María del Mar Olmo Fernandez
Technician in Anatomic Pathology and Cytotechnologists in Interventional Pathology and Laboratory Manager, Hospital Universitario del Henares, Coslada, Madrid, Spain
Biggest challenge in pathology? Adapting to new technologies, such as digital pathology and AI. Laboratory Technicians play a critical role in the implementation and use of these technologies and must be prepared to adapt to the changing landscape of pathology.
Professional ambitions? Every technician has unique professional ambitions. In the clinical field, these should focus on adapting to the challenges of interventional pathology, embracing the benefits of digitalization and AI in diagnosis, and implementing new molecular techniques. Technicians are also trained to excel in laboratory coordination, management, and improving hospital quality.
Dream lab? My ideal laboratory would be a bright, open space with cutting-edge equipment, where technicians, pathologists, and biologists can grow professionally, learning and developing their full potential in a respectful and collaborative environment. In this setting, technicians should take a proactive role by teaching residents, promoting new techniques, and actively participating in hospital committees and commissions.
