Track 6: Digital Pathology in COVID-19

Track Overview:

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital pathology tools for rapid, accurate, and remote diagnosis. This track will explore how digital pathology has played a crucial role in understanding the pathophysiology of COVID-19, diagnosing associated complications, and supporting global healthcare efforts during the pandemic. We will also discuss the future potential of digital pathology in handling emerging infectious diseases.

Key Topics:

Digital Pathology for COVID-19 Diagnosis: How whole slide imaging (WSI) and digital platforms have been used to identify and monitor COVID-19-related tissue damage, such as lung pathology and vascular changes.

Telepathology in Pandemic Response: The role of remote pathology services in providing diagnostic support, especially in overwhelmed healthcare systems and during lockdowns.

AI for COVID-19 Pathology: Leveraging AI and machine learning algorithms to assist in the rapid identification of COVID-19-related tissue abnormalities, improving diagnostic speed and accuracy.

Post-COVID-19 Complications in Pathology: Using digital pathology to study long-term tissue effects of COVID-19, including fibrosis, inflammation, and vascular changes.

Global Collaboration through Digital Pathology: How digital pathology has facilitated cross-border collaboration and sharing of diagnostic insights, aiding research and clinical decision-making during the pandemic.

Learning Objectives:

Understand how digital pathology has been applied in the diagnosis and study of COVID-19 and its complications.

Learn about the role of AI in analyzing COVID-19 tissue samples and improving diagnostic outcomes.

Discover how telepathology has supported healthcare systems during COVID-19, ensuring continuity of care and diagnostics.

Explore the post-pandemic applications of digital pathology for studying long-term COVID effects and future pandemic preparedness.

Target Audience:

Pathologists, clinicians, AI researchers, public health experts, and healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and research of COVID-19.

Speakers/Presenters:

Experts in digital pathology and COVID-19 diagnostics

AI researchers focused on COVID-19 applications

Public health officials and global health collaborators

Conclusion:

This track will highlight the transformative role of digital pathology in combating COVID-19, from rapid diagnostics to post-infection research. It will also explore how these advancements can enhance future pandemic preparedness and improve healthcare delivery worldwide.