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What is a Veterinary Clinical Pathologist? ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology Veterinary pathology: The science that studies diseases in animals Veterinary clinical pathologist: A veterinarian who studies diseases in animals, examines blood, tissues, and fluids, and is responsible for the accuracy of laboratory tests Definitions ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology Data generated from clinical pathology laboratories control the majority of routine and critical medical decisions, and are central to the advancement of scientific research Key Role ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology 3 years extensive training post DVM Understand disease pathogenesis Recognize and describe morphological changes in tissues, blood, and fluids Interpret and select laboratory tests Develop expertise in laboratory management Board certification By the American College of Veterinary Pathology With or without advanced graduate training Training Qualifications ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology In Academia Teach Scientific Research Diagnostic Service Careers ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology In Referral/Diagnostic Labs Interpret laboratory findings Examine blood, tissue cells and fluid for diagnoses Provide consultation to veterinarians Assure quality control Careers ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology In Industry & Government Research Support Drug development Drug safety Drug efficacy Careers ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology www.asvcp.org Telephone: +1-608-443-2479 Fax: +1-608-443-2474 Email: [email protected] For More Information ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology Contributing Authors: • • • • • • • Dr. Melinda Wilkerson Dr. Robin W. Allison Dr. Tracy Stokol Dr. Sharon Dial Dr. Fonzie Quance-Fitch Dr. Paula Krimer Dr. Mehrdad Ameri Mahabadi Updated By: • • Dr. Jennifer Brazzell Dr. Laura Lane This presentation is protected by copyright. If you are interested in downloading and using this presentation, please contact: ASVCP National Office, 2424 American Lane, Madison, WI 53704 Phone: (608) 443-2478, Email: [email protected] Thank You! ©2013 American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology