22 September, 2025
Beyond the Microscope: Pathology’s Expanding Role in Modern Medicine | Saghar Missaghian-Cully
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Episode Summary
In this episode of Health in Hyperdrive, host Dominic James is joined by Saghar Missaghian-Cully, Managing Director of North West London Pathology, to explore the evolving role of pathology in modern healthcare. From routine blood tests to advanced genetic screening, pathology underpins nearly every clinical decision—yet its impact is often overlooked.
Together, Dominic and Saghar unpack how innovations in automation, AI, and digital integration are transforming diagnostics. They also explore the rise of at-home testing, the push for community-based care, and the growing emphasis on disease prevention and health equity. Saghar shares her journey from scientist to strategic leader, offering insights into how data-driven diagnostics are shaping a more predictive, personalized, and accessible future for patients and clinicians alike.
Key Topics Covered
Demystifying pathology and its central role in clinical decision-making
Career progression from biomedical science to executive leadership
Transforming human biology into actionable data
Diagnostics as a tool for disease prevention and early intervention
Automation and technology improving scaled lab diagnostics
AI as an assistive tool saving time for scientists
At-home testing and decentralized care models
Community empowerment through accessible diagnostics
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About Saghar
Managing Director of North West London Pathology
Saghar Missaghian-Cully is Managing Director of North West London Pathology, one of the UK’s largest NHS diagnostic networks. With a background in biomedical science, she now leads large-scale lab operations and drives innovation in diagnostics through automation, AI, and digital tools. Her work focuses on improving clinical efficiency and making healthcare more precise and accessible.