Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care.
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Season 2 | Episode #2: The Breaking Point: Pain and Burnout in Pathology
This episode explores the critical issue of pathologist burnout, highlighting its prevalence, causes, and impacts on both physicians and patient care. Dr. Julia Keith discusses her comprehensive study on burnout in Canadian pathologists, revealing alarming rates of burnout and chronic pain. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, structural support, and wellness strategies to mitigate burnout and improve the quality of care.
Featured Guest
Julia Keith, MD, FRCPC: Dr. Julia Keith is a Canadian Neuropathologist who has been the Neuropathologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences for 16 years. She is an Associate Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at the University of Toronto and a consultant Neuropathologist for the Ontario Forensic Pathology Services. Originally from Nova Scotia, she obtained her MD from Dalhousie University and completed her Neuropathology Residency at Western University. She is a committed educator with an interest in Physician Wellbeing and has served as the inaugural Director of Wellness for Laboratory Medicine and Molecular Diagnostics at Sunnybrook Health Sciences and the Canadian Association of Pathologists.
Resources and Links
- Keith J. The Burnout in Canadian Pathology Initiative. Arch Pathol Lab Med 2022: 147(5): 568-576.
- Shanafelt TD, Noseworthy JK. Executive leadership and physician well-being: nine organizational strategies to promote engagement and reduce burnout. Mayo Clin Pro 2017; (2(1: 129-146
- https://med.stanford.edu/wellmd/knowledge-hub/courses-conferences/directorcourse.html
- Donate to support the CAP Foundation: https://foundation.cap.org/donate/
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Season 2 | Episode #2: The Breaking Point: Pain and Burnout in Pathology
Feb 25, 2026 • 20:04
Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care. New episodes drop…
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Season 2 | Episode #1: Through War, Cancer, and Boards: A Pathologist’s Unbreakable Journey
Jan 28, 2026 • 7:34
Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care. New episodes drop…
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Season 1 | Episode #4: Breaking Barriers: One Physician’s Story
Dec 11, 2025 • 12:21
Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care. New episodes drop…
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Season 1 | Episode #3: The Visibility Gap: Part 2
Nov 21, 2025 • 25:13
Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care. New episodes drop…
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Season 1 | Episode #2: The Visibility Gap: Part 1
Oct 28, 2025 • 34:45
Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care. New episodes drop…
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Season 1 | Episode #1: Pathology For Change: Global Solutions
Sep 23, 2025 • 53:34
Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care. New episodes drop…
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Teaser Trailer
Aug 27, 2025 • 1:07
Pathology is not just about samples and slides—it’s about people, communities, and the stories behind every diagnosis. Beyond the Test: Connecting Communities Through Pathology, brought to you by the CAP Foundation, shines a light on how pathologists are advancing health equity and shaping the future of care. New episodes drop…
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