Digital Pathology: Transitioning from Conventional Method to a Data-Driven Future

According to The Royal College of Pathologists, “digital pathology encompasses the acquisition, management, sharing, and interpretation of pathology information—such as slides and data—within a digital framework.” While all aspects of clinical pathology, including histological, immunohistochemical, and molecular techniques, can be presented to pathologists after digitization, the college emphasizes that applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare should be clinically directed with expert input. In the context of this interesting and rapidly evolving field, this article examines the historical development, current workflow, and future potential of digital pathology in a data-driven era and highlights important considerations for integrating digital pathology into established con-ventional settings in Sri Lanka.