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There are two main training routes into a career in pathology – becoming a medical doctor or becoming a clinical scientist. Both focus on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease.
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We offer up to £1000 for creative and innovative projects that promote pathology
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That over 70% of diagnoses in NHS involves pathology
That pathologists perform almost 900 million tests each year in the UK.
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We campaign to raise awareness amongst parliamentarians and policy makers of the vital role of pathology in prevention, diagnosis and treatment in health care.
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