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Pathology is the study of disease. Anatomic pathology involves evaluating tissues (surgical pathology) and cells (cytopathology) through variable magnifications using a microscope. In surgical pathology, the goal of such microscopic evaluations is to make a definitive diagnosis of a patient’s disease. Virtually all tissues removed from patients during surgery are examined under the microscope by […]

AmeriPath has an integrated team of pathologists, scientists, laboratory technicians and business people bound together by a common vision: providing the industry’s highest quality sub-specialized pathology service. As the nations’ leader in pathology services, we provide our clinician partners with the diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic information they need to provide you optimal patient care. Below […]

Although AmeriPath offers a variety of disease specific information and resources, additional information can be found through a variety of national organizations who specialize in education, support and research of these diseases. Information on these groups including contact information and website addresses can be found below. GI Support Hematology/Oncology Support Urology Support Women’s Health Support […]

Q: WHAT IS A PATHOLOGIST? A: Pathologists are medical doctors who specialize in the science of pathology, the study of disease. Following college and medical school, pathologists typically spend five or more years to become eligible to sit for certification by the American Board of Pathology in anatomic and clinical pathology. Many pathologists spend additional […]

TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH! In the busy world we live in today, between work, kids and parents, it is sometimes hard to remember everything we need to do to take care of ourselves. AmeriPath can help! Through our healthcare partners Quest Diagnostics and Destination Health, you can sign up to receive email reminders for […]

Doctors often refer to pathologists (medical doctors who specialize in the science of pathology, the study of disease) as the “physician’s physician.” That’s because a pathologist’s diagnosis represents a critical factor in determining a patient’s future care. While AmeriPath’s expert board-certified pathologists do not treat you directly, they provide attending physicians consultation regarding laboratory test […]

AmeriPath provides patient education information on common diseases and conditions that are diagnosed by a pathologist. This information provides a general overview of each condition as well as additional resources as to where you can find information pertaining to your condition. Adenomatous Polyps Barrett’s Esophagus Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Chlamydia & Gonorrhea Colon Cancer Crohn’s Disease Gastric Cancer Gastritis […]

AmeriPath provides nation-leading anatomic pathology, dermatopathology, and molecular diagnostic services to physicians, hospitals, clinical laboratories and surgery centers across the U.S. Our combination of industry-leading anatomic pathology expertise and world-class services delivered right in your community ensures you always receive accurate and decisive information in an expeditious and cost-effective manner. What is Pathology? AmeriPath and […]

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