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Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician

Allopathic & Osteopathic PhysiciansPathologyAnatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
21,291 providers nationally207ZP0102X

Definition

A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
207ZP0102X
Grouping
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Pathology
Specialization
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
National Providers
21,291
Conditions Treated
0

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