columnist Jane Brody on death certificates and how medical examiners work to determine true cause of death.
CAP Communicates Expertise through Earned and Paid Media
CAP staff worked with members and continued to build solid relationships with national and local media by participating in top-tier interviews on topics ranging from continued COVID-19 testing, at-home tests, and vaccines, as well as other viruses and diseases that made their appearance in 2022.
CAP President Emily E. Volk, MD, FCAP, increased the visibility of pathologists by representing the CAP and specialty on CNN and in the Associated Press, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Philadelphia Enquirer, Today.com, and CNN.com, which featured an opinion piece she wrote explaining the vital importance of the laboratory and pathologists in health care. Dr. Volk also participated in two virtual satellite media tours, digitally crisscrossing the country to talk to more than 50 local television stations about testing safety and other health issues to watch for in the fall and winter of 2022.
Many other CAP members actively engaged with media outlets to advise patients and shine a spotlight on the specialty. David Schwartz, MD, FCAP, published a study on COVID-19 and its effect on pregnant women’s placentas in Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine. The study garnered coverage from the Associated Press, which placed the story in outlets nationwide. James Gill, MD, FCAP, talked to long-time New York Times columnist Jane Brody on death certificates and how medical examiners work to determine true cause of death.
CAP Foundation Develops Pathology Leaders and Bolsters Health Equity
Coming off the largest fundraising year in the organization’s history in 2021 (over $2.3 million raised), the CAP Foundation continued to build momentum through expanding existing programs and building entirely new programs in 2022.
Supporters of the CAP Foundation, including Foundation President Eva M. Wojcik, MD, FCAP, celebrate the organization’s accomplishments—eg, its record-breaking year in fundraising and number of awards and grants bestowed—in New Orleans during the CAP22 annual meeting.
The Foundation bestowed the most awards and grants in its history at 74. These grants help advance the specialty and secure its future through leadership and educational opportunities for medical students, residents, and early-career pathologists. They also have a direct impact on patient care and help bolster health equity through See, Test & Treat® programs and funding to improve laboratory medicine.
The CAP Foundation continued to expand its reach globally in 2022 with the Global Pathology Award, which provided three recipients support for projects that develop, expand, and sustain the delivery of pathology services through education and training, enhanced patient care, ensured laboratory quality, and enhanced technology and laboratory diagnostics. In addition, 15 pathologists in medically under-resourced areas received the Global Pathology Education Award. The award provided virtual attendance at CAP22 and the opportunity to apply for one year of complimentary International Fellow CAP membership.
The CAP Foundation continued to support the development of pathologists in 2022 through travel and advanced training awards like the Leadership Development Award and Medical Student Travel Award. Overall, the Foundation saw a 25% increase from the previous year in application rates for all grants and awards.
Pathologists mobilized across the United States to lead 13 events in the Foundation’s flagship program, See, Test & Treat, which provided free cervical and breast cancer screening, among other services, to approximately 600 patients from medically underserved communities.
The CAP Foundation has continued to elevate the voices of pathologists through industry sponsored roundtables and advanced training awards including: the Translations Diagnostic Award sponsored by Roche/Ventana; the Digital Pathology Observership and Young Investigator HER2 Research award sponsored by AstraZeneca; and the Advanced Training in Artificial Intelligence award sponsored by PathAI. These awards help realize the CAP Foundation’s mission to develop tomorrow’s pathology leaders.
CAP Staff Build a Diverse, Committed Organization
The CAP continued its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) for its employees in 2022. A formal DE&I strategy was unveiled, and the CAP welcomed its first director of DE&I who partnered with the DE&I Advisory Group and CAP leadership to implement key initiatives and prioritize these strategic areas of the workforce and workplace.
In alignment with the strategy, six new Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) were launched. The ERGs have been highly engaged and instrumental in driving inclusion throughout the enterprise by hosting cultural awareness events, panel discussions, and community service initiatives—greatly contributing to the 510 hours of community service that staff completed in 2022. Select ERG panel discussions have featured CAP members highlighting their experiences as members of underrepresented communities in the medical field. Quarterly learning and development sessions have been offered to all staff to advance awareness and common understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts.
Targeted equity building programs have been facilitated to key teams, including Human Resources and the DE&I Advisory Group. Cross functional workgroups have been established to evaluate equitable job shadowing, cross training, and mentorship opportunities. The executive operations team will continue to drive the strategy and monitor its progress to guide sustained, long-term results aimed at nurturing a workplace of mutual respect and inclusion. Such a workplace allows employees to bring their authentic selves to work and develop a culture that considers DE&I in interactions with CAP members, customers, and the community at large.
CAP Foundation Develops Pathology Leaders and Bolsters Health Equity
Coming off the largest fundraising year in the organization’s history in 2021 (over $2.3 million raised), the CAP Foundation continued to build momentum through expanding existing programs and building entirely new programs in 2022.
Supporters of the CAP Foundation, including Foundation President Eva M. Wojcik, MD, FCAP, celebrate the organization’s accomplishments—eg, its record-breaking year in fundraising and number of awards and grants bestowed—in New Orleans during the CAP22 annual meeting.
The Foundation bestowed the most awards and grants in its history at 74. These grants help advance the specialty and secure its future through leadership and educational opportunities for medical students, residents, and early-career pathologists. They also have a direct impact on patient care and help bolster health equity through See, Test & Treat® programs and funding to improve laboratory medicine.
The CAP Foundation continued to expand its reach globally in 2022 with the Global Pathology Award, which provided three recipients support for projects that develop, expand, and sustain the delivery of pathology services through education and training, enhanced patient care, ensured laboratory quality, and enhanced technology and laboratory diagnostics. In addition, 15 pathologists in medically under-resourced areas received the Global Pathology Education Award. The award provided virtual attendance at CAP22 and the opportunity to apply for one year of complimentary International Fellow CAP membership.
