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Pathology—Your Path to Impact.

Preparing Healers, Transforming Hoosier Health, Discovering Cures.

IU advances pathology to identify diseases, improve treatment and discover cures. Welcome to the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

Leading The Way

Internationally renowned faculty and an outstanding team of staff members at the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine lead groundbreaking research to detect diseases, guide treatment decisions, and advance medical breakthroughs. Our educators mentor students across all levels of study, from undergraduates pursuing degrees in medical laboratory science to MS-level training as pathologists’ assistants and medical students to residents, and postgraduate trainees and fellows.

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It is the mission of Indiana University School of Medicine to advance health in the state of Indiana and beyond by promoting innovation and excellence in education, research and patient care.


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Focused on the Future

Our Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine faculty are passionately dedicated to shaping the next generation of pathologists and laboratory technicians through comprehensive training programs.

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Why Indiana

Explore Indiana's charm: from our top-notch education and research facilities to a rich cultural scene and quality of life. Find out why choosing Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine means embracing endless opportunities.

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News and Events

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IU researchers receive $4.8 million grant to study the role of misfolded protein TDP-43 in neurodegenerative diseases

A new $4.8 million grant will support researchers from Indiana University School of Medicine and the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Molecular Biology to study how human neurodegenerative diseases are affected by the misfolding of the protein TDP-43.

Michael Feldman, MD, PhD

IU School of Medicine names new chair to lead Department of Pathology

Indiana University School of Medicine has named an innovative leader as the new chair of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

18 Sep

Sep 18 11:30am

Pathology Grand Rounds

Grand Rounds serves as an integral part of the educational experience across all levels of learning Topics and presenters are selected to reflect timely issues and knowledge in the ever developing world of pathology.

IU HEALTH PATHOLOGY LABORATORY

02 Oct

Oct 02 11:30am

Pathology Grand Rounds

Grand Rounds serves as an integral part of the educational experience across all levels of learning Topics and presenters are selected to reflect timely issues and knowledge in the ever developing world of pathology.

IU HEALTH PATHOLOGY LABORATORY