Northern Ireland

 

Pathology services in Northern Ireland already have an international reputation for high quality. Northern Ireland's pathologists are at the forefront of molecular diagnostics, genetics and virology services, for example, and are engaged in innovation and collaborative research with universities and other partners.

With the right support, pathology can play a central role in the delivery of a more effective health system in Northern Ireland improving the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Pathology networks

• Northern Ireland Pathology Network
• Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service

Key Stakeholders

• HSC Leadership Centre
• HSC Research and Development
• Northern Ireland Blood Transfusion Service 
• Northern Ireland Medical and Dental Training Agency (NIMDTA)
• Queen's University Belfast School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences

Regulatory bodies

• Care Quality Commission
• Northern Ireland Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety
• Northern Ireland Social Care Council
• Patient and Client Council
• Public Health Agency
• Shape of Training Review
• The General Medical Council
• The National Institute for Clinical Excellence
• The Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority