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 #3: Running on Empty: Scarcity, Shortages, and the Future of Care
In this compelling conversation, Dr. Dan Milner explores the global challenges faced by pathologists, including limited resources, workforce shortages, and burnout. They also share promising innovations and strategies that are helping expand access to quality pathology services in low- and middle-income countries.
This episode is part of Podcasthon 2026, a worldwide podcast initiative spotlighting nonprofit organizations and the impact they make. Through this episode, we highlight the mission of the CAP Foundation and its commitment to strengthening the global pathology workforce and improving patient care through education, innovation, and collaboration.
Featured Guest
Danny A. Milner, Jr., MD, MSc, MBA, is the Chair of Pathology at Olive View–UCLA Medical Center in Sylmar, California, where they lead clinical and administrative initiatives to advance diagnostic medicine and patient care for LA County. Dr. Milner also serves as the DHS-wide lead for Pathology.
Dr. Milner previously served as Chief Medical Officer of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), where they oversaw global health programs and laboratory strengthening efforts in more than 30 countries. They followed that with the role of Executive Director at the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), guiding international collaborations with more than 40 partners in 46 countries to improve access to cancer diagnostics and treatment worldwide.
Board-certified in anatomic and clinical pathology with additional training in microbiology, Dr. Milner earned their MD from the University of Alabama School of Medicine, a Master of Science in Epidemiology from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and an MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Their career began with work in Africa as a medical student, developing a lifelong commitment to expanding pathology and laboratory services in resource-limited settings.
An internationally recognized leader in global pathology, Dr. Milner has authored more than 200 publications, contributed to the establishment of cancer and infectious disease diagnostic programs in multiple countries, and continues to integrate research, teaching, and advocacy into their clinical leadership role.
Resources and Links
- The Max Foundation: https://themaxfoundation.org/
- Partners in Health: https://www.pih.org/
- Webinar Series: Expanding the Delivery of Pathology Services Globally
- Donate to support the CAP Foundation: https://foundation.cap.org/donate/
- Learn more about the CAP Foundation: https://foundation.cap.org
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Season 2 | Episode #3: Running on Empty: Scarcity, Shortages, and the Future of Care
Mar 16, 2026 • 40:22
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 monthly—because…
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Bonus Episode | Mindful Minutes
Mar 4, 2026 • 16:04
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 #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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