Forensic Pathology

A forensic pathologist is a highly trained medical doctor who specializes in forensic pathology after completing training in anatomical pathology. Forensic pathology is a branch of pathology that focuses on determining the cause of death by examining a deceased body. These professionals play a crucial role in the investigation of sudden and unexpected deaths, working closely with medico-legal authorities. They perform autopsies and postmortem examinations to determine the cause of death, documenting wounds and injuries at crime scenes or in clinical settings. Additionally, they collect and examine tissue specimens under the microscope to identify natural diseases or microscopic findings. Forensic pathologists also collect and interpret toxicological specimens to determine the chemical cause of accidental overdoses or deliberate poisonings. General Responsibilities: 1. Perform autopsies and postmortem examinations to determine the cause of death. 2. Examine and document wounds and injuries at crime scenes or in clinical settings. 3. Collect and examine tissue specimens under the microscope to identify natural diseases and microscopic findings. 4. Collect and interpret toxicological specimens to determine the chemical cause of accidental overdoses or deliberate poisonings. 5. Work closely with medico-legal authorities in the investigation of sudden and unexpected deaths.