Josh Del Papa is a PGY-4 resident in Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology at Western University with a strong interest in dermatopathology, digital pathology, and emerging diagnostic technologies.

 

He completed medical school at Queen’s University and holds a PhD in Biochemistry, with a specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics, from the University of Ottawa. His academic interests center on emerging diagnostic technologies in dermatopathology, particularly approaches that integrate morphologic, computational, and molecular data. His current research includes the development and evaluation of AI-assisted tools for skin cancer detection and diagnostic quality improvement, with an emphasis on clinically practical systems that support pathologist decision-making.

 

Josh enjoys teaching and mentorship and is excited to contribute to the CSDP resident community by fostering connections among trainees and creating opportunities for dermatopathology education, research, mentorship, and collaboration across Canada.