The CAP Foundation continued to support the development of pathologists in 2022 through travel and advanced training awards like the Leadership Development Award and Medical Student Travel Award. Overall, the Foundation saw a 25% increase from the previous year in application rates for all grants and awards.
Pathologists mobilized across the United States to lead 13 events in the Foundation’s flagship program, See, Test & Treat, which provided free cervical and breast cancer screening, among other services, to approximately 600 patients from medically underserved communities.
The CAP Foundation has continued to elevate the voices of pathologists through industry sponsored roundtables and advanced training awards including: the Translations Diagnostic Award sponsored by Roche/Ventana; the Digital Pathology Observership and Young Investigator HER2 Research award sponsored by AstraZeneca; and the Advanced Training in Artificial Intelligence award sponsored by PathAI. These awards help realize the CAP Foundation’s mission to develop tomorrow’s pathology leaders.
CAP Staff Build a Diverse, Committed Organization
The CAP continued its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) for its employees in 2022. A formal DE&I strategy was unveiled, and the CAP welcomed its first director of DE&I who partnered with the DE&I Advisory Group and CAP leadership to implement key initiatives and prioritize these strategic areas of the workforce and workplace.
In alignment with the strategy, six new Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) were launched. The ERGs have been highly engaged and instrumental in driving inclusion throughout the enterprise by hosting cultural awareness events, panel discussions, and community service initiatives—greatly contributing to the 510 hours of community service that staff completed in 2022. Select ERG panel discussions have featured CAP members highlighting their experiences as members of underrepresented communities in the medical field. Quarterly learning and development sessions have been offered to all staff to advance awareness and common understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts.
Targeted equity building programs have been facilitated to key teams, including Human Resources and the DE&I Advisory Group. Cross functional workgroups have been established to evaluate equitable job shadowing, cross training, and mentorship opportunities. The executive operations team will continue to drive the strategy and monitor its progress to guide sustained, long-term results aimed at nurturing a workplace of mutual respect and inclusion. Such a workplace allows employees to bring their authentic selves to work and develop a culture that considers DE&I in interactions with CAP members, customers, and the community at large.
CAP Foundation Develops Pathology Leaders and Bolsters Health Equity
Coming off the largest fundraising year in the organization’s history in 2021 (over $2.3 million raised), the CAP Foundation continued to build momentum through expanding existing programs and building entirely new programs in 2022.
Supporters of the CAP Foundation, including Foundation President Eva M. Wojcik, MD, FCAP, celebrate the organization’s accomplishments—eg, its record-breaking year in fundraising and number of awards and grants bestowed—in New Orleans during the CAP22 annual meeting.
The Foundation bestowed the most awards and grants in its history at 74. These grants help advance the specialty and secure its future through leadership and educational opportunities for medical students, residents, and early-career pathologists. They also have a direct impact on patient care and help bolster health equity through See, Test & Treat® programs and funding to improve laboratory medicine.
The CAP Foundation continued to expand its reach globally in 2022 with the Global Pathology Award, which provided three recipients support for projects that develop, expand, and sustain the delivery of pathology services through education and training, enhanced patient care, ensured laboratory quality, and enhanced technology and laboratory diagnostics. In addition, 15 pathologists in medically under-resourced areas received the Global Pathology Education Award. The award provided virtual attendance at CAP22 and the opportunity to apply for one year of complimentary International Fellow CAP membership.
The CAP Foundation continued to support the development of pathologists in 2022 through travel and advanced training awards like the Leadership Development Award and Medical Student Travel Award. Overall, the Foundation saw a 25% increase from the previous year in application rates for all grants and awards.
Pathologists mobilized across the United States to lead 13 events in the Foundation’s flagship program, See, Test & Treat, which provided free cervical and breast cancer screening, among other services, to approximately 600 patients from medically underserved communities.
The CAP Foundation has continued to elevate the voices of pathologists through industry sponsored roundtables and advanced training awards including: the Translations Diagnostic Award sponsored by Roche/Ventana; the Digital Pathology Observership and Young Investigator HER2 Research award sponsored by AstraZeneca; and the Advanced Training in Artificial Intelligence award sponsored by PathAI. These awards help realize the CAP Foundation’s mission to develop tomorrow’s pathology leaders.
CAP Staff Build a Diverse, Committed Organization
The CAP continued its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) for its employees in 2022. A formal DE&I strategy was unveiled, and the CAP welcomed its first director of DE&I who partnered with the DE&I Advisory Group and CAP leadership to implement key initiatives and prioritize these strategic areas of the workforce and workplace.
In alignment with the strategy, six new Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) were launched. The ERGs have been highly engaged and instrumental in driving inclusion throughout the enterprise by hosting cultural awareness events, panel discussions, and community service initiatives—greatly contributing to the 510 hours of community service that staff completed in 2022. Select ERG panel discussions have featured CAP members highlighting their experiences as members of underrepresented communities in the medical field. Quarterly learning and development sessions have been offered to all staff to advance awareness and common understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts.
Targeted equity building programs have been facilitated to key teams, including Human Resources and the DE&I Advisory Group. Cross functional workgroups have been established to evaluate equitable job shadowing, cross training, and mentorship opportunities. The executive operations team will continue to drive the strategy and monitor its progress to guide sustained, long-term results aimed at nurturing a workplace of mutual respect and inclusion. Such a workplace allows employees to bring their authentic selves to work and develop a culture that considers DE&I in interactions with CAP members, customers, and the community at large.
