In a landmark event, the Asian Society of Digital Pathology (ASDP) conducted its inaugural webinar, drawing an impressive audience of nearly 400 online attendees. The webinar, held on January 20th, featured prominent speakers who shared insights pivotal to the growth of digital pathology in Asia
The event commenced with a visionary presentation by ASDP President, Junya Fukuoka, who introduced the society's mission and objectives. Providing a roadmap for the future, he underscored the pivotal role ASDP plays in fostering collaboration, driving research and development, and facilitating knowledge exchange among member countries. The president's address inspired the subsequent sessions, emphasizing the society's commitment to reshaping healthcare in the digital age.
Attendees were treated to a diverse range of topics, including the state of AI technologies implementation in pathology laboratories, lessons learned from the digital transformation of pathology, whole block imaging in pathology practice, the implementation of digital pathology in real-world settlement, challenges in image biobanking, advanced techniques in digital and computational pathology, and a practical guide to creating digital-ready slides.
Reflecting on the success of the inaugural webinar, the President expressed gratitude to the speakers, emphasizing their vital role in making the event a resounding success. The high level of engagement from participants demonstrated the keen interest and importance placed on advancing digital pathology in Asia.
The webinar not only marked a milestone for ASDP but also laid the groundwork for future initiatives to drive innovation and collaboration in the field of digital pathology.
About ASDP:
The Asian Society of Digital Pathology (ASDP) is dedicated to advancing the
field of digital pathology in Asia. Through collaborative efforts, research initiatives, and knowledge
dissemination, ASDP aims to shape the future of healthcare in the region.