In Conversation with Dr. Wolfgang Weyers: The Complexities of Dermatopathology Diagnosis

In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine welcomes Dr. Wolfgang Weyers, a highly respected dermatopathologist and author, to discuss his experience and perspectives on medical diagnosis. Dr. Weyers shares a personal anecdote about his influential mentor, Dr. Bernie Ackerman, and dives into a critical discussion on overdiagnosis, the importance of specific diagnosis in dermatopathology, problems caused by partial samples, and the criteria for diagnosing melanoma. He emphasizes the importance of experience, proper training, and the need to biopsy adequately developed lesions. The conversation also touches on the complexity of biological classification and the role of behavior and molecular studies in understanding diseases.

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Wolfgang Weyers

00:46 Personal Anecdotes and Influences

02:05 Discussion on Overdiagnosis

05:04 Criteria for Melanoma Diagnosis

08:34 Challenges in Diagnosis and Solutions

16:48 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Overdiagnosis and Medical Decision Making with Dr. Kathleen Kerr

In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Kathleen Kerr, a Professor of Biostatistics at the University of Washington, discusses overdiagnosis and medical decision making. Dr. Kerr delves into how patients perceive mammogram results, the difference between overdiagnosis and overcalling, and the challenges pathologists face in diagnosing cancer. She also shares findings from her research on the influence of prior opinions on second diagnoses and the cognitive processes involved in interpreting pathology images. The discussion highlights the complexities and subjectivity in pathology diagnoses and the implications for patient care.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:33 Personal Anecdote on Mammograms

01:25 Understanding Screening and Its Limitations

02:24 Exploring Overdiagnosis

05:59 Research on Dermatopathologists' Perceptions

08:20 Second Opinions in Medical Decision Making

12:26 Pathologists' Diagnostic Process

15:42 Final Thoughts on Diagnostic Criteria

The Impact of Gaze and Fatigue on Medical Decision-Making with Dr. Bulat Ibragimov

In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. Bulat Ibragimov, an Associate Professor of Machine Learning and Medical Imaging at the University of Copenhagen. Dr. Ibragimov shares personal anecdotes and discusses his research on the role of artificial intelligence and eye tracking in medical decision-making. Key topics include the impact of gaze patterns and fatigue on diagnostic accuracy, the potential for AI to recognize when doctors may make errors, and how individualized gaze patterns can indicate the level of expertise and certainty in medical professionals. The conversation explores the implications of this research for improving the integration of AI in medical practices and enhancing training and decision-making processes for healthcare professionals.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:49 Personal Anecdote and Background

01:46 Eye Tracking and Medical Decision Making

03:18 Patterns in Gaze and Error Prediction

11:00 Fatigue and Its Impact on Accuracy

16:09 AI and Gaze Analysis in Medical Training

20:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts