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Pathologists Aren’t a Black Box: Why GI–Pathology Communication Directly Impacts Patient Care
In a compelling piece in GI & Hepatology News, Dr. Raul S. Gonzalez reminds gastroenterologists of something deceptively simple: pathologists are not diagnostic machines — they are consulting physicians.
The article argues that better communication between gastroenterologists and GI pathologists can materially improve diagnostic accuracy, reduce ambiguity, and ultimately enhance patient outcomes.
Key takeaways:
- Pathology is a consultation. Sending a specimen without meaningful clinical context limits diagnostic precision.
- Targeted clinical notes matter. Instead of generic “rule out celiac,” specify genuine clinical concerns, medications, prior history (e.g., NET surveillance, transplant, immunotherapy exposure).
- Sampling strategy affects diagnosis. Adequate tissue, proper distribution (e.g., proximal/mid/distal esophagus), and separate specimen jars can change interpretation.