Officer Specialty PathologistWith today's technology, some of the best diagnostic methods happen in a lab. Specializing in the study of body fluids and tissues, Pathologists use laboratory tests to facilitate patient diagnosis and treatment. Whether it's blood work from a routine checkup or studying tissues for the evidence of disease, the expert interpretations provided by these doctors play a critical role in providing overall healthcare to Airmen and their families.What you'll doDiagnose diseases by performing examination of body tissuesAnalyze case histories in order to properly interpret and correlate findingsManage clinical laboratory services, including assignment of medical technicians in clinical pathological proceduresInstruct interns and residents in pathological and clinical pathological laboratory reportsTraining & EducationHow do we transform you from the civilian sector to a leader and an Officer in the Air Force?
From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.Officer Training School 8.5 weeksMilitary Training Location Maxwell AFB, ALKey things to consider requirementsDoctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicineCompletion of a residency or fellowship in pathologyCompletion of additional residency or fellowship related to subspecialty shredoutCompletion of Officer Training School courseMust be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthdayYour future is waiting. Apply now