Forensic Pathology Committee

To recognize and meet the needs of the pathologist and pathology with regard to forensic casework; to advance forensic pathology, medicine and science through education, provision of Survey Programs, advocacy and other means; to serve as a liaison between the CAP and the forensic community.

This committee reports to the Council on Scientific Affairs. View a list of the Current Committee Members and find additional resources and information in the Forensic Pathology Topic Center.

Activities of Committee

• Contribute to the forensics program, by submitting cases and providing peer review of other proposed cases.
• Provide expertise and guidance to the nonforensic pathologist.
• Develop educational products/venues for resident training.
• Provide information/education promoting public health/wellness.
• Actively engage as spokespersons for the College on forensic and autopsy affairs.

Expertise or Experience

• Forensic pathologist certified in at least anatomic pathology and forensic pathology by the American Board of Pathology

Benefits of Committee Membership

• Become more active in College business
• Opportunity to interact with the wider pathology community
• Opportunities to publish scholarly articles on forensic and autopsy pathology
• Increase awareness of pathologists and the general public regarding forensic matters
• Act as spokespersons for forensic matters for the College

Representation on Committee Beyond the CAP

The forensic pathology committee has an outbound liaison to the following organization:

• National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME)