Moderator: Elizabeth C. Conner, MD, MPH
Understand the role of advocacy in pathology and recognize how grassroots engagement can influence policies affecting pathology practice, patient care, education, and the profession.
Describe key CLIA and FDA oversight issues affecting pathology laboratories, including how regulatory changes may impact laboratory operations, testing, innovation, and patient access.
Recognize opportunities for individual advocacy and engagement, including communicating with policymakers, participating in grassroots efforts, and supporting professional organizations’ advocacy initiatives.
Translate policy issues into effective advocacy messages that emphasize the impact on patients, laboratories, pathologists, trainees, and the healthcare system.