Telling Our Story in Barcelona
Notes From the 21st European Congress on Digital Pathology—By Dr. Maureen Waithaka
I recently had the incredible opportunity to represent The Pathology Network at the 21st European Congress on Digital Pathology (ECDP2025), which was held at the Palau de Congressos de Barcelona, situated in the heart of Barcelona, Spain. It was an honour to not only attend but also to present our innovative digital pathology workflow to a global audience of peers and experts.
The conference was an invaluable experience, offering a look into the future of our field. I was particularly impressed by the presentations showcasing the results of studies on the clinical application of various AI diagnostic models. It got me thinking that we need to include more African data on such studies in order to diversify and comprehensively evaluate AI models, which are likely to become a fundamental part of routine pathology practice.
For us at The Pathology Network, digital pathology holds immense potential to transform healthcare across the continent. By adopting these cutting-edge digital solutions, we can bypass traditional limitations and significantly improve access to surgical pathology services for our communities.
I returned with new connections, fresh ideas, and a reinforced belief in our mission. I’m excited to apply what I learned to our work and look forward to forging new collaborations that will help advance the practice of digital pathology, both globally and right here at home.
