“I often think of myself as a medical detective” – Dr Mikkaela McCormack on her role as an Anatomical Pathologist
Anatomical Pathology is the branch of pathology that diagnoses disease by studying organs and tissue, so Anatomical Pathologists need a broad understanding of many body systems and diseases.
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For Pathologists and Medical Scientists, the hard work doesn’t stop even on Christmas Day
Santa isn't the only one busy at Christmas. While many of us tuck into a festive feast and spend time with the family on 25th December, there is an army of pathology workers for whom the day is busine
How do anatomical pathologists protect themselves in the sun?
Summer is a great time to relax at the beach and enjoy the outdoors. However, too much sun can damage your skin, eyes, and immune system.
Anatomical Pathologists make diagnoses of skin cancer - m
Marcella and Lynn celebrate 65 years of commitment to pathology
Pathologist, Dr Marcella Roman, and Lab manager, Lynn Worsley, have been working together in the same Penrith lab for decades. Together, they have amassed 65 years of pathology experience.
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4 scientific fellowships for career development
Australia is home to some of the world’s highest quality pathology services, and top-quality education and training are central to the sector’s vitality. With that in mind, to celebrate the hard w
Julie’s 40-year commitment to pathology
Julie Hass has been working in the same Sunshine Coast lab for 40 years and has no plans to retire anytime soon. When she began her training as a medical scientist in 1977, the world of pathology l
An ethical trendsetter: Dr Nikolajs Zeps wins NHMRC Ethics Award
Pathology Awareness Australia ambassador, Dr Nikolajs Zeps has been honoured with a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Ethics Award in recognition of his leadership in the developmen
Lab tales: a week providing life saving blood
Pathologist Ellen Maxwell reflects on a week in haematology.
Last week on call started with simultaneously juggling two young male patients with severe anaemia from autoimmune haemolysis.
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