Bethany Williams, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and the University of Leeds

Host Chhavi Chauhan interviews Dr. Bethany Williams, a Specialty Doctor at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and the University of Leeds, and the Lead for Training, Validation and Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) at the National Pathology Imaging Co-Operative in the United Kingdom. Dr. Williams shares her journey from a traditional pathology background to leading initiatives that integrate patient perspectives into healthcare. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between healthcare professionals and patients, particularly in the context of advancing digital pathology and artificial intelligence. The conversation highlights the evolution of patient engagement efforts, including the formation of a dedicated committee aimed at promoting best practices and involving patients in the decision-making process.