ECPC Provides Educational Presentation on Endoscopic Mucosal Resections to Hartford HealthCare GI Endoscopy Staff
Eastern Connecticut Pathology Consultants (ECPC) recently provided an educational presentation to the GI Endoscopy staff at Hartford HealthCare Manchester Campus focused on best practices for endoscopic mucosal resections (EMR) and specimen handling techniques.
The presentation was led by Dr. Cindy Wepy alongside James Boley, MHS, PA (ASCP), and emphasized the importance of collaboration between endoscopy and pathology teams to support accurate diagnosis, workflow efficiency, and high-quality patient care.
The session focused on key considerations involved in the handling and submission of endoscopic mucosal resection specimens, including:
- Proper pinning and suturing techniques
- Optimal tissue submission methods
- Specimen orientation and labeling considerations
- Best practices to support accurate pathological evaluation
The educational discussion highlighted how careful specimen preparation and communication between clinical teams can significantly impact diagnostic quality and consistency.
In addition to reviewing technical best practices, the presentation encouraged continued collaboration between GI endoscopy staff and pathology professionals to help streamline workflows and improve the overall patient care process.
Educational initiatives like these reflect ECPC’s ongoing commitment to supporting healthcare partners through clinical expertise, interdisciplinary communication, and continuous learning opportunities.
ECPC values opportunities to collaborate with clinical partners through education and shared expertise, helping support continued excellence in patient care across the healthcare community.