Clinical Scorecard: Who's Topping the Digital Charts?

At a Glance

Key Highlights

• Only 15% of US healthcare providers have adopted digital pathology.
• Most labs perform only a small percentage of histology work digitally.
• KLAS provides independent assessments to bridge the credibility gap between vendor claims and real-world performance.
• Digital pathology adoption faces challenges including change management and workflow adjustments.
• KLAS reports assist first-time adopters in navigating technology purchases.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

Management

Monitoring & Follow-up

Risks

• Resistance to change from pathologists nearing retirement.
• Potential for workflow disruptions during digital implementation.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Not specified; focuses on healthcare providers.

Digital pathology requires significant data storage and management considerations.

Clinical Best Practices

• Engage end users in evaluating digital pathology solutions.
• Consider ongoing vendor support and training as critical for successful implementation.
• Address workflow changes and infrastructure needs before adopting digital pathology.

Related Resources & Content

• KLAS Research