Specialty Overview
Pathology is the cornerstone of modern medicine, involving the study and diagnosis of disease through examination of organs, tissues, bodily fluids, and whole bodies. Pathologists are the medical detectives who provide crucial diagnostic information that guides treatment decisions across all medical specialties.
This field combines laboratory science with clinical medicine, using advanced techniques like molecular diagnostics, immunohistochemistry, and digital pathology to identify diseases at the cellular and molecular level.
Diagnostic Foundation: Pathologists provide the definitive diagnosis for most diseases, making their expertise essential for accurate treatment and patient care across all medical specialties.
