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Cracking the Code on Pathology Reports: Helping Patients Navigate Medicalese and Get Better Results

In “Cracking the Code on Pathology Reports,” Dr. Cathryn Lapedis guides ASPI members through the confusing language of biopsy reports—explaining what normal and cancerous prostate cells look like under the microscope, how Gleason scoring works, and why standard reports often leave patients and even doctors in the dark. You’ll learn: Why immediate patient access to pathology results can trigger panic, and what critical information is most often missed How a “patient-centered” report (Q&A style) boosts understanding of cancer presence, grade, and risk—and eases worry The power of a Pathology Explanation Clinic, where patients meet directly with their pathologist to review slides, clarify terminology, and catch hidden errors Real-world outcomes: improved decision quality, reduced anxiety, and important patient-safety fixes uncovered in VA and academic settings Practical next steps: trusted resources for decoding terms like high-grade PIN, and even AI tools that can translate “medicalese” into plain English Whether you’ve just received your first report or are years into active surveillance, this webinar will help you read between the lines, ask the right questions, and partner more confidently with your care team. Resources Dr. Lapedis mentions in Part III: https://www.mypathologyreport.ca/diag...    • From Biopsy to Diagnosis   https://mypathologyreport.ca https://weiserprostatecancer.org --- CHAPTERS: 0:00 ASPI's Introduction 07:45 Dr. Lapedis' Introduction 11:45 Part I: Pathology Reports: What is working and what is not? 31:06 Part I Q&A 43:55 Part II: Pathology Explanation Clinics: What happens when a patient meets a pathologist? 1:06:31 Part II Q&A 1:17:31 Part III: A few helpful resources for your next pathology report 1:22:06 Part III Q&A --- About Dr. Cathryn Lapedis Dr. Lapedis is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pathology and Public Health at the University of Michigan and the VA Ann Arbor. With dual training in GI pathology and health services research, she’s pioneering patient-centered communication tools—like tailored reports and pathology explanation clinics—that bridge the gap between microscope and bedside, ensuring every man truly understands his diagnosis. --- If you've enjoyed our content and found it helpful for your Active Surveillance journey, please consider making a donation to Active Surveillance Patients International at www.aspatients.org/donate/. We so appreciate your support. 🔗 Learn more about Active Surveillance and how ASPI supports patients on their Active Surveillance journeys at: https://aspatients.org #PathologyDecoded #ActiveSurveillance #Medicalese #GleasonScore #PatientCenteredCare #PathologyExplanation #ProstateCancer #PatientSafety #HealthLiteracy #ProstateBiopsy #DrCathrynLapedis #CancerCommunication #Urology #VAHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